Travel guide

Paquera Ferry Guide

Plan the Puntarenas route, ferry to Puntarenas, and lodging close to the Paquera ferry dock.

The ferry from Puntarenas to Paquera is one of the easiest ways to reach the southern Nicoya Peninsula, and the return ferry to Puntarenas follows the same dock. Family Wolf El Chorro is about 10 minutes by car from the Paquera ferry dock.

RoutePuntarenas to Paquera
CrossingAbout 1.5 hours
Good forCars and pedestrians
Stay nearby10 minutes away

Why the ferry is useful

The ferry avoids the long drive around the Gulf of Nicoya and gives you a relaxing ocean crossing before arriving in Paquera. It is a practical route for travelers going to Paquera, Tambor, Curu, Montezuma, Cobano and Santa Teresa.

Travel tips

Where to stay near the Paquera ferry

Family Wolf El Chorro is in El Chorro, Paquera, close enough for an easy arrival after the ferry but quiet enough to feel surrounded by nature. Guests can choose a private house or hostel-style beds.

Outdoor entrance at Family Wolf El Chorro near the Paquera ferry dock
10 minutes from the dock
Covered terrace at Family Wolf El Chorro
Covered terrace
Equipped kitchen at Family Wolf El Chorro
Equipped kitchen

Stay 10 minutes from the Paquera ferry

Check hostel beds or the private house before you cross, then ask us for the exact dock-to-property directions by WhatsApp.

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