Your driver meets you at arrivals with a sign bearing your name — English-speaking, licensed, and part of Anywhere Costa Rica, a 5-star local agency with 2,600+ verified reviews. No shared shuttle, no waiting on other passengers.
Video Private Drivers & Airport Meet & Greet in Costa Rica
How your private driver works
- Book your transfer, or plan your whole trip and we handle it.
- Flight tracking. Your driver watches your flight and adjusts pickup automatically.
- Airport meet & greet. Your driver waits in the arrivals hall at SJO or Liberia (LIR) with a sign bearing your name, and helps with your luggage.
- The drive, your way. One hour of free wait time is included for stops — a coffee plantation, a waterfall, a roadside soda, a photo stop.
Why a private driver instead of renting a car
Many visitors to Costa Rica underestimate driving distances, driving conditions, and the amount of patience and perseverance required to navigate between destinations. San José to Arenal, Manuel Antonio or Monteverde takes 3 to 4.5 hours on two-lane mountain roads, at an average of about 30 mph (50 km/h). We advise against driving after dark, and June-November rain brings potholes and landslides. Renting a car is usually not recommended for first-time visitors to Costa Rica — the hassle and potential for confusion is usually not worth the effort.
Vehicles
A private van or SUV, air-conditioned and driven by a reliable, punctual, English-speaking Costa Rican professional. Larger groups ride in a premium van or Sprinter.
Plan everything with one team
A transfer is one piece of the trip. Anywhere Costa Rica's Standard, Premium and Exclusive tiers plan private drivers, hotels and tours together, with a local insider on WhatsApp 24/7 from the moment you land.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a private driver cost in Costa Rica? It depends on the route, vehicle and party size. Message your Anywhere Costa Rica insider for a quote to your exact itinerary.
Is it safe to drive in Costa Rica, or should I hire a driver? Most first-time visitors are better off with a private driver — see "Why a private driver instead of renting a car" above.
Do your drivers speak English? Yes, all Anywhere Costa Rica drivers are English-speaking, licensed tourism-transport professionals.
Where will my driver meet me at the airport? In the arrivals hall at SJO or Liberia (LIR), holding a sign with your name.
Can we stop along the way for lunch, photos or a sloth? Yes — one hour of free wait time is included; longer stops can be arranged for an additional fee, priced when you book.
What's the difference between a private driver and a shared shuttle? A private transfer carries only your party, door to door, at the time you choose. A shared shuttle runs on a fixed timetable and may not reach every lodge or match every flight time.
