Complete Guide to the Puntarenas‑Paquera Ferry: Tickets, Schedules, and Tips

Puntarenas-Paquera ferry

If you’re thinking of traveling to Montezuma, Santa Teresa, Malpaís or other nearby destinations, this is everything you need to know to take the ferry.

1. Now you can buy your tickets online – just select the service you need and the site will guide you step by step. The online sale is only for a portion of the ship’s tickets, the remaining spaces can be acquired in the Naviera Tambor ticket counter. Check here to purchase your tickets: www.quickpaycr.com
2. What are the schedules?

Departure from Puntarenas	Departure from Paquera
5:00 a.m.	5:30 a.m.
9:00 a.m.	9:00 a.m.
11:00 a.m.	11:00 a.m.
14:00 p.m.	14:00 p.m.
17:00 p.m.	17:00 p.m.
20:00 p.m.	20:00 p.m.

3. What are the rates?

Individuals

Adult ₡810

Child ₡485

Senior citizens travel free by showing their ID card at the ticket counter.

Vehicles
Motorcycle	₡3,400	+ I.V.A
Bicycle	₡2,200	+ I.V.A
ATVs and three-wheelers	₡6,800	+ I.V.A
Light vehicle	₡11,400	+ I.V.A
Light cargo vehicle	₡17,200	+ I.V.A
Microbus	₡18,300	+ I.V.A
Small bus	₡20,600	+ I.V.A
Bus	₡22,900	+ I.V.A
2 axle vehicle	₡22,900	+ I.V.A
3 axle vehicle	₡28,700	+ I.V.A
4 axle vehicle	₡45,900	+ I.V.A
5 axle vehicle	₡45,900	+ I.V.A

Puntarenas - Playa Naranjo Ferry

If you want to head out and explore Playa Naranjo or travel to Sámara and Nicoya, this is the route you want.

1. Now, you can buy your tickets online. Just select the service you need and the site will guide you step by step. Check here to purchase tickets: www.coonatramar.com
2. What are the schedules?

Departure from Puntarenas	Departure from Playa Naranjo
6:30 a.m.	8:00 a.m.
10:00 a.m.	12:30 p.m.
2:30 p.m.	4:30 p.m.
7:00 p.m.	8:30 p.m.

3. What are the rates?

Individuals

Adult ₡1.005

Children ₡600

Senior citizens travel free by showing their ID card at the ticket counter

Vehicles
Bicycle	₡2,000	+ I.V.A
Motorcycle	₡3,000	+ I.V.A
ATVs and three-wheelers	₡3,000	+ I.V.A
Light vehicle	₡9,000	+ I.V.A
Light cargo vehicle	₡14,000	+ I.V.A
Microbus	₡15,000	+ I.V.A
Small bus	₡17,000	+ I.V.A
Bus	₡19,000	+ I.V.A
2 axle vehicle	₡19,000	+ I.V.A
3 axle vehicle	₡24,000	+ I.V.A
4 axle vehicle	₡39,000	+ I.V.A
5 axle vehicle	₡39,000	+ I.V.A