Travel Guide to Bahía de Paquera

Getting There

• Car

  If you're driving from Puntarenas to Bahía de Paquera, start by taking Route 21 from the city center. Head north towards the town of Cañas. After about 34 kilometers, you'll reach the intersection with Route 1 (Interamericana). Turn right onto Route 1 and continue for about 17 kilometers until you reach the junction to the ferry terminal at Puntarenas. Follow the signs to the ferry terminal, where you will need to pay for the ferry ride to Paquera. The ferry cost is approximately $1.50 per person, and the crossing takes about 70 minutes. Once you arrive at the Paquera ferry terminal, follow the signs to Bahía de Paquera, which is just a short drive away, about 5 kilometers.

• Public Transportation

  To reach Bahía de Paquera using public transportation, start at the Puntarenas bus terminal. Look for a bus that goes to Paquera; these typically leave every hour. The bus fare is around $5, and the journey will take approximately 1.5 hours. Once you arrive in Paquera, you may need to take a taxi or walk approximately 5 kilometers to reach Bahía de Paquera. Ensure to check the bus schedule in advance to avoid long waits.

• Ferry

  For those traveling from Puntarenas, the ferry is a key transportation method to reach Bahía de Paquera. After driving or taking a bus to the ferry terminal in Puntarenas, purchase your tickets at the terminal. The ferry ride costs approximately $1.50 per person and takes about 70 minutes. It operates several times a day, so check the schedule ahead of time. Upon arrival at the Paquera ferry terminal, you can either rent a car, take a local taxi, or use public transportation to reach Bahía de Paquera, which is about 5 kilometers away.