Route Pura Vida

Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve to Jaco

123 km (77 miles)

Mountain landscape at Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve, Costa Rica
From

Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve

10,500 hectares of primary cloud forest threaded with hanging bridges and elusive quetzals.

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Beach scene at Jaco, Costa Rica
To

Jaco

A high-energy surf town an hour from San José, with consistent waves and lively nightlife.

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Transportation Options

Rental Car

Distance: 123 km (77 mi)
Duration: ~3.5 hours

From Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve, take Pan-American Highway (Route 1) for 17 km, then Costanera Sur (Route 34) for the final 34 km into Jaco.

Highways used

  • Rt 1 Pan-American Highway 17 km · 28 min
  • Rt 34 Costanera Sur 34 km · 50 min

Note: Costa Rica traffic, weather and road conditions can greatly increase your drive time. It's always best to check with Waze before heading out. Read more on how to drive in Costa Rica.

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Shuttle

Duration: ~4 hours

Private and shared shuttle services available; check with operators for current schedules and pricing.

Note: Shuttles come in shared and private flavors with different costs and trade-offs. Read more on taking a shuttle in Costa Rica.

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Flight

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