La Fortuna (Arenal) → Rincon de la Vieja (National Park)
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Direct, non-stop service from La Fortuna (Arenal) to Rincon de la Vieja (National Park), operated by a professional bilingual driver in a modern air-conditioned private vehicle.
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Travel notes: Rincón de la ViejaWhat to expect, the ride from La Fortuna, local tips and related routes
About Rincón de la Vieja
Rincón de la Vieja is Guanacaste's active volcano and national park, an hour north-east of Liberia, with boiling mud pots, fumaroles, waterfalls and dry-forest trails. The surrounding haciendas and lodges offer hot springs, horseback rides, zip lines, tubing and canyoning, making it the adventure day-trip or overnight from the beaches.
The ride from La Fortuna
Liberia Airport to the lodges takes 1 to 1.5 hours: paved to the Curubandé or Cañas Dulces turn-offs, then gravel for the final stretch to each hacienda. From Tamarindo or Flamingo allow 2 to 2.5 hours, from Papagayo about 1.5.
Good to know before you arrive
- The national park's Las Pailas sector is closed on Mondays; the Santa María sector is quieter.
- Start hikes early; the trails are exposed and hot by midday.
- Most lodges include mud baths and hot springs in a day pass if you are not staying overnight.
- Sturdy shoes are essential; the volcanic ground is rough.
Related private shuttles
- Return trip: Rincon de la Vieja (National Park) → La Fortuna (Arenal)from $275
- LIR - Liberia Int. Airport → Rincon de la Vieja (National Park)from $120
- SJO - Juan Santamaria Int. Airport → Rincon de la Vieja (National Park)from $345
- 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 Rincón de la ViejaDuration, price, meeting point, stops, child seats, delays and cancellations
- How long does the private shuttle from La Fortuna to Rincón de la Vieja take?
- About 3 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 Rincón de la Vieja cost?
- $275 for 1 to 5 passengers, $315 for 6 to 9 passengers and $400 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 Rincón de la Vieja?
- 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 Rincón de la Vieja?
- 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 Rincón de la Vieja 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.