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PRIVATE SHUTTLE

La Fortuna (Arenal) to Uvita

6 H1-12 passengersDoor-to-door

How much does a private shuttle from La Fortuna (Arenal) to Uvita cost?

Hyundai Staria
1-5 PAX · Hyundai Staria
$415
Toyota Hiace
6-9 PAX · Toyota Hiace
$460
Maxus V90
10-12 PAX · Maxus V90
$545

Prices in USD per vehicle. All-inclusive: A/C, WiFi, water, child seats, door-to-door.

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What is the drive from La Fortuna (Arenal) to Uvita like?

Long transfer from Arenal to the southern Pacific town of Uvita, gateway to Marino Ballena National Park. Approximately 6.5 hours.

What can you see between La Fortuna (Arenal) and Uvita?

Central Valley
Atenas
Jacó
Quepos
Dominical
Uvita Whale Tail beach

What are the road conditions from La Fortuna (Arenal) to Uvita?

Fully paved highway.

Traveler Tip

Uvita is the gateway to Marino Ballena National Park — famous for the natural sand formation in the shape of a whale tail. Best at low tide.

Is the shuttle from La Fortuna (Arenal) to Uvita family-friendly?

Child seats included at no extra cost. Private vehicle with A/C, door-to-door service, and stops on request.

Budget breakdown

Discovery upgrade is worth it for this distance — splits the long drive with meaningful stops.

About travel times

Realistic 6.5 hours. Long day of driving.

Is the shuttle from La Fortuna (Arenal) to Uvita 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 Uvita, time your beach visit at low tide to walk out on the famous Whale Tail formation. Tide schedules are posted at the park entrance.

Frequently asked about La Fortuna (Arenal) → Uvita

How much does a private shuttle from La Fortuna (Arenal) to Uvita cost?+
Private shuttle from La Fortuna (Arenal) to Uvita starts at $415 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 La Fortuna (Arenal) to Uvita take?+
The drive from La Fortuna (Arenal) to Uvita takes approximately 6 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 Uvita 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.

Top hotels in Uvita

We pick up at any of these properties. Click for shuttle pricing from Uvita to anywhere in Costa Rica.

Hotel Cristal Ballena
Uvita
Kura Design Villas
Uvita
Oxygen Jungle Villas
Uvita
Rancho Pacífico
Uvita
Rancho Pacifico
Uvita, Costa Ballena
Tiki Villas Rainforest Lodge & Spa
Uvita

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