Boat Shipping to Costa Rica is a specialized service for private boat owners, yacht dealers, and marine enthusiasts who need reliable transport into Central America. At All Transport Depot Inc., we ensure your vessel—whether a yacht, speedboat, pontoon, or jet ski—arrives safely, legally, and on schedule.
Costa Rica’s Pacific and Caribbean ports, growing marina infrastructure, and access to major boating routes make it a popular destination for imported vessels — from private superyachts to small personal watercraft. At All Transport Depot Inc., we design secure, cost-effective shipping solutions to Costa Rica using RoRo, flat-rack, container, or lift-on/lift-off (LoLo) methods. Whether your vessel is trailer-ready or requires a custom cradle, we tailor every shipment to the boat’s dimensions, weight, and handling needs.
As an FMC-licensed & bonded NVOCC, All Transport Depot Inc. manages the full logistics chain — documentation, inland pickup, cradle setup, export filing, port handling, loading supervision, and destination customs support in Costa Rica — giving you a single point of contact for the entire import process.
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⚓ Why Choose All Transport Depot Inc. for Boat Shipping to Costa Rica
People import boats to Costa Rica for many reasons:
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Relocation to Costa Rica with a private vessel
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Delivery of yachts for waterfront homes, marinas, or charter fleets
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Supplying Costa Rican dealers or brokers with inventory
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Competitions, regattas, and marine events
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Commercial and fishing operations requiring specialized vessels
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Purchase of overseas boats to be registered and used in Costa Rican waters
Costa Rica’s coastline, growing marina network, and Caribbean & Pacific cruising grounds make it an attractive market for imports.
Boat Shipping to Costa Rica
🛥️ Types of Vessels We Ship
We handle all classes of watercraft:
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Yachts & Luxury Vessels: Motor yachts, Sailing yachts, Superyachts, Cruisers
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Trailered Boats: Center console, Bass boats, Powerboats, Bowriders
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Boats on Cradles / Wide-Beam Vessels: Catamarans, Deep-V fishing boats, Pontoons, Multihulls
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Small Craft & PWCs: Jet skis, Dinghies, Inflatable boats, Tenders
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Commercial Vessels: Fishing boats, Workboats, Patrol and offshore-support vessels
Every shipment is planned around your vessel’s specific dimensions, weight, and handling needs.
⚓ Shipping Methods for Boats to Costa Rica
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RoRo (Roll-on/Roll-off) – Best if the boat is on a trailer or secured to a cradle. Cost-effective, fast, and minimal lifting.
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Flat Rack Shipping – Ideal for oversized, tall, or wide-beam vessels that don’t fit into containers. Boat is secured to a steel rack.
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Container Shipping – Best for jet skis, small tenders, inflatable boats, or disassembled small craft. Provides full weather protection and high security.
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Lift-On/Lift-Off (LoLo) – Suitable for heavy or large yachts. Requires crane lifting for loading and unloading.
🚤 Step-by-Step: Shipping Your Boat to Costa Rica
- Request a custom quote with vessel specs
- Provide measurements, weight, and photos
- Choose the shipping method (RoRo / flat rack / container / LoLo)
- Prepare the boat for export (cleaning, draining, securing)
- Drop off at origin port or schedule inland pickup
- We arrange export filing and supervise loading
- Vessel transits to Costa Rica
- Arrival, customs clearance, inland delivery to your marina or yard
⚓ Popular Arrival Ports in Costa Rica
- Puerto Caldera — main Pacific port with marina access
- Limón — Caribbean port with cargo and vessel handling
- Puntarenas — convenient for coastal delivery and marina access
Typical transit time: commonly 2–6 weeks depending on origin and vessel size.
📑 Import Documentation & Compliance
Common documents:
- Original Bill of Sale / Title
- Passport or government ID
- Power of Attorney (if agent handles customs)
- Export paperwork from origin country
- Commercial invoice or Bill of Sale
- Import duties documentation
- Trailer registration if shipped on a trailer
We assist with Costa Rican customs procedures, port clearance, and duty guidance.
💲 Shipping Cost Factors & Typical Ranges
Factors affecting cost: vessel type, size, shipping method, origin port, handling requirements
- Jet skis/PWCs: $1,200–$2,500
- Boats on trailers (small/medium): $2,500–$6,000
- Mid-size yachts: $5,000–$12,000
- Large yachts / superyachts: $12,000+
Insurance, cradle construction, inland pickup, and customs are additional.
🛡️ Marine Insurance Options
Full coverage recommended: ocean transit, crane lifts, port handling, weather exposure. Premium: 0.75%–2% of vessel value.
⭐ Why Choose All Transport Depot Inc. for Costa Rica
- FMC-licensed & bonded NVOCC
- Decades of marine logistics experience
- Tailored cradle, lashing, and yacht-handling expertise
- Costa Rica destination support including customs guidance
- Door-to-marina and door-to-yard delivery
- Transparent pricing & real-time updates
- Global network & single-point contact
🌊 Ready to Ship Your Boat to Costa Rica?
📞 (678) 528-5794
📲 WhatsApp: +1 (470) 791-4497
📧 ship@alltransportdepot.com
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