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Private Shuttle to Tamarindo
Door-to-door private shuttles to Tamarindo from Liberia and SJO airports and from 23 other towns and beaches. From Liberia airport it is a short drive, and our flat price for the whole vehicle starts at $135, taxes and tolls included.
- From Liberia $135
- From SJO $345
- Per vehicle, not per person
- Free cancellation up to 48 h before
Prices
Prices to Tamarindo from every starting point
25 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) | $135 | $190 | $275 | 1 h 15 min | Book |
| SJO Airport (San José) | $345 | $390 | $475 | 4 h 45 min | Book |
Arenal and La Fortuna
| From | Staria (1–5) | Hiace (6–9) | Maxus (10–12) | Driving time | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Fortuna | $315 | $360 | $445 | 4 h | Book |
Central Valley and the mountains
| From | Staria (1–5) | Hiace (6–9) | Maxus (10–12) | Driving time | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alajuela | $345 | $390 | $475 | 4 h 45 min | Book |
| San José centro | $365 | $410 | $495 | 5 h | Book |
Northern lowlands
| From | Staria (1–5) | Hiace (6–9) | Maxus (10–12) | Driving time | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Río Celeste | $275 | $320 | $405 | 3 h 15 min | Book |
Monteverde
| From | Staria (1–5) | Hiace (6–9) | Maxus (10–12) | Driving time | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monteverde | $270 | $315 | $400 | 3 h | Book |
Guanacaste: Gulf of Papagayo and the north
| From | Staria (1–5) | Hiace (6–9) | Maxus (10–12) | Driving time | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Río Perdido | $220 | $275 | $360 | 1 h 45 min | Book |
| Rincón de la Vieja | $225 | $280 | $365 | 2 h | Book |
| La Cruz · Costa Elena | $240 | $295 | $380 | 2 h | Book |
| Peñas Blancas | $240 | $295 | $380 | 2 h 15 min | Book |
Nicoya Peninsula
| From | Staria (1–5) | Hiace (6–9) | Maxus (10–12) | Driving time | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sámara | $220 | $275 | $360 | 2 h | Book |
| Nosara | $235 | $290 | $375 | 2 h | Book |
| Punta Islita | $305 | $350 | $435 | 2 h 30 min | Book |
| Malpaís | $365 | $410 | $495 | 4 h 15 min | Book |
| Montezuma | $365 | $410 | $495 | 4 h 30 min | Book |
| Santa Teresa | $365 | $410 | $495 | 4 h 15 min | Book |
Central Pacific
| From | Staria (1–5) | Hiace (6–9) | Maxus (10–12) | Driving time | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Punta Leona | $315 | $360 | $445 | 4 h 30 min | Book |
| Herradura · Los Sueños | $325 | $370 | $455 | 4 h 30 min | Book |
| Jacó | $325 | $370 | $455 | 4 h 30 min | Book |
| Esterillos | $410 | $455 | $540 | 4 h 45 min | Book |
| Manuel Antonio | $410 | $455 | $540 | 6 h | Book |
South Pacific and Osa
| From | Staria (1–5) | Hiace (6–9) | Maxus (10–12) | Driving time | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dominical | $455 | $500 | $585 | 6 h 45 min | Book |
| Ojochal | $455 | $500 | $585 | 7 h 15 min | Book |
| Uvita | $470 | $515 | $600 | 7 h | 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 Tamarindo?
From Liberia (LIR, Guanacaste): about 1 h 15 min and $135 per vehicle. The route follows Route 21 south-west through ranch country and then local roads around Huacas to the coast.
From SJO (Juan Santamaría, San José): about 4 h 45 min and $345 per vehicle. The route follows Route 1 (the Inter-American Highway) north-west towards Guanacaste and then local roads to the coast.
The difference on the road is 3 h 30 min and $210. Many travelers land at one airport and fly home from the other; we cover both legs.
The destination
About Tamarindo
Tamarindo is the liveliest beach town in Guanacaste: a wide bay with waves for beginners and experienced surfers, a main street full of restaurants and bars, and a crowd on the sand every evening for the sunset.
The Tamarindo estuary at the north end of the beach separates the town from Playa Grande and the Las Baulas National Marine Park. Hotels range from hostels to resorts, and the town is a good base for day trips to the quieter beaches around it.
Things to do
What to do in Tamarindo
Surf for every level
Surf schools line the beach; the waves suit beginners at some tides and experts at others.
Estuary boat tour
Mangroves, birds and crocodiles in the Tamarindo estuary.
Nightlife and food
The liveliest restaurant and bar scene on the Guanacaste coast.
Hotels
Hotels we drive to in Tamarindo
We drive to every hotel, lodge and private rental in and around Tamarindo. Send us the exact name or a location pin when you book and the driver takes you to the door.
Your next stop
Private shuttles from Tamarindo
FAQ
Private shuttle to Tamarindo: frequent questions
How much is a private shuttle to Tamarindo?
From Liberia airport it is $135 for up to 5 passengers, $190 for 6 to 9 and $275 for 10 to 12. From SJO airport it is $345 for up to 5 passengers, $390 for 6 to 9 and $475 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 Tamarindo?
About 1 h 15 min without stops. The route follows Route 21 south-west through ranch country and then local roads around Huacas to the coast. Rain, traffic and stops add time.
Which airport is better for Tamarindo?
Liberia (LIR). The drive is about 1 h 15 min instead of about 4 h 45 min from San José, and the price is lower.
Can you pick us up at a condo in Langosta or a house in the hills?
Yes. Tell us the exact address or send the location pin. Langosta, at the south end of Tamarindo, and the nearby hills are part of the Tamarindo area.
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 Tamarindo
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