// Destinations & Routes
Traveling between Juan Santamaría International Airport and the Jacó area covers roughly ninety kilometers along the scenic Caldera coastal highway — a drive that traces the spine of Costa Rica's central Pacific coast. Jaco Van Transport, operated by Alberth Travel Transportation, offers private door-to-door transfers along this corridor and beyond, connecting the airport to Jacó Beach, Los Sueños Marina, Herradura, Playa Hermosa, Manuel Antonio, and the mountain towns of the Tárcoles river valley.
Each route is staffed by a bilingual, licensed driver in a modern air-conditioned van equipped with onboard Wi-Fi and cold water. Passengers can request stops along the way — the Tárcoles crocodile bridge, roadside fruit stands, scenic overlooks above the Pacific — turning a simple transfer into a guided introduction to the region. Pricing is transparent and per-vehicle, with a base fare for one to four passengers and a modest surcharge for each additional traveler up to ten.
Whether you are landing at SJO after a long international flight, heading south to the national park at Manuel Antonio, or returning to the airport from a surf trip in Jacó, the goal is the same: a punctual, comfortable, stress-free ride. Below is a guide to the most requested destinations we serve, with approximate travel times and what to expect on arrival.
The heart of Costa Rica's central Pacific coast — a lively surf town with a long sandy beach, beachfront restaurants, and easy access to nightlife. Our home base, and the most common drop-off for arriving travelers.
Highlights · Surf breaks, beachfront dining, nightlife
Costa Rica's main international gateway in Alajuela, near San José. Our most requested route — we track every arrival so late landings are covered with no surcharge.
Highlights · Flight tracking, 24/7 pickups, door-to-door
A free roadside stop along the route where dozens of American crocodiles gather below the bridge over the Río Tárcoles — a favorite photo break on the way to or from the coast.
Highlights · Crocodile viewing, photo stop, fruit stands
A compact jewel of a national park where rainforest meets white-sand coves and capuchin monkeys roam the trails. Roughly two hours south of Jacó along a scenic coastal road.
Highlights · Wildlife, hiking trails, pristine coves
Costa Rica's only government-sanctioned full-service marina, surrounded by resort condos, sportfishing charters, and the calm bay of Playa Herradura just north of Jacó.
Highlights · Sportfishing, resorts, calm bay
