ICT-certified tourist transport (#3205-2022), fully insured.
5.0 star rating
200+ reviews on Google & TripAdvisor.
24/7 flight tracking
We watch your flight and adjust the pickup — even at 2 AM.
Free child seats
Infant and booster seats on request, at no extra charge.
Modern private fleet
A/C, free WiFi and bottled water in every vehicle.
Local family business
Costa Rican owner-operated since 2022 — not a faceless agency.
What travelers say about Santa Teresa (Nicoya Peninsula) → La Fortuna (Arenal)
Rated 5.0 stars across 200+ Google and TripAdvisor reviews.
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 · TripAdvisor · Dec 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 · TripAdvisor · Dec 2025
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 · TripAdvisor · Jun 2024
What is the drive from Santa Teresa (Nicoya Peninsula) to La Fortuna (Arenal) like?
Connect the Nicoya Peninsula surf beaches to the Arenal Volcano. A scenic full-day journey across multiple regions.
What can you see between Santa Teresa (Nicoya Peninsula) and La Fortuna (Arenal)?
Santa Teresa
Montezuma waterfalls nearby
Paquera
Puntarenas
Arenal Volcano
What are the road conditions from Santa Teresa (Nicoya Peninsula) to La Fortuna (Arenal)?
Mix of roads including ferry crossing. Long but scenic route.
Traveler Tip
This epic journey shows you beach, ocean, and volcano - the full Costa Rica experience in one day.
Is the shuttle from Santa Teresa (Nicoya Peninsula) to La Fortuna (Arenal) family-friendly?
Child seats included at no extra cost. Private vehicle with A/C, door-to-door service, and stops on request.
Budget breakdown
The Surf & Volcano combo: Santa Teresa → La Fortuna, then La Fortuna → SJO. Total transport around $600-$850 for up to 6 passengers. Or do the reverse if coming from SJO through La Fortuna. Unique itinerary that most tourists don't do. Want to extend the drive into a memorable day? Upgrade to our VIP transfer for $80 more — flexible stops along the way (scenic viewpoints, coffee farm, lunch in a local town — your call).
About travel times
Google says 5.5-6 hours. Plan for 6.5-7. This is probably our most adventurous route. Unpaved roads out of Santa Teresa, then by land through the Nicoya Peninsula, across to the Interamericana, and up through the mountains to La Fortuna. It's a full day journey but the scenery is unreal.
Is the shuttle from Santa Teresa (Nicoya Peninsula) to La Fortuna (Arenal) available 24/7?
Our service operates around the clock with no night surcharges. Drivers are positioned for pickups at all hours, and the rate remains the same regardless of departure time.
Local insider tip
This is a big day of driving, no sugar-coating it. But it's also one of the most scenic routes in the whole country. The drive through the Nicoya Peninsula is beautiful countryside, and once you start climbing into the mountains and Lake Arenal appears, it all feels worth it. Leave at dawn, arrive at La Fortuna for sunset hot springs. That's the move.
Frequently asked about Santa Teresa (Nicoya Peninsula) → La Fortuna (Arenal)
How much does a private shuttle from Santa Teresa (Nicoya Peninsula) to La Fortuna (Arenal) cost?+
Private shuttle from Santa Teresa (Nicoya Peninsula) to La Fortuna (Arenal) starts at $400 USD per vehicle (1-5 passengers). The price is per vehicle, not per person — everyone in your group travels together for the same flat rate. Larger vehicles for 6-18 passengers are available at higher tiers.
How long does the drive from Santa Teresa (Nicoya Peninsula) to La Fortuna (Arenal) take?+
The drive from Santa Teresa (Nicoya Peninsula) to La Fortuna (Arenal) takes approximately 5,5 H. Travel times can vary slightly depending on traffic, weather, and road conditions. Our drivers monitor conditions in real time to choose the fastest safe route.
Is the shuttle from Santa Teresa (Nicoya Peninsula) to La Fortuna (Arenal) private?+
Yes. Every Private Travel CR shuttle is fully private — you ride only with your group, no shared seats with strangers. The price covers the entire vehicle door-to-door, including a professional bilingual driver, free WiFi, bottled water, free child seats on request, and full insurance.
Do you pick up at any address in Santa Teresa (Nicoya Peninsula)?+
Yes, we offer door-to-door pickup anywhere in Santa Teresa (Nicoya Peninsula) — hotels, Airbnbs, private villas, or any specific address you give us at booking. We confirm the exact pickup location 24 hours before your trip.
Top hotels in La Fortuna (Arenal)
We pick up at any of these properties. Click for shuttle pricing from La Fortuna (Arenal) to anywhere in Costa Rica.
