Private Shuttle · 5,5 H
La Fortuna (Arenal) → Dominical (Beach Town)
Starting from
$395USD
per vehicle (1–5 pax) · all taxes includedPrivate vehicle
Fixed price
Free cancellation
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Travel time
5,5 H
Private service
Just your group — up to 12 pax
What's included
WiFi, water, child seats
Direct, non-stop service from La Fortuna (Arenal) to Dominical (Beach Town), operated by a professional bilingual driver in a modern air-conditioned private vehicle.
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Pick the vehicle for your group, the date and time, and tell us where to meet you.
Travel notes: DominicalWhat to expect, the ride from La Fortuna, local tips and related routes
South Pacific (Costa Ballena)SurfingWaterfallsSmall-town vibe
About Dominical
Dominical is a one-street surf town where the coastal highway meets the Barú river, with strong waves, a beach lined with vendors and sunset bars, and lush hills behind it leading to Nauyaca Waterfalls and the mountain village of San Isidro. It is smaller and more rustic than Manuel Antonio, 45 minutes north.
The ride from La Fortuna
From SJO airport the drive is about 3.5 hours through Jacó and Quepos, all paved. From Manuel Antonio allow 45 minutes to an hour. From Liberia Airport or Guanacaste plan for 5.5 to 6 hours.
Good to know before you arrive
- Rip currents are strong here; swim only where lifeguards are posted or at nearby Dominicalito.
- Nauyaca Waterfalls can be reached on foot, by truck or on horseback from the highway.
- Friday afternoons the town market sells produce and crafts.
- Playa Ventanas, south toward Uvita, has sea caves to explore at low tide.
Related private shuttles
- Return trip: Dominical (Beach Town) → La Fortuna (Arenal)from $395
- LIR - Liberia Int. Airport → Dominical (Beach Town)from $370
- SJO - Juan Santamaria Int. Airport → Dominical (Beach Town)from $300
- La Fortuna (Arenal) → LIR - Liberia Int. Airportfrom $220
- La Fortuna (Arenal) → SJO - Juan Santamaria Int. Airportfrom $215
- La Fortuna (Arenal) → Manuel Antonio / Queposfrom $325
- La Fortuna (Arenal) → Monteverde (Cloud Forest)from $250
- La Fortuna (Arenal) → Conchal (Guanacaste)from $310
- La Fortuna (Arenal) → Flamingo (Guanacaste)from $310
Questions about La Fortuna to DominicalDuration, price, meeting point, stops, child seats, delays and cancellations
- How long does the private shuttle from La Fortuna to Dominical take?
- About 5 hours 30 minutes door to door. That is a realistic figure for Costa Rican roads, not the fastest time a map app shows. The service is direct, with no other passengers, so there are no detours to drop anyone else off.
- How much does a private shuttle from La Fortuna to Dominical cost?
- $395 for 1 to 5 passengers, $435 for 6 to 9 passengers and $520 for 10 to 12 passengers, per vehicle. The price is per vehicle, not per person, and includes the driver, fuel, tolls and 13% VAT. There is nothing to pay at pickup.
- Where does the driver pick me up in La Fortuna?
- At the door of your hotel, villa or rental in La Fortuna, at the time you choose. Give us the property name or a map pin when you book and the driver comes to the entrance.
- Can we stop along the way from La Fortuna to Dominical?
- Yes. Short stops for food, a supermarket, an ATM or photos are part of the service. Longer detours, such as a waterfall or a second town, are quoted in advance so there are no surprises.
- Do you have child seats for the trip to Dominical?
- Yes, and they are free. Costa Rican law requires a car seat or booster for children under 12 or shorter than 1.45 m (4 ft 9 in), so tell us the ages when you book and the right seats are installed before pickup.
- Can I travel from La Fortuna to Dominical at night or very early?
- Yes. We run 24 hours a day, every day of the year, with no night surcharge. Early departures for morning flights and late arrivals are routine.
- What is the cancellation policy for this shuttle?
- Cancel more than 48 hours before pickup for a full refund minus the 13% tax. Within 48 hours the trip is non-refundable. Changes to date, time or address are free up to 48 hours before, subject to availability.