Private and Shared Transportation
Good to Know
Navigate Costa Rica with ease using our comprehensive transportation services. Vacations include airport transfers, transport to accommodations, and all organized tours. Choose between luxurious private transfers offering flexible schedules and personalized stops, or cost-effective shared shuttles with predetermined routes. Additional options include scenic boat transfers and domestic flights with trusted operators like Nature Air, ensuring a seamless journey across the country.
Vacations that include provided transportation include airport pick up and drop off, transportation to and from the accommodations listed in your itinerary and transportation to and from all organized tours/activities which are included in your itinerary unless otherwise stated. It is your responsibility for any transfers other than these. Keep in mind, most visitors to Costa Rica rely on provided transportation, so there is a professional network of taxis readily available in all major tourist destinations.
Private transportation:
Private transportation is provided by a uniformed driver in an 8 passengers, air conditioned, new model tour van and will be under private conditions, meaning that it will only be you and your companions on the van. This also means that you will have the luxury of choosing desired transfer times, or stopping for any restaurants, souvenir stands or photos ops along the designated route.
Shared shuttle transportation:
Shuttle transportation is provided by a uniformed driver in a 8 - 20 passengers, air conditioned, new model tour van and typically there are 6 or 7 passengers on the 8 passengers van or 12-16 on the 20 passengers buseta. These transfers are provided by third party companies with predetermined set schedules. In summary; shared transfers offer a good way to save money, but are more time consuming, less convenient, and generally not as comfortable as private transfers.
Boats:
When boats are used in transportation, there is usually a 50 pound per person luggage weight limit. Most boats are covered and all have appropriate seating and safety equipment. Transfers that include boats are always shared unless otherwise specified.
Domestic Flights:
We only utilize the best operators, which is why we work closely with Nature Air. Flights are provided on one of three types of airplanes; dehavilland DHC 6 twin otter series 300, beechcraft king air - E 90, or cessna 208B grand caravan.
Various plans are available for luggage, so please check with us for the right plan.
*If a transfer listed on your itinerary does not clearly specify whether it is a "shared", "shuttle", or "private" transfer, it should be considered a shared transfer.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of transportation are included in a Costa Rica vacation package?
Vacation packages typically include airport pick-up and drop-off, transportation to and from your itinerary's accommodations, and transfers to all organized tours and activities, unless otherwise specified.
What is the difference between private and shared shuttle transportation in Costa Rica?
Private transportation offers an exclusive 8-passenger, air-conditioned van with a uniformed driver, allowing for flexible transfer times and stops. Shared shuttle transportation uses 8-20 passenger vans/busetas with set schedules, provided by third parties, offering a more economical but less flexible option.
Are there luggage restrictions for boat transfers in Costa Rica?
Yes, boat transfers typically have a 50-pound per person luggage weight limit. Most boats are covered and equipped with appropriate seating and safety gear.
Which airline is used for domestic flights in Costa Rica?
We partner with Nature Air for domestic flights, utilizing dehavilland DHC 6 twin otter series 300, beechcraft king air - E 90, or cessna 208B grand caravan aircraft. Specific luggage plans should be confirmed.