Tamarindo Beach Private Transfer: Custom Routes to Top Spots

One to five hours on your schedule, door to door

A private transfer from Tamarindo Beach to your choice of destination (Manuel Antonio, Monteverde, San José airport, Arenal, Liberia airport, Jaco Beach, Samara or Hacienda Guachipelín) with your own vehicle and driver. You pick the pickup and drop-off times and locations. Child seats are provided at no extra cost, and the all-inclusive rate covers taxes and tolls. Courtesy stops of up to 30 minutes let you pause for food, groceries or a bathroom break on the way.

The experience

Book this private transfer and you get a vehicle reserved for your party alone: no shared rides, no waiting for other passengers. After you confirm your booking, the operator contacts you to nail down the exact details: where you're starting, where you're headed, and when you want to leave. The driver knows the local area and can point out sights along the way or suggest stops if you ask. Because the service runs on your schedule, not a fixed timetable, you're not locked into a departure window that doesn't fit the rest of your day.

The route takes anywhere from one to five hours depending on your destination. Courtesy stops of up to 30 minutes are built in (bathroom breaks, a quick meal, groceries) without eating into your travel time. Child and infant seats come at no extra charge, and the vehicle holds up to five passengers with their luggage. The final price is all-in: taxes, tolls and fees are included, so there are no surprises when you settle up.

This is not an on-demand service that arrives in minutes. The operator arranges the right vehicle and driver in advance to make sure everything runs smoothly. If you need a pickup from your hotel or accommodation in Tamarindo, that's included. Public transportation options exist nearby if you prefer them, but a private transfer means you don't have to navigate schedules or stops on your own.

What’s included

• Private vehicle for your party.
• child and infant seats at no extra cost.
• courtesy stops of up to 30 minutes for bathroom, food or groceries.
• pickup included.
• all-inclusive rate with no hidden fees covering taxes and tolls.

Options for this experience

11 options

Liberia Airport (LIR)Guide in English or Spanish · No fixed timePrivate one-way transfer from Tamarindo, Potrero or Playa Grande to Liberia Airport (LIR), or the reverse. Pickup is included.

Papagayo Peninsula & Riu HotelGuide in English or Spanish · No fixed timePrivate one-way transfer between Tamarindo, Potrero or Playa Grande and the Papagayo Papagayo Peninsula & Riu Hotel, in either direction. Pickup is included.

MonteverdeGuide in English or Spanish · No fixed timePrivate one-way transfer between Tamarindo, Potrero or Playa Grande and Monteverde, in either direction. Pickup is included.

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Hacienda GuachepelinGuide in English or Spanish · No fixed timePrivate one-way transfer between Tamarindo, Potrero or Playa Grande and Hacienda Guachipelin & Rincon de la Vieja, in either direction. Pickup is included.

Dreams Las MareasGuide in English or Spanish · No fixed timePrivate one-way transfer between Tamarindo, Potrero or Playa Grande and Dreams Las Mareas, in either direction. Pickup is included.

Arenal, La FortunaGuide in English or Spanish · No fixed timePrivate one-way transfer between Tamarindo, Potrero or Playa Grande and Arenal or La Fortuna, in either direction. Pickup is included.

San Jose Airport (SJO)Guide in English or Spanish · No fixed timePrivate one-way shuttle transfer from Tamarindo, Potrero or Playa Grande to San Jose Airport (SJO), or the reverse. Pickup is included.

Samara, Nosara, GuionesGuide in English or Spanish · No fixed timePrivate one-way transfer between Tamarindo, Potrero or Playa Grande and Samara, Nosara or Guiones, in either direction. Pickup is included.

Jaco BeachGuide in English or Spanish · No fixed timePrivate one-way transfer between Tamarindo, Potrero or Playa Grande and Jaco Beach, in either direction. Pickup is included.

Manuel Antonio, QueposGuide in English or Spanish · No fixed timePrivate one-way transfer between Tamarindo, Potrero or Playa Grande and Manuel Antonio or Quepos, in either direction. Pickup is included.

Santa Teresa, MontezumaGuide in English or Spanish · No fixed timePrivate one-way transfer between Tamarindo, Potrero or Playa Grande and Santa Teresa or Montezuma, in either direction. Pickup is included.

You pick the guide language when booking.

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Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 4 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePublic transport nearby

Operated by The Baqueano

Is this one for you?Choose this transfer if you're traveling with family or friends and want the flexibility to set your own departure time and route. The private vehicle means no waiting for other passengers, and the driver can suggest stops or detours along the way if you ask.

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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. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What destinations can I book a transfer to from Tamarindo?

You can book to Manuel Antonio and Quepos, Samara and Nosara, Monteverde, San José airport, Arenal and La Fortuna, Hacienda Guachipelín, Liberia airport, or Jaco Beach. The operator offers other routes as well. Confirm your specific destination when you book.

How long does the transfer take?

Transfers range from one to five hours depending on where you're going. Manuel Antonio is on the shorter end. San José airport and Arenal are on the longer end. Courtesy stops of up to 30 minutes are included and don't add to the travel time.

Can I choose my own pickup and drop-off times?

Yes. You pick the times and locations that work for your itinerary when you book. The operator confirms the details with you after you submit your reservation to make sure everything is set.

Are child seats included?

Child and infant seats are provided at no additional cost. Infants and small children can also travel in a pram or stroller if you prefer.

What's included in the price?

The all-inclusive rate covers the private vehicle, driver, taxes, tolls and fees. Courtesy stops are included. Passengers cover their own food, drinks, activities and admission fees at destinations.