PachaMama

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https://www.pachamama.com/how-to-get-there/ Arrival in Costa Rica Most international flights to Costa Rica arrive at Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO) in the capital, San José. After your long journey, we recommend taking at least one night to rest at a hotel or guesthouse in San José. Here are some accommodation options: Recommended Hotels: Costa Verde Inn – Escazú, San José Phone: (+506) 2228-4080 Website: Costa Verde Inn Flexible Travel Plans When booking your trip to PachaMama, consider purchasing a flexible ticket. This allows you to change your departure dates with minimal hassle and fees. Many visitors find themselves extending their stay, especially after a transformative workshop or retreat. Getting from San José to PachaMama Shared Rides Join the PachaMama group on Facebook for opportunities to share rides or travel together. Domestic Flights Daily flights to Nosara Airport (about 15 km from PachaMama) are available through Sansa Air from SJO. Please check luggage size and weight restrictions, as excess baggage may incur fees or prevent you from boarding. Upon arrival at Nosara, taxis are readily available and take approximately 40 minutes to reach PachaMama, with a fare of around $50. Driving PachaMama is about a five-hour drive from San José. We recommend using Google Maps directions for directions. Note: From May to November, a 4-wheel-drive (4×4) vehicle is necessary due to road conditions. During this season, the route via Santa Cruz-Marbella is preferred. Bus Service A direct bus leaves daily from San José to Nosara at 5:30 AM and 3:00 PM, with a stop in Santa Cruz. You can check current schedules and make reservations through this website. The San José bus terminal is near Antiguo Cine Libano. Here’s a map. From Nosara, a taxi to PachaMama costs $50 and takes about 40 minutes. From Santa Cruz, there are buses to PachaMama Monday to Saturday at 4:00 AM, 12:30 PM, and 4:00 PM. On Sundays, the bus departs at 12:30 PM. Ask the driver to let you off at the ‘Cruce de PachaMama’; it’s a 30-minute walk to PachaMama, but you’ll likely catch a ride. Arriving in Liberia, Guanacaste Costa Rica’s second international airport, Daniel Oduber, is located in Liberia, the capital of Guanacaste Province, approximately two and a half hours from PachaMama. This airport is a great choice if you prefer to land closer to your destination. Getting from Liberia to PachaMama Buses regularly stop at Liberia Airport and head to Santa Cruz or Nicoya. Confirm with the driver that the bus will stop in Santa Cruz. Once in Santa Cruz, you may need to change bus terminals; a short taxi ride is the most convenient option. From Santa Cruz, you can catch one of two daily buses to Ostional, Monday to Saturday at 4:00 AM, 12:30 PM, and 4:00 PM. On Sundays, the bus departs at 12:30 PM. As before, get off at the ‘Cruce de PachaMama’ and continue down the road to PachaMama (a 30-minute walk, though you might find a ride). Important Information For full details of Costa Rica’s entry policies, click here. Please book your stay in advance to ensure availability.