Getting there & away
Transportation Colectivo (US$6, 2½ hours) departs Puerto Jiménez for Carate at 6am and 1:30pm, returning at 8:30am and 4pm. Note that the colectivo often fills up on its return trip to Puerto Jiménez, especially during the dry season. Arrive at least 30 minutes ahead of time or you might find yourself stranded.
Alternatively, catch a taxi from Puerto Jiménez (US$60). If you are driving, you’ll need a 4WD – even in the dry season as there are a couple of river crossings. You can leave your car at the pulpería (per night US$5) and hike to a tent camp (one hour) or to La Leona station (1½ hours).
Carate
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Getting there & around
