Costa Rica private shuttle on a coastal road

Costa Rica Shuttle & La Fortuna Tours

Private door-to-door service + small-group La Fortuna tours.

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5.0
Travelers' Choice 2025
Google3 months ago

We booked with Private Travel Costa Rica twice during our time in Costa Rica and we were fortunate enough to have Pablo as our driver both times! He is so friendly and is proud to share information about his beautiful country. He is the reason we booked with Private Travel the second time. He asked questions about us and where we’re from. He even gifted me a hand-made bracelet from his daughter for my birthday! When he dropped us off at our AirBnb, it was dark and we weren’t exactly sure where to go. Pablo waited with us until we found our hosts and made sure we were in the right place. He handled the winding roads to La Fortuna easily and was a very safe yet efficient driver. Along the way, we stopped for coffee & empanadas. It was an easy decision to book with Private Travel again, given the experience we had on our first day. We didn’t expect to have Pablo as a driver again but it was such a wonderful surprise when he pulled up to our Puntarenas resort. He wanted to hear all about our trip and asked to see pictures! He was such a wonderful way to welcome us to Costa Rica and send us on our way as we headed home! Truly, an absolute pleasure of an experience.

Sara Luckasson

Sara Luckasson

Google3 months ago

Diego was a fabulous driver! Great conversation, great ride. The car was so clean, comfortable, and smelled so fresh. He arrived early and got us there early. Best driver around! If you’re traveling to Costa Rica, you HAVE to book. It makes travel stress free and fun!

Kassie Moeller

Kassie Moeller

Google5 months ago

My daughter and I had a fantastic experience with Diego! He took us to Poas volcano and La Paz Waterfall Gardens for the day. He suggested taking us to the Starbucks plantation since we had some extra time before our scheduled entry at Poas. The location and store were gorgeous and gave us the opportunity to see the landscape and waterfall and enjoy delicious coffee before heading to our planned destinations. Diego guided us through the Poas and La Paz with expert navigation and incredible knowledge of the sites and even the animals we viewed at La Paz. Diego was so much fun too! We absolutely loved the experience. I’m grateful we enjoyed the experience so much and also made a new friend! Carmela & Emily

Carmela Chartrand

Carmela Chartrand

Google2 months ago

We had an excellent experience with Oscar as our private driver from La Fortuna to Rio Celeste. He was incredibly professional, punctual, and made us feel safe and comfortable the entire trip. The roads in that area can be a little winding, and Oscar handled everything smoothly and confidently. He was also very informative — sharing helpful insights about the area, local wildlife, and Costa Rican culture along the way. He answered all our questions patiently and never made us feel rushed. His calm, friendly demeanor really added to the experience. If you’re looking for a reliable, knowledgeable driver, I highly recommend Oscar. He helped make our day stress-free and enjoyable.

Alex D

Alex D

Google3 months ago

Such hospital and kind service!! Pablo was our driver and was very friendly and conversational. On the way back to the airport we stopped by a great spot called Cafe Macadamia and he showed us a great lookout point of Lake Arenal. The company is very communicative and responsive - would highly recommend.

Esther Lee

Esther Lee

TripAdvisorJan 2026

A brilliant private transfer company

Absolutely brilliant transfer company. Diego was incredibly easy and efficient to deal with. Very comfortable cars and delightful drivers who were incredibly prompt. Made our trip seamless and I can't recommend them highly enough.

Adsie65

London, United Kingdom

TripAdvisorDec 2025

Exceptional, Professional, and Reliable Private Transfers Across Costa Rica!

Our experience with Private Travel Costa Rica was exceptional from start to finish. We used their service for multiple transfers, including from San Juan airport to La Fortuna, between locations in La Fortuna, and from Tamarindo to Liberia International Airport. Every driver was amazing—on time, flexible, and extremely professional. The responsiveness of the entire team made coordinating our travel seamless and stress-free. We highly recommend them for any transportation needs in Costa Rica.

Katherine J

TripAdvisor Reviewer

TripAdvisorDec 2025

Professional and Reliable

We used this company for transfers from La Fortuna to San Manuel Antonio and then from San Manuel Antonio to San Jose. I cannot say enough about the professionalism of the company and both the drivers, as well as the cleanliness of the vans. Communication was almost immediate. Our drivers Oscar and Carlos arrived a few minutes early, were highly professional, and super friendly and warm. There was wifi in the van which was much appreciated. All in all, both experiences were excellent. I cannot recommend this company enough. I will definitely use them again for transfers when we are back in CR.

RIDI0406

Madison, Wisconsin

TripAdvisorJun 2024

Excellent care and drive with Diego

I was so glad I booked our transfer from La Fortuna to Manuel Antonio with Diego. He was communicative and professional from the time of booking, confirming everything and checking on our needs. He was friendly, kind, spoke great English, and made the long drive as pleasant as possible. I'd absolutely book again.

Orli B

Oakland, California

✦ COMPARE YOUR OPTIONS

Why a private shuttle beats every alternative

Honest side-by-side with rental cars, Uber, and public bus — including the hidden costs travelers don't see when booking.

Feature
Our Shuttle
Rental Car
Uber / inDriver
Public Bus
Door-to-door pickup
⚠️Need to find parking
⚠️App availability varies
Bus stations only
Bilingual driver
n/a
⚠️Sometimes
Full insurance included
$20–40 / day extra
⚠️Limited coverage
n/a
Free child seats
$10 / day extra
Luggage space guaranteed
⚠️Depends on car size
Often too small
Limited overhead
Local driver knows the roads
You navigate
⚠️Driver dependent
Flexible scenic stops
+$35/hr or VIP
Total stress level😌 Low😰 High😐 Medium😐 Medium

All-inclusive pricing means no surprises: insurance, fuel, tolls, water, WiFi and child seats are always included.

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🚐190+ happy travelers
🛡️Insurance included
🇨🇷100% Costa Rican
✦ TWO WAYS TO TRAVEL

Choose yourexperience style

All our trips are private and comfortable. The difference is in the details and how much you want to enjoy the journey.

FAST AND EFFICIENT

Standard

The fastest way to reach your destination. A private, direct trip, no stops, no waiting.

From
$90USD

Price per vehicle (not per person)

Direct route without detours or stops
Available 24/7, any schedule
Door-to-door service
Professional bilingual driver
On-board WiFi and bottled water
Full insurance and flight tracking
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Ideal for airport transfers and tight schedules

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VIP

Why just travel when you can live an experience? Tourist stop, local drinks, and a driver who guides you.

Standard + $80 USD
$160USD

Includes full VIP experience

1-2h tourist stop (flexible)
Concierge Service (your driver guides you)
Welcome Kit: local beers, sodas, snacks
Onboard WiFi and USB chargers
Personalized recommendations
Everything in Standard + more
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Perfect for honeymoons and unforgettable trips

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Absolutely. Our fleet consists of new vehicles with up-to-date technical inspections and full insurance coverage. All our drivers are professional bilingual drivers with years of experience driving in Costa Rica. We have over 190 5-star reviews on Google that back up our service.

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