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PRIVATE SHUTTLE
Monteverde (Cloud Forest) to Rio Perdido Thermal Resort (Bagaces)
5.0(200+ reviews)3 H1-12 passengersDoor-to-door
How much does a private shuttle from Monteverde (Cloud Forest) to Rio Perdido Thermal Resort (Bagaces) cost?
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How many passengers?
Adults
12+
2
Children
0-11
0
Total for your group
Hyundai Staria · 3 H
$230
per vehicle, not per person
= just $115 per person
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Free cancellation up to 48h before · Flight late? Your driver adjusts and waits at no charge
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 Monteverde (Cloud Forest) → Rio Perdido Thermal Resort (Bagaces)
Rated 5.0 stars across 200+ Google and TripAdvisor reviews.
Monteverde Day Tour
Diego was a great driver and we really enjoyed our day with him. We stayed at the Westin Conchal and wanted to go to Monteverde for the day. Other drivers said we should not do it because it was too much for a day trip, but that's what we wanted to do, so I was very happy that Diego said no problem, even with picking us up at 8:00 AM and dropping us off very late at night. We got to do all the things on my list and see more of Costa Rica. He was a great communicator, on time always, great driver, car was immaculate, and we felt safe and comfortable all day. He recommended a great restaurant for us for lunch, took pics for us at the waterfalls, and got us everywhere we needed to be. Highly recommend his services!
Vacation Traveler
TripAdvisor Reviewer · TripAdvisor · Nov 2023
How to get from Monteverde (Cloud Forest) to Rio Perdido Thermal Resort (Bagaces)
There are four main ways to travel from Monteverde (Cloud Forest) to Rio Perdido Thermal Resort (Bagaces): private shuttle, shared shuttle, rental car, or public bus. Here is how they compare on price, travel time, and comfort:
Option
Price
Travel time
Door-to-door
Best for
Private shuttle
From $230 per vehicle (1-5 people)
About 3 H — just your group, with free quick stops (bathroom, snacks, groceries)
Yes — any address
Families, groups, airport arrivals
Shared shuttle
$55–$99 per person
Longer — fixed schedule, multiple hotel stops
Hotel-to-hotel only
Solo travelers on a tight budget
Rental car
$60–$120+ per day + mandatory insurance
Similar drive, but you navigate yourself
Yes — you drive
Long stays with many day trips
Public bus
$5–$15 per person
Much longer — transfers and waiting between buses
No — terminal to terminal
Backpackers with light luggage
For 3 or more travelers, a private shuttle usually works out to about the same per person as a shared shuttle: from $230 per vehicle, a group of 4 pays roughly $58 per person — with door-to-door pickup, your own departure time, and free quick stops for bathroom breaks, snacks or groceries whenever you need them.
How is the drive from Monteverde (Cloud Forest) to Rio Perdido Thermal Resort (Bagaces)?
Our private shuttle from Monteverde to Rio Perdido Thermal Resort covers the trip in roughly 3h, with pickup right at your door and no shared stops. You'll leave behind a misty cloud-forest highlands and arrive at Rio Perdido Thermal Resort, a thermal-river canyon resort near Miravalles known for Rio Perdido thermal river and Miravalles Volcano. Every trip includes a modern air-conditioned vehicle, free WiFi and bottled water, complimentary child seats on request, and flight tracking when an airport is involved, all for one flat price of $230 per vehicle rather than per person.
What can you see between Monteverde (Cloud Forest) and Rio Perdido Thermal Resort (Bagaces)?
Rio Perdido thermal river
Miravalles Volcano
Canyon hot springs
Bagaces plains
Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve
How are the road conditions from Monteverde (Cloud Forest) to Rio Perdido Thermal Resort (Bagaces)?
The road to Monteverde is part of the adventure: after smooth paved highway through Guanacaste and the lowlands, the final climb into the cloud forest is a winding, steep mountain road with sweeping valley views. Our drivers make this route regularly and take it at a safe, comfortable pace in a high-clearance vehicle.
Traveler Tip
Book your Monteverde to Rio Perdido Thermal Resort transfer with your flight or hotel details ready so we can time pickup precisely and track any delays. Once you reach Rio Perdido Thermal Resort, float the natural thermal river at dusk, it is the highlight most guests remember most.
Is the shuttle from Monteverde (Cloud Forest) to Rio Perdido Thermal Resort (Bagaces) family-friendly?
Yes, the shuttle from Monteverde to Rio Perdido Thermal Resort is fully family-friendly. Because it is private, you travel only with your own group, and we provide free infant, toddler and booster seats on request, just tell us your children's ages when you book. Drivers are happy to make quick restroom or snack stops, which makes the trip far easier with kids than a shared van or public bus.
Budget breakdown
The $230 fare for Monteverde to Rio Perdido Thermal Resort is per vehicle, not per person, so the more people share the ride, the lower the cost each. For a family or small group it is often cheaper than several seats on a shared shuttle, and you get door-to-door service with no extra transfers or waiting.
About travel times
Apps like Google Maps show raw driving time, but our estimate of about 3h for Monteverde to Rio Perdido Thermal Resort reflects real conditions, door-to-door pickup, a quick comfort stop when useful, and safe speeds on curvier sections. Actual time can vary slightly with weather and traffic.
Is the shuttle from Monteverde (Cloud Forest) to Rio Perdido Thermal Resort (Bagaces) available 24/7?
Yes, we operate the Monteverde to Rio Perdido Thermal Resort route 24/7, including very early departures and late-night arrivals. If an airport is involved we track your flight and adjust pickup automatically, so a delayed or early flight is never a problem, your driver will be waiting.
Local insider tip
Insider tip for Rio Perdido Thermal Resort: float the natural thermal river at dusk, it is the highlight most guests remember most.
Frequently asked about Monteverde (Cloud Forest) → Rio Perdido Thermal Resort (Bagaces)
Is the shuttle from Monteverde to Rio Perdido Thermal Resort direct or shared?+
It is 100% private and direct. You ride only with your own group from Monteverde straight to Rio Perdido Thermal Resort, with no other passengers and no detours to drop off strangers. The $230 price covers the whole vehicle.
Can we stop along the way from Monteverde to Rio Perdido Thermal Resort?+
Absolutely. Because the Monteverde to Rio Perdido Thermal Resort transfer is private, you can ask your driver for photo stops, a restroom break, or a quick bite. Longer sightseeing stops can be arranged, just mention it when you book.
What is there to do in Rio Perdido Thermal Resort?+
Rio Perdido Thermal Resort is a thermal-river canyon resort near Miravalles, popular for Rio Perdido thermal river, Miravalles Volcano, Canyon hot springs. Float the natural thermal river at dusk, it is the highlight most guests remember most.
How much does a private shuttle from Monteverde (Cloud Forest) to Rio Perdido Thermal Resort (Bagaces) cost?+
Private shuttle from Monteverde (Cloud Forest) to Rio Perdido Thermal Resort (Bagaces) starts at $230 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.
What is the best way to get from Monteverde (Cloud Forest) to Rio Perdido Thermal Resort (Bagaces)?+
You can travel from Monteverde (Cloud Forest) to Rio Perdido Thermal Resort (Bagaces) by private shuttle, shared shuttle, rental car, or public bus. A private shuttle is the most comfortable option: door-to-door service from $230 USD per vehicle, departing on your schedule with no extra stops. Shared shuttles are cheaper for solo travelers but run on fixed timetables with multiple hotel stops. A rental car gives you flexibility but adds mandatory insurance costs and unfamiliar mountain roads. The public bus is the cheapest option but much slower, usually requiring transfers.
How long does the drive from Monteverde (Cloud Forest) to Rio Perdido Thermal Resort (Bagaces) take?+
The drive from Monteverde (Cloud Forest) to Rio Perdido Thermal Resort (Bagaces) takes approximately 3 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 Monteverde (Cloud Forest) to Rio Perdido Thermal Resort (Bagaces) 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 Monteverde (Cloud Forest)?+
Yes, we offer door-to-door pickup anywhere in Monteverde (Cloud Forest) — 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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