Book a shared shuttle or private car from Tamarindo to La Fortuna

  • Door to door in 3 h 52 min
  • From ... per seat
  • Comfortable car
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Daytrip offers a perfect solution for every budget and travel style - a shared shuttle departing five times a day with a small group of up to 10 passengers, or a private car where you're in charge of the itinerary and schedule. Both options will get you from Tamarindo to La Fortuna, door-to-door, in about 3 hours 52 minutes in unmatched safety and comfort.

Trip Information

Meet-and-Greet at your accommodation in Tamarindo
Comfortable, air-conditioned car or van with a professional, English speaking driver and complimentary bottled water
Drop-off at your accomodation in La Fortuna
World-class, English-speaking customer service team at your disposal
  • 3 h 52 min
  • 209 km
  • door-to-door

Optional sightseeing itinerary

Private service only

Stops available with a private car

Monkey Park

Monkey Park

This non-profit shares the plight of endangered species with visitors while rehabilitating sick and injured animals. Primates with Purpose 

Ponderosa Adventure Park

Ponderosa Adventure Park

Unlike anywhere else in Costa Rica, you can enjoy indigenous wildlife and an exotic African safari at this nature reserve. A Taste of Africa 

Llanos de Cortez Waterfall

Llanos de Cortez Waterfall

At one of Costa Rica’s most beautiful waterfalls offers, you can go behind the curtain. The White Curtain 

Centro de Rescate Las Pumas

Centro de Rescate Las Pumas

This rescue center rehabilitates wild cats and many other animals in large, natural enclosures. Pouncing for Protection 

Arenal Volcano National Park

Arenal Volcano National Park

This still active volcano offers a taste of Costa Rica's diversity - from lush rainforest to lunar landscapes. The Cone 

La Fortuna Waterfall

La Fortuna Waterfall

One of Costa Rica’s most iconic waterfalls paints a postcard-perfect picture of jungle beauty. A Jungle Gem 

Why people love Daytrip

Feb 10, 2025

Great way to travel and see some sights on the way

We did not know what to expect with this trip and booked from Australia. We were initially looking for an easy way to travel from Granada to Malaga. We decided not to waste the opportunity to see something additional on our way. Miguel certainly exceeded our expectations. His English was excellent (unfortunately we speak very little Spanish), and he was very friendly and helpful. We thoroughly enjoyed hearing about the regions as we passed through and also discussing some of the local ways. Miguel took us to Antequera as planned and ensured we were able to easily get our tickets to the attractions without any sense of rushing us. We were picked up and dropped off punctually and really enjoyed our trip. Hopefully we will return to Spain and we can use this service again sometime.

Reviewed by Tripadvisor traveler Michelle R
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Michelle R

Feb 10, 2025
Nov 3, 2022

Traveling Solo Through Costa Rica

I'm traveling in Costa Rica and was looking for transportation from Tamarindo to La Fortuna. I found mydaytrip.com and saw all of the positive reviews so I decided to take a chance. I'm so glad I did. My driver Danny was great. He showed me different sites along the way and even stopped so I could take pictures. As a solo traveler, he made sure I was comfortable and ensured I didn't need anything. Booking through mydaytrip.com actually cost less than trying to book with group transportation. I highly recommend Danny and mydaytrip.com for all of your travel needs in Costa Rica.

Reviewed by Tripadvisor traveler Finallytraveling72
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Finallytraveling72

Nov 3, 2022

Good to know

Traveling with children

If you're traveling with children, please let us know in the booking so we can get the appropriate child seats or boosters ready.

Pets and service animals

While pets are not allowed on the shared shuttle service, they can generally be accommodated on our private service from Tamarindo to La Fortuna. For inquiries about service dogs, please contact us before booking.

Tips

Gratuity isn’t included or required, but if you really enjoyed your trip, you can show your driver your appreciation with an optional tip (10% is sufficient).

Tickets & cancellations

Private trips can be changed or canceled up to 24 hours before departure.

For shared shuttles, we offer a range of ticket types to suit every traveler's needs (and budget).

Super-flexible: You're covered in case of train/plane delays or any other unexpected changes; reschedule (subject to availability) or get a full refund up to 15 minutes before departure!

Flexible: Change or cancel up to 24-hours before departure, but you won't receive a refund if you miss your pick-up.

Non-refundable: No changes or cancellations, and you won't receive a refund if you miss your departure.

Luggage

  • Big luggage
  • 29x21x11 inches
  • 74x53x28 cm
  • Small luggage
  • 22x14x9 inches
  • 56x36x23 cm

Each passenger is allowed to have one checked bag and one carry on. If you're traveling with more bags or oversized luggage, take a private car.

Booking and payment

Ride availability is shown in real-time and bookings are confirmed instantly. Pay securely online with your major credit card.

You can also purchase tickets directly from the driver in cash if seats are available.

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