Private Transfer: Guanacaste Airport to La Fortuna

Three hours from the airport to La Fortuna, with stops whenever you need them

A private transfer picks you up at Guanacaste Airport and drives you to La Fortuna in an air-conditioned vehicle with a bilingual driver. The route takes around three hours, and your driver will stop for photos, meals or bathroom breaks whenever you ask. Bottled water is included, and all fees and taxes are covered in the price.

The experience

The driver meets you at Guanacaste Airport and handles the drive to La Fortuna: no rental car, no navigating unfamiliar roads, no figuring out which taxi to trust. The vehicle is modern and air-conditioned, and your bilingual staff member knows the route and the region. If you want to pull over for a photo of the landscape, grab a meal at a local spot, or take a bathroom break, they'll stop without complaint. The three-hour drive is the transfer itself. There are no scheduled attractions or guided commentary, just reliable transport and the option to shape the journey around what you need.

Bottled water comes with the booking, and all fees and taxes are already factored into the price. Nothing surprises you at the end. The vehicle fits your group (options range from airport pickups to specific hotels in La Fortuna), and the driver's bilingual ability means you can ask questions, get recommendations, or simply relax without a language barrier. Infants and small children can travel in specialized seats or a stroller if needed, and service animals are welcome.

What’s included

• Private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle.
• bottled water.
• bilingual driver.
• all fees and taxes.

Options for this experience

27 options

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LIR/Lost Iguana AirportNo fixed timePrivate, includes pickup

La Fortuna to Airport LIRNo fixed timeDeparture to the airport: from any destination in the La Fortuna sector to Guanacaste Liberia Airport, includes pickup

Airport LIR to Airbnbs in Fortuna, private, includes pickupNo fixed timePrivate. Airbnb: any Airbnb, cabin, house or hostel in the La Fortuna sector, includes pickup

Airport LIR to Hotel Eco Arenal, private, includes pickupNo fixed timePrivate, includes pickup

Airport LIR to Noahs Forest Tifakara, private, includes pickupNo fixed timePrivate, includes pickup

Airport LIR to Hotel Royal Corin, private, includes pickupNo fixed timePrivate, includes pickup

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Aero LIR/Mountain ParadiceNo fixed timePrivate, includes pickup

Airport LIR to Baldi Resort, private, includes pickupNo fixed timePrivate, includes pickup

Airport LIR to Hotel Los Lagos, private, includes pickupNo fixed timePrivate, includes pickup

Airport LIR to Lomas del Volcano, private, includes pickupNo fixed timePrivate, includes pickup

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Airport LIR to The Springs Resort, private, includes pickupNo fixed timePrivate, includes pickup

Airport LIR to Arenal Springs, private, includes pickupNo fixed timePrivate, includes pickup

Airport LIR to Arenal Paraiso, private, includes pickupNo fixed timePrivate, includes pickup

Airport LIR to Mountain of Fire, private, includes pickupNo fixed timePrivate, includes pickup

Aero LIR/Arenal ObservatoryNo fixed timePrivate, includes pickup

Daily rental with driverNo fixed timePrivate. See conditions: check zone availability and product restrictions, includes pickup

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

AgesAdult (2 and older) · Infant (under 2): free

GroupPrivate

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 12 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Costaricaporundia

Is this one for you?Book this transfer if you want to avoid renting a car or waiting for a shared shuttle. The private vehicle and bilingual driver mean you control the pace and can stop whenever something catches your interest on the way to La Fortuna.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Infant (under 2): free.

How long does the drive from Guanacaste Airport to La Fortuna take?

The transfer takes around three hours. Your driver will stop for photos, meals or breaks whenever you ask, so the actual time on the road may vary depending on what you choose to do along the way.

What's included in the private transfer price?

Private transportation, bottled water, air-conditioned vehicle, and all fees and taxes are included. Tips are not included and are left to your discretion.

Can the driver stop during the journey?

Yes. Your bilingual driver will gladly stop for photos, bathroom breaks, or to eat at a local restaurant. Just let them know what you'd like to do and they'll assist you.