SAFETY ONBOARD COSTA RICA 🇨🇷 SPONSORS THE OCEAN POSSE

SAFETY ONBOARD COSTA RICA SPONSORS THE OCEAN POSSE

WE are delighted to collaborate with Ocean Posse and offer its members a 15% discount on all our direct services. Additionally, I would be delighted to request partnerships with suppliers.
This discount is exclusive to the Ocean Posse community, and I am committed to ensuring fair, transparent, and trustworthy treatment for every boat that contacts us.

Cristina Sánchez
SafetyonboardCR
Martime Service / Port Agent
+506 83533383
office@safetyonboardcr.com
safetyonboardcr@gmail.com

SAFET ON BOARD COSTA RICA

Country Entry Fees:

Market prices range from $800 to $1,700, depending on the length, place of entry, schedule (weekends and overtime increase government costs), and legal document processing.
In our case, we offer competitive rates that include:
Entry Service: $550
Government Payment: $116
Attorney Fees (if applicable): $150
VAT: 13% applicable by law
Current 15% discount on our professional services
Note: If the vessel is registered in a personal name (not a corporation or company), a lawyer is not always necessary, which reduces costs.

Country Exit Fees:

The market offers these services between $550 and $1,000, depending on length and conditions.
Our prices:
Departure service: $350
Government fee: $20 or $50 (depending on length) + overtime if applicable.
15% discount on our services
Other specialized services:
Temporary Importation (TIP) Extension:
Market: $900–$1,000 | US: $500 + VAT
Extension up to 2 years depending on the contract with the marina.

National Sailing Permits (national navigation permit between national ports):

Market: $150–$350 | US: $125 per permit

Additionally, we offer with suppliers:

Transfers to/from Liberia Airport or other locations, hull cleaning, assistance with supplies, car rentals, swimming with horses, concierge, and more.

With previous experience at the Harbor Master's Office and Marina Flamingo, we are thoroughly familiar with the system and have strong relationships with port authorities. Unlike other agencies that must travel from Puntarenas or Golfito, we are based directly in Guanacaste, frequently operating in Playas del Coco, Marina Papagayo, and Marina Flamingo, and we travel to other official entry and exit points.

If you have any additional questions, we will be happy to assist you. Thank you very much for your cooperation.

Cristina Sánchez
SafetyonboardCR
Martime Service / Port Agent
+506 83533383

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SV QUE VENDRA SHARES TRIP REPORT FROM DRAKE BAY, COSTA RICA

SV QUE VENDRA

SHARES TRIP REPORT

FROM DRAKE BAY, COSTA RICA

Olena & Maciek from SV QUE VENDRA recently sailed into Drake Bay, Costa Rica. Drake bay is a quintessential anchorage on the north side of Cordova National Park one of the most biodiverse national parks in the world. The Bay can be quite protected and a great springboard for many shoreside adventures. Drake Bay has an air of historical relevance that leaves a lot to ones imagination.

Here SV QUE VENDRA share their report:

This past week, we stopped in Drake Bay on our way south through Costa Rica. It is named after Sir Francis Drake, the famous corsair employed by the British Empire. It is said that he stopped here after capturing a large prize and buried a treasure somewhere around. We did not find gold, but we did find friendly people, a laid-back atmosphere, a lot of lush vegetation and jungle animals.

We came just before sunset and anchored in this big open bay. The anchorage is easy to access, with no hazards other than a large mooring field for the local boats. It was a bit rolly, but not the worst we have experienced on this coast.

The next day, we set out to explore. We landed our dinghy at the hotel dock at the river entrance. The people there were very welcoming and let us keep our dinghy at their dock for half a day for free. What a change from some of the marinas in other parts of Costa Rica. Going right from the dock, we followed a few trails through the forest on the Osa Peninsula, leading to a few secluded beaches. To the left from the dock, the trail leads to the town. Our first stop was at the coffee shop - Cafe del Mar. You can't miss its sign - it is visible from the anchorage. The owner makes excellent local coffee and, serves a carrot cake, and has been a pleasure to chat with. Sitting there, we observed capuchin monkeys, parrots, and other birds. The animals are just there in the middle of the town, no need to pay park fees! We then explored the rest of the town. It has a few grocery stores, a laundry, and a lot of restaurants. We had dinner at one of them, and from our table, we observed more nature - sloths, toucans, and macaws.

There were a lot of international tourists around, but mostly of the "explorer" type. There was no beach crowd, no jet skis, just nature and tranquility. We really liked this stop.

SY QUE VENRA 🇺🇸 Maciek & Olena – Outbound 46’

THANK YOU FOR SHARING YOUR ADVENTURE

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