The living-here handbook
Life here works
through people.
The groups, rides and everyday services that keep the peninsula connected—clearly labeled when community-maintained rather than field-verified.
Emergencies
Call 911 (works on any phone, no SIM needed). Daytime ocean rescue: +506 2640-0911.
Join the conversation
Local groups
Santa Teresa community chat
The general local chat for questions, recommendations and day-to-day help.
Open group ↗Santa Teresa events chat
Parties, music, gatherings and things happening around town.
Open group ↗Healing events in Santa Teresa
A community group for healing events and related local gatherings.
Open group ↗Santa Teresa community & housing
A broad local group where housing and everyday community questions may be posted.
Open group ↗These are community-run spaces. Group admins control access and rules; Onda does not manage membership.
Getting around
Shuttles, ferries & rides
Numbers checked against each operator’s current official contact page. Confirm schedules before you travel.
Tropical Tours Shuttles
Shuttles to SJO, Liberia, Monteverde, Tamarindo
Ferry Tambor (Naviera)
Puntarenas–Paquera; check the schedule before travelling