Playa Flamingo to La Fortuna Private Transfer Air-Conditioned Van

Travel between coasts without driving yourself

Private minivan transfer from Playa Flamingo to La Fortuna de Arenal for up to six passengers, with hotel pickup and drop-off, a bilingual Costa Rican driver, and one hour of free wait time built in. The van is air-conditioned and equipped with WiFi. You choose the departure time that fits your schedule. Specialized infant seats are available on request.

The experience

The minivan arrives at your hotel in Playa Flamingo at the time you set, and your bilingual driver handles the route to La Fortuna while you sit back in air conditioning. The journey takes around four hours, and the operator includes one hour of free wait time along the way: time you can use to stop for photos, grab a meal, or take a bathroom break without watching the meter. Water and WiFi keep you comfortable during the drive.

This is private transport, not a shared shuttle, so the van doesn't stop to collect other passengers. You control the pickup time and location (your hotel, an airport, a landmark, anywhere in the area), and the same applies to drop-off in La Fortuna. The driver is a reliable, punctual professional who speaks English and Spanish and knows the country well enough to answer questions about what you're passing.

What’s included

• Private minivan with air conditioning and WiFi.
• bilingual driver.
• hotel pickup and drop-off.
• 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.You can choose from 18 pickup points.

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.

Prices and times updated 15 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortInfant seats available

Operated by Faro Travel Costa Rica

Is this one for you?Four hours in a private van means you leave when you're ready and arrive without the fatigue of driving yourself, but the journey is long enough that an early start leaves your afternoon free in La Fortuna.

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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.

Can I choose what time the van picks me up?

Yes. Private transport means you set the departure time that works for your schedule, and the driver arrives at your hotel or the location you name.

What happens if I need to stop along the way?

One hour of free wait time is included, so you can pause for photos, a meal, or a rest without extra charges. The driver will work with you on the timing.

Is the van suitable for a family with a baby?

Specialized infant seats are available on request. Let the operator know when you book so they can have one ready for your departure.

Do I need to arrange anything before the drive?

Tell the operator your pickup and drop-off locations and your preferred departure time. If you're arriving by air, provide the airline, flight number and arrival time so the driver can meet you on schedule.