Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Taxi
In San José taxis have meters, called
marías.
Note that it is illegal for a driver not to use
the meter. Outside of San José, however, most taxis don't have meters and fares tend to be
agreed upon in advance. Bargaining is quite acceptable.
In some towns there are
colectivos
(taxis that several passengers are able to share). Al-
though
colectivos
are becoming increasingly difficult to find, the basic principle is that the
driver charges a flat fee (usually about US$0.50) to take passengers from one end of town
to the other.
In rural areas, 4WDs are often used as taxis and are a popular means for surfers (and
their boards) to travel from their accommodations to the break. Prices vary wildly depend-
ing on how touristy the area is, though generally speaking a 10-minute ride costs between
US$5 and US$15.
Taxi drivers are not normally tipped unless they assist with your luggage or have
provided an above-average service.