Shared Shuttle Puerto Viejo to Bocas del Toro
Travel from the laid-back vibe of Puerto Viejo to the stunning archipelago of Bocas del Toro without the stress of navigating local buses or border paperwork alone. Our shared shuttle is a coordinated door-to-island service. We handle the land transportation in Costa Rica, provide a guide to assist you through the Sixaola border crossing, and arrange your boat transfer directly to Isla Colón. It's the fastest, safest, and most reliable way to cross into Panama.
Highlights
- Door-to-dock service
- AC van in Costa Rica and Panama
- Professional border crossing guide
- Speedboat ticket included
- Daily departures at 8:00 AM and 12:00 PM
Included
- Shared van PV to Sixaola
- Border crossing assistance both sides
- Panamanian shuttle Guabito to Almirante
- Speedboat Almirante to Isla Colón
Not included
- Costa Rica Exit Tax ~$9 USD
- Panama Entry Fee ~$4–8 USD
- Lunch or snacks
- Transport to other islands extra
Important to know
- Be ready 15 minutes before pickup. Shuttle waits max 5 minutes.
- Surfboard up to 6.5ft for $12 extra — notify at booking.
- Have $30–40 USD cash for border fees.
- Panama requires proof of onward travel.
Practical info
- Pickup
- Hotel pickup in Puerto Viejo. Cahuita/Manzanillo available for small extra fee.
- Drop-off
- Taxi 25 / Panabocas Express
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure.
- Luggage
- 1 large bag + 1 carry-on per person. Extra luggage fee applies.
Instant confirmation by email. Secure payment.
Common questions
Approximately 3.5 hours, including the border crossing and boat transfer to Isla Colón.
Includes the shared van, both-sides border crossing assistance, the Panamanian shuttle to Almirante, and the speedboat to Isla Colón. Not included: Costa Rica exit tax (~$9), Panama entry fee (~$4-8), and food. Have $30-40 cash ready for these fees.
Bring your passport and proof of onward travel — Panama requires this at entry. Our guide assists you through both sides of the Sixaola/Guabito border crossing.
Surfboards up to 6.5ft are accepted for a $12 extra fee — let us know when booking. Standard luggage allowance is 1 large bag + 1 carry-on per person.