Manuel Antonio / Quepos → Playa Avellanas (Guanacaste)
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Direct, non-stop service from Manuel Antonio / Quepos to Playa Avellanas (Guanacaste), 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: Playa AvellanasWhat to expect, the ride from Manuel Antonio, local tips and related routes
About Playa Avellanas
Playa Avellanas is a long, wild surf beach 20 minutes south of Tamarindo, known for Lola's beachfront restaurant, its white sand and mangrove backdrop, and consistent waves at every level from the estuary to the reef breaks. There is little development: a few boutique hotels, surf camps and villas hidden in the trees.
It suits surfers and couples who want Tamarindo's amenities within reach but silence at night.
The ride from Manuel Antonio
From Liberia Airport allow 1 hour 20 minutes: paved to Villarreal near Tamarindo, then a gravel road south through Hacienda Pinilla. The road is rough in green season; our vehicles handle it comfortably. Tamarindo is 20 to 25 minutes away.
Good to know before you arrive
- Lola's is the beach institution; arrive before noon for a table on the sand.
- There are no shops at the beach; buy supplies in Tamarindo or Villarreal.
- The surf here is best on mid to high tide in the morning.
- Playa Negra, further south, offers a famous reef break for experienced surfers.
Related private shuttles
- Return trip: Playa Avellanas (Guanacaste) → Manuel Antonio / Queposfrom $405
- LIR - Liberia Int. Airport → Playa Avellanas (Guanacaste)from $140
- SJO - Juan Santamaria Int. Airport → Playa Avellanas (Guanacaste)from $340
- Manuel Antonio / Quepos → LIR - Liberia Int. Airportfrom $370
- Manuel Antonio / Quepos → SJO - Juan Santamaria Int. Airportfrom $215
- Manuel Antonio / Quepos → La Fortuna (Arenal)from $325
- Manuel Antonio / Quepos → Monteverde (Cloud Forest)from $305
- Manuel Antonio / Quepos → Conchal (Guanacaste)from $405
- Manuel Antonio / Quepos → Flamingo (Guanacaste)from $405
Questions about Manuel Antonio to Playa AvellanasDuration, price, meeting point, stops, child seats, delays and cancellations
- How long does the private shuttle from Manuel Antonio to Playa Avellanas take?
- About 6 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 Manuel Antonio to Playa Avellanas cost?
- $405 for 1 to 5 passengers, $445 for 6 to 9 passengers and $530 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 Manuel Antonio?
- At the door of your hotel, villa or rental in Manuel Antonio, 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 Manuel Antonio to Playa Avellanas?
- 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 Playa Avellanas?
- 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 Manuel Antonio to Playa Avellanas 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.