🐾 Getting to Rescue Center Costa Rica

Location: La Guácima, Alajuela, Costa Rica

To travel from Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to Rescue Center Costa Rica located in La Guácima, you have several convenient transportation options:

🚗 By Car (Recommended)

• Distance: Approximately 16.7 km (10.4 miles)
• Duration: Around 20–30 minutes, depending on traffic
• Route: Take Route 27 west from the airport, then Route 3 north toward La Guácima. The Rescue Center is located 2.3 km east of the Manolo’s intersection. Use Google Maps or Waze for accurate, real-time directions.
• Parking: Free parking is available on-site.

🚖 By Taxi or Rideshare

• Taxi: A direct taxi from the airport to the center usually costs $30–40 USD.
• Rideshare: Services like Uber and DiDi are widely available and may offer a lower rate.

🚌 By Public Bus

• Route: From downtown San José, take a bus to Alajuela. Once there, transfer to a bus heading to La Garita or Cebadilla.
• Instructions: Let the driver know you're heading to the Rescue Center in La Guácima—they can assist with the correct drop-off.
• Duration: Total travel time is approximately 1.5 to 2 hours.

🕒 Visiting Tips

• Hours: Open daily from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
• General Admission: $35 USD
• Admission + Guided Tour: $50 USD (Recommended)
• Booking: Advance reservations are encouraged, especially for guided experiences.

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