Car Hire in Moin Center

Moin is a small port town on the Caribbean coast, 5 km north of Limón center, with 1 car rental company available. Despite the limited selection, Moin is a strategic point for exploring the Caribbean coast – Tortuguero National Park is reached by boat 50 km to the north, while Cahuita is 45 km to the south along Route 36. Moin is known for its industrial port and as a departure point for boat trips to Tortuguero, one of Costa Rica's most important sea turtle nesting sites.

The village is located at the mouth of the Moín River and is surrounded by banana plantations and tropical rainforest typical of the Caribbean lowlands. Book your only available rental car well in advance – with just 1 rental company, availability is highly limited. Drive south along Route 36 to reach Cahuita (45 km, 45 min) and Puerto Viejo de Talamanca (60 km, 1 hour).

Park safely in Limón center (5 km south) if you are taking the boat trip to Tortuguero – do not leave valuables in the car. Can I drive a rental car to Tortuguero from Moin? No, there is no road to Tortuguero.

You park your car in Moin or Limón and take a boat from there, the journey takes approximately 1.5–2 hours. What can I visit by rental car along the Caribbean coast from Moin? Cahuita National Park (45 km south), Puerto Viejo (60 km), Gandoca-Manzanillo Wildlife Refuge (80 km), and Limón center (5 km south).

Is Route 36 along the Caribbean coast in good condition? Yes, Route 36 is asphalt and in relatively good condition, but can have potholes and flooding during heavy rain.

We compare prices from all major providers at Moin Center so you can see the total cost upfront — including insurance, fuel terms and any extras. Most bookings include free cancellation up to 48 hours before pickup, giving you flexibility if your plans change.