Transfers in Nosara

Airport to villa, the easy way

A private transfer from Liberia and rides around Nosara. Choose the route, the time and how many are traveling; we confirm and the driver picks you up.

  • Up to 4 passengers
  • Card payment

The routes

Where are we taking you?

Prices in US dollars, per trip, not per person. Each route shows how long it takes, how many people fit and how far ahead to book.

Airport transfers · LIR → Nosara

Around Nosara · Guiones, Pelada and town

Included in your stay

Town & beach shuttle

Rides within Nosara (Guiones, Pelada, town)

To go back and forth between the beach and town without driving.

  • 30 min
  • Up to 4 passengers
  • Request it 1 h ahead
See the shuttle

Other routes: on request

Flying into San José, heading to another beach or need a different ride? Tell us where from, where to, the date and how many are traveling, and we'll send you a quote. Nothing is charged until you accept it.

Concierge available 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

How it works

Your transfer in four steps

  1. 1

    Choose the route

    Where from, where to, the date, the pick-up time and how many are traveling.

  2. 2

    Send us your request

    The booking step writes the message, with your flight number if you're coming from the airport, and doesn't charge anything yet.

  3. 3

    We confirm

    We get back to you to confirm availability and explain how to pay. If the route needs a quote, we send you the price first.

  4. 4

    We pick you up

    The driver picks you up at the time and place of your booking.

The journey

Getting to Nosara

Nosara sits on the Pacific coast of the Nicoya Peninsula, in Guanacaste. The road is part of the arrival: here is what to expect, from the plane to the sand.

Map: from Liberia Airport to NosaraPACIFIC OCEANGULF OF NICOYALiberiaTamarindoSanta CruzNicoyaOstionalSámaraLIRLiberia AirportNosaraSan José (SJO) →≈ 2.5 h by private car
Illustrative map, not to scale
Map of Nosara: Ostional, Playa Nosara, Playa Pelada, Playa Guiones and the townNosara RiverPACIFIC OCEANOstionalPlaya NosaraPlaya PeladaNosara Biological ReservePlaya GuionesTown and airstripGarzaLapa, Playa GuionesIncluded shuttle
Illustrative map, not to scale

Around Nosara

Playa Guiones, Playa Pelada, the town and the airstrip are close, but the roads are unpaved and dark at night. To go back and forth without driving, ask for the shuttle.

Town & beach shuttleIncludedRides within Nosara (Guiones, Pelada, town)

Rather drive yourself?See the vehicles

Questions about transfers

How much is a transfer?

Airport transfer Liberia (LIR) - Nosara: USD 150 per trip. Town & beach shuttle: included. The price is per trip, not per person.

How many people fit?

Up to 4 passengers: Airport transfer Liberia (LIR) - Nosara and Town & beach shuttle. For larger groups, get in touch and we'll arrange it.

How far ahead do I need to book?

At least 24 h ahead: Airport transfer Liberia (LIR) - Nosara. At least 1 h ahead: Town & beach shuttle.

Can I cancel?

Free cancellation up to 24 h before pick-up: Airport transfer Liberia (LIR) - Nosara. After that, get in touch and we'll see how we can help.

Does the shuttle around Nosara cost extra?

No, it's included in your stay. Rides within Nosara (Guiones, Pelada, town). Up to 4 passengers. Request it at least 1 h ahead.

Do you do other routes?

Yes, with a quote. Get in touch with where from, where to, the date and how many are traveling, and we'll send you a quote. Nothing is charged until you accept it.

What if my flight time changes?

Get in touch as soon as you know and we'll arrange the pick-up with you. That's why it helps to add your flight number to the booking.

How do I pay?

By card, on Tilopay's secure page: your card never goes through Lapa. If the route needs a quote, you pay once you accept it.

Got your flight?

Book your transfer

Pick the route and we'll let you know once it's confirmed. Another route or time? Get in touch and we'll arrange it.

The Liberia airport transfer page in the Lapa app