PRIVATE SHUTTLE
La Fortuna (Arenal) to Samara / Playa Carrillo (Guanacaste)
4,5 H1-12 passengersDoor-to-door
How much does a private shuttle from La Fortuna (Arenal) to Samara / Playa Carrillo (Guanacaste) cost?
1-6 PAX · Hyundai Staria
$360
7-9 PAX · Toyota Hiace
$430
10-12 PAX · Maxus V90
$500
Prices in USD per vehicle. All-inclusive: A/C, WiFi, water, child seats, door-to-door.
What is the drive from La Fortuna (Arenal) to Samara / Playa Carrillo (Guanacaste) like?
A scenic cross-country transfer to the laid-back Pacific beach town of Sámara. Approximately 5 hours through the Guanacaste plains and Nicoya Peninsula.
What can you see between La Fortuna (Arenal) and Samara / Playa Carrillo (Guanacaste)?
Lake Arenal
Cañas
Nicoya town (Blue Zone)
Sámara approach
What are the road conditions from La Fortuna (Arenal) to Samara / Playa Carrillo (Guanacaste)?
Fully paved highway throughout.
Traveler Tip
Sámara is one of the calmest beach towns in Guanacaste — family-friendly, swimming-safe, no big party scene.
Is the shuttle from La Fortuna (Arenal) to Samara / Playa Carrillo (Guanacaste) family-friendly?
Approximately 5 hours. The route includes some unpaved sections near Samara. Two stops are included. Child seats are provided at no charge. Our vehicles are equipped for mixed road conditions.
Budget breakdown
For this long route, Discovery upgrade is worth considering.
About travel times
Realistic 5 hours.
Is the shuttle from La Fortuna (Arenal) to Samara / Playa Carrillo (Guanacaste) 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
In Sámara, head to the south end of the beach for the best swimming and least crowd.
Frequently asked about La Fortuna (Arenal) → Samara / Playa Carrillo (Guanacaste)
How much does a private shuttle from La Fortuna (Arenal) to Samara / Playa Carrillo (Guanacaste) cost?
Private shuttle from La Fortuna (Arenal) to Samara / Playa Carrillo (Guanacaste) starts at $360 USD per vehicle (1-6 passengers). The price is per vehicle, not per person — everyone in your group travels together for the same flat rate. Larger vehicles for 7-18 passengers are available at higher tiers.
How long does the drive from La Fortuna (Arenal) to Samara / Playa Carrillo (Guanacaste) take?
The drive from La Fortuna (Arenal) to Samara / Playa Carrillo (Guanacaste) takes approximately 4,5 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 La Fortuna (Arenal) to Samara / Playa Carrillo (Guanacaste) 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 La Fortuna (Arenal)?
Yes, we offer door-to-door pickup anywhere in La Fortuna (Arenal) — hotels, Airbnbs, private villas, or any specific address you give us at booking. We confirm the exact pickup location 24 hours before your trip.
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