Typical models of the minivan/minibus class in Tamarindo are: Peugeot 807 7 seater, VW Kombi 8 Seater, Chevrolet Suburban 8 Seater, Chrysler Voyager, Dodge Caravan, GMC Envoy 7 passenger and others.
Standard capacity of a minivan in Costa Rica is up to 9 people (8+1 formula), traditionally providing seven or eight passenger seats. The capacity of a minibus may vary from 9 to 15 people.
Please note, that in order to rent in Costa Rica a vehicle with capacity which exceeds 8 passengers, you would need a driving license of the corresponding category.
Minivan dimensions are quite unusual for an ordinary driver, which sometimes leads to appearance of scratches and dents during unsuccessful manoeuvring or parking. Therefore, we encourage you to order full coverage of insurance franchise during your booking, or directly at the rental office in Tamarindo.
Before leaving the parking garage in Tamarindo, inspect the minivan for exteriour defects and other signs of damage together with the office representative and mark the found defects found in your rental documents.
OrangeSmile.com wishes you a great driving experience on the roads of Costa Rica!
Popular questions on rental process
Despite the fact that the distance between settlements in Costa Rica is relatively small, drivers are recommended to fuel their cars whenever possible. In some small towns there may be only a couple of petrol stations, and on remote roads it is often simply impossible to find a place to fill the tank.
In large cities you may often find intersections with circular motion. Such roundabouts may be quite dangerous for inexperienced drivers. You need to remember a simple rule - cars that move in the circle have the priority. Be careful because very rapid and even somewhat chaotic traffic is normal for roundabouts here.
Paid parking lots can be found in large cities only. The cost of one hour of parking at such lots is approximately US$0.8. In smaller towns, it is usually possible to park a car in any available location, for example, near a hotel or some shop. The main requirement in such a case is to park the car the way it will not create an obstacle for other drivers and pedestrians.
