Private Tour

Private Transport San Jose to Arenal - Premium Service VIP

Overview

4 hours

Mobile ticket

Experience the joy of traveling comfortably with private shuttle from San Jose to Arenal, with professional and bilingual driver who do more than just drive — they’ll share fascinating insights into Costa Rican culture along the way. As nature allows, you’ll witness breathtaking landscapes and encounter local wildlife during your journey.

Our drivers are highly experienced, fluent in both Spanish and English, and dedicated to providing a safe, relaxed, and informative experience. You’ll travel in modern, well-maintained vehicles designed for maximum comfort.

Flexible & Personalized Service: Enjoy the freedom to choose your departure time, add extra stops, adjust your route, or make spontaneous changes to your plan. We tailor the experience to fit your schedule and preferences.

By booking with Tico Paradise private shuttles, you skip the stress of navigating unfamiliar public transportation systems. Reach your destination easily and without hassle — all while enjoying the journey.

Additional Info

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Specialized infant seats are available

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Service animals allowed

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Wheelchair accessible

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Our team from operations department will contact you the day before to confirm the details of your booking. The private transfer from San Jose to Arenal takes approximately 4 hours. We will stop halfway to use the restroom or have lunch if you wish. Our driver will be attentive to the road to point out any animals encountered along the way. A few minutes before arriving, our driver asked if you would like to stop to shop at the supermarket or go to an ATM. Finally, our driver will say goodbye to you five minutes before arrival, so you can prepare your belongings and fully enjoy your next destination.

What‘s Included

WiFi on board

Air-conditioned vehicle

Fuel surcharge

Alcoholic Beverages

Bottled water

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Options

First-class service

Luxury amenities: Sparkling wine, Premium Beers, Pellegrino Sparkling Water, Refreshing Towels, Wifi
Pickup included

Basic: 1 to 5 passengers

Hyundai Staria 2025 : Special for travelers with few luggages
Pickup included

Reviews

5.00

4 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Memorable Day
Helen C,,Feb 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
We had a five star plus experience with our driver, Byron. He greeted us at our hotel in San Jose with homemade snacks and a variety of beverages for our trip. We drove in a very comfortable van to La Fortuna. Byron shared his extensive knowledge of Costa Rica along the drive. Our great conversation made the long drive fly by. He made a stop for the most delicious fresh strawberry dessert. I mentioned I was looking for cajetas and he did his best to seek those out along the way. What we thought would be just be a mundane car ride to La Fortuna turned out to be a most memorable day!
Amazing transportation from San Jose to La Fortuna
Shrinand D,,Feb 25, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
Our driver Enrique was a wonderful host and told us many details about the history of the area from Sam Jose to La Fortuna. We will not hesitate to recommend both The Viator and Tico Paradise Travels.
Good trip
Ekaterina I,,Apr 21, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00
Great service, on time, professional, polite, AC mini bus for 8 people total. Arrives smoothly and on time.
thanks
dondidodelahaya,,Nov 21, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
everything was ok and a very nice driver. Would certainly use this service again. Good luck and pura vida