Shuttle from $30, private transfers from $80 and VIP rides from $150 between the airports and Tamarindo, plus guided tours across Guanacaste. Book direct with a local team that works 24/7.
Landing at Liberia (LIR) or San José (SJO)? Pick the shared shuttle, a private transfer or a VIP ride. Every option is booked direct with local drivers who know these roads.
Shuttle Services
The budget-friendly way to travel between the airport and Tamarindo. Modern air-conditioned minibus on fixed schedules.
Private Services
Your own vehicle and driver from Liberia or San José airport to your hotel or villa, with flexible pick-up.
VIP Services
The best arrival experience in a high-end vehicle, with water, snacks and VIP treatment the whole way.
From sunset catamaran sails and turtle nesting walks to the Río Celeste waterfall and a volcano adventure day pass, add an experience to your trip.
6–8 hours of activities
Giant water slide, ziplines, horseback, hot springs and a typical lunch at the foot of Rincón de la Vieja.
3.5–4 km hike
Hike Tenorio Volcano National Park to Costa Rica’s famous turquoise waterfall.
2–3 km round trip
Swim, float and hike to a hidden turquoise waterfall near Rincón de la Vieja.
About 2 hours by boat
Cruise the Tempisque River for birds, crocodiles and monkeys.
Guided ATV ride
Off-road ATV adventure along the Guanacaste Gold Coast near Playa Conchal.
1.5–2 hours
Mangrove wildlife safari inside Las Baulas National Marine Park.
Sunset & day sails
Sail the Pacific coast with sunset views, snorkeling and ocean wildlife.
Evening / night walk
Watch sea turtles nest at night with an authorized guide.
We connect Liberia Airport with Tamarindo, Flamingo, Brasilito, Potrero, Reserva Conchal, Hacienda Pinilla, Las Catalinas, Playa del Coco, Papagayo, Samara and Nosara, and we can quote other destinations across Costa Rica.
Tamarindo Travel was started by Cindy Porras and Dennis Apu, two tourism professionals with more than ten years of experience in Costa Rica: Cindy in customer service and administration, Dennis as a microbus driver who knows every road in Guanacaste.
Every traveler gets personalized attention from the first message to the end of the trip, with honest local advice and comfortable, reliable transportation.
A shuttle is a shared minibus on fixed schedules at a low price per person. A private transfer gives your group its own vehicle and flexible pick-up time. A VIP transfer is a high-end vehicle with water, snacks and a VIP meet and greet, for up to 3 passengers.
Our shared shuttle starts at $30 per person. A minimum of 3 passengers is required; groups of fewer than 3 pay a $90 total.
A private transfer from LIR to Tamarindo is $110 one way for up to 4 passengers, and $15 for each additional passenger. Private transfers to other Guanacaste beaches and resorts start at $80.
Plan on roughly 1 to 1.5 hours depending on traffic and your drop-off point.
Yes. We run shuttles and private transfers between San José Airport (SJO) and Tamarindo. A private SJO ↔ Tamarindo transfer is $320 for up to 4 passengers. The drive takes several hours, so book ahead.
Yes. Private and VIP transfers include real-time flight tracking so your driver is there when you land.
Yes. Tamarindo Travel operates 24/7. Reach us on WhatsApp at +506 8387-1881 or at info@tamarindotravel.com.
Use our online booking form to choose your service, date and passengers. Your request opens in WhatsApp (or email) and our team confirms availability and final details.
Send us your dates and group size. We confirm availability and final details, and we operate 24/7.
