Manuel Antonio to La Fortuna Private Transfer Air-Conditioned Van

Travel between coasts in a climate-controlled van with a bilingual driver who knows the route

A private minivan transfer from Manuel Antonio to La Fortuna de Arenal seats up to six passengers with their luggage, includes hotel pickup and drop-off, and runs about five hours with one hour of free wait time built in for photos or meals. Your bilingual Costa Rican driver handles the navigation while you relax with WiFi on board and complimentary water.

The experience

The minivan picks you up at your Manuel Antonio hotel or a landmark you name, and your bilingual driver takes the wheel for the roughly five-hour drive to La Fortuna. The van is air-conditioned and well-maintained, stocked with WiFi so you can share photos as you travel, and the driver knows the route and the country well enough to answer questions or point out details along the way. You don't navigate, don't worry about road conditions, and don't coordinate with other travelers. It's your group in one vehicle.

Built into the journey is one hour of free wait time, which means the driver can pull over so you photograph a viewpoint, use a restroom, grab lunch, or simply stretch. That flexibility is the difference between a transfer that feels rushed and one that lets you move at your own pace. The driver stays with the van while you take the time you need, then continues to La Fortuna.

Pickup happens at your hotel or any identifiable landmark in Manuel Antonio. Drop-off is at your La Fortuna accommodation. Specialized infant seats are available if you're traveling with small children. The price covers up to six passengers and their luggage in a single booking: larger groups require a separate inquiry.

What’s included

• Private transportation in an air-conditioned minivan.
• bilingual driver.
• hotel pickup and drop-off.
• WiFi on board.
• complimentary water bottle.
• one hour of free wait time during the journey.
• taxes and fees.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsNo refund if you cancel.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortInfant seats available

Operated by Faro Travel Costa Rica

Is this one for you?Book this transfer if your group is six passengers or fewer and you want to avoid the stress of driving an unfamiliar route between coasts: the bilingual driver and fixed vehicle mean you travel together without coordinating with other tourists or navigating yourself.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. No refund if you cancel.

How long does the drive from Manuel Antonio to La Fortuna actually take?

The transfer takes approximately five hours, which includes the one hour of free wait time you can use for stops along the way.

What happens if my flight arrives late or my hotel checkout runs over?

Private transport can be scheduled anytime you wish, so you arrange the pickup time that matches your actual departure from Manuel Antonio: no fixed schedule to rush against.

Is there anywhere to stop for food or a bathroom break during the drive?

Yes. One hour of free wait time is included, which you can use for meals, restrooms, photos or any other stop your group wants to make along the route.

What's included in the price, and what do I need to arrange separately?

The price covers the minivan, driver, hotel pickup and drop-off, WiFi on board, water bottles, and all taxes and fees. Gratuities for the driver are separate.