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
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
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
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
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
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.
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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.
We accept secure credit and debit card payments through Tilopay. You'll receive a payment link at booking and can pay from anywhere in the world before your trip. We also accept payment via WhatsApp confirmation.
Don't worry. When you book, we ask for your flight number and monitor its status in real time. If your flight is delayed, we automatically adjust the pickup time at no extra cost. If it's cancelled, we reschedule your service for the new date.
Yes. We offer free cancellation up to 48 hours before your trip. Just message us on WhatsApp at +506 8633-4133 and we'll process your cancellation hassle-free.
Yes, we offer infant, convertible, and booster child seats completely free upon request. Let us know the age and number of children traveling when you book and we'll prepare the vehicle with the appropriate seats.
We recommend booking at least 24 hours in advance to guarantee availability, especially during high season (December to April). For last-minute bookings, contact us via WhatsApp and we'll do our best to help you.
Each passenger can bring one large suitcase and one carry-on at no additional cost. If you're traveling with special equipment (surfboards, bicycles, diving gear), let us know when booking to confirm available space in the right vehicle.
Yes. Short stops (restroom, coffee, photos) are included at no cost. For a fuller experience with 1-2 hour tourist stops (waterfalls, coffee plantations, viewpoints), we recommend our VIP service for $80 extra, which includes flexible stops, drinks, and snacks.
The price is per VEHICLE, not per person. You travel privately with your group without sharing with strangers. Up to 6 passengers fit in our Hyundai Staria, 7-9 in the Toyota Hiace, and 10-18 in the Maxus V90 — all at the same flat rate per vehicle.
Standard is a direct, fast, and comfortable transfer. VIP (+$80) includes 1-2 hours of flexible tourist stops, a Welcome Kit with local beers, sodas, water and snacks, onboard WiFi, USB chargers, and concierge service where your driver recommends the best places. Perfect for honeymoons or special trips.
Yes. We operate door-to-door transfers from both Juan Santamaría International (SJO) in San José and Daniel Oduber International (LIR) in Liberia. Your driver meets you at arrivals with a sign showing your name.
Yes. The price you see is final — it includes the driver, vehicle, fuel, tolls, taxes, water, WiFi, and child seats. No hidden fees. Tips for your driver are always appreciated.