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Private Shuttle to Río Celeste (Tenorio Volcano)
Door-to-door private shuttles to Río Celeste and Tenorio Volcano National Park from Liberia and SJO airports and from 6 other towns. One flat price for the whole vehicle, from $185, taxes included.
- From Liberia $190
- From SJO $240
- Per vehicle, not per person
- Free cancellation up to 48 h before
Prices
Prices to Río Celeste from every starting point
8 starting points, one flat price per vehicle in US dollars, taxes and tolls included. Tap a route for the full details, or tap Book to open it in our booking form.
Airports
| From | Staria (1–5) | Hiace (6–9) | Maxus (10–12) | Driving time | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberia Airport (LIR) | $190 | $245 | $330 | 2 h 15 min | Book |
| SJO Airport (San José) | $240 | $295 | $380 | 3 h 30 min | Book |
Arenal and La Fortuna
| From | Staria (1–5) | Hiace (6–9) | Maxus (10–12) | Driving time | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Fortuna | $185 | $240 | $325 | 1 h 30 min | Book |
Monteverde
| From | Staria (1–5) | Hiace (6–9) | Maxus (10–12) | Driving time | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monteverde | $235 | $290 | $375 | 3 h | Book |
Guanacaste: Gulf of Papagayo and the north
| From | Staria (1–5) | Hiace (6–9) | Maxus (10–12) | Driving time | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Papagayo | $245 | $300 | $385 | 2 h 30 min | Book |
Guanacaste: from Las Catalinas to Avellanas
| From | Staria (1–5) | Hiace (6–9) | Maxus (10–12) | Driving time | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tamarindo | $275 | $320 | $405 | 3 h 15 min | Book |
Central Pacific
| From | Staria (1–5) | Hiace (6–9) | Maxus (10–12) | Driving time | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jacó | $320 | $365 | $450 | 4 h 15 min | Book |
| Manuel Antonio | $360 | $405 | $490 | 5 h 30 min | Book |
- Staria: up to 5 passengers and 5 large bags; Hiace: 6–9 and 9 bags; Maxus: 10–12 and 12 bags.
- Same price in both directions. VIP with sightseeing stops: +$80 per vehicle.
Reviews
What travelers say
Rated 5.0 on Google (111 reviews) and 5.0 on Tripadvisor (36 reviews).
“The van was on time, assisted us with our luggage… His English is extremely good… you will be taken care of to the highest regard.”
Getting there
SJO or Liberia: which airport for Río Celeste?
From Liberia (LIR, Guanacaste): about 2 h 15 min and $190 per vehicle. The route runs south-east from Guanacaste to the Tenorio Volcano area; the last part runs on rural roads.
From SJO (Juan Santamaría, San José): about 3 h 30 min and $240 per vehicle. The route heads north-west from the Central Valley towards the northern volcanoes; the last part runs on rural roads.
The difference on the road is 1 h 15 min and $50. Many travelers land at one airport and fly home from the other; we cover both legs.
The destination
About Río Celeste (Tenorio Volcano)
Tenorio Volcano National Park protects one of the most photographed rivers in Costa Rica. At Los Teñideros, two clear streams join and the water turns a milky sky blue; upstream and downstream the trail passes the Río Celeste waterfall, blue pools and warm springs.
Lodging is in small farming villages near the park, in cabins and lodges surrounded by forest. If you can, spend the night and start the trail when the park opens, when it is quieter. Remember that swimming in the river is not allowed inside the park.
Things to do
What to do in Río Celeste
The Río Celeste trail
A forest trail to the blue waterfall, the lookout and Los Teñideros, where the color appears; allow several hours with stops.
Hot springs by the river
Some lodges around the park have their own thermal pools, welcome after the muddy trail.
Tubing and farm visits
Outside the park, local operators run river tubing and visits to small farms.
Hotels
Hotels we drive to in Río Celeste
We drive to every hotel, lodge and private rental in and around Río Celeste. Send us the exact name or a location pin when you book and the driver takes you to the door.
FAQ
Private shuttle to Río Celeste: frequent questions
How much is a private shuttle to Río Celeste?
From Liberia airport it is $190 for up to 5 passengers, $245 for 6 to 9 and $330 for 10 to 12. From SJO airport it is $240 for up to 5 passengers, $295 for 6 to 9 and $380 for 10 to 12. The price is for the whole vehicle, not per person, and includes taxes and tolls. From other towns, see the table above.
How long is the drive from Liberia airport to Río Celeste?
About 2 h 15 min without stops. The route runs south-east from Guanacaste to the Tenorio Volcano area; the last part runs on rural roads. Rain, traffic and stops add time.
Can we stop at Río Celeste on the way between Arenal and Guanacaste?
Yes. Book Tropical Experts VIP (+$80 per vehicle, 1 to 2 hours of stops) and add extra hours at $35 each, since the trail usually takes several hours. Park tickets are paid at the entrance and are not part of the transfer.
Can you drop us at the national park entrance?
Yes. Give us the address you prefer, the park area or your lodge. Park entrance fees are paid separately and are not part of the transfer.
Is the road to Río Celeste unpaved?
The main roads are paved. The last access roads are rural and may have gravel sections, depending on maintenance. All our vehicles drive gravel roads.
Is the price per person or per vehicle?
Per vehicle. Two or five passengers pay the same in the Hyundai Staria, so the more of you travel, the less each person pays.
Book your private shuttle to Río Celeste
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