Town in Guanacaste, Costa Rica
Getting around Tamarindo
How to get around Tamarindo
The town centre is walkable; a bike or golf cart helps for Langosta. For airports and other beaches, take a shuttle or taxi; there is no useful public transport.
Ways to get around Tamarindo
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Taxi | 3,000–8,000 CRC | Short rides in town; no meter, agree a fare first |
| Shuttle van | $20–60 | From Liberia (about 1–1.5 hours) or San José (about 5–6 hours) |
| Bike | About 3,000–6,000 CRC a day | Flat roads in the center and to Langosta |
Ride-hailing apps in Tamarindo
A 5 km ride costs about ₡4,000–7,000 ($8.8–15.3).
| App | Notes |
|---|---|
| Uber | Sometimes available; supply is limited and varies by season |
- Taxis wait in the centre; agree a fare before you get in. Apps are unreliable, so book airport transfers in advance.
Arriving in Tamarindo
Liberia Daniel Oduber (LIR)
Shuttle $20–35 per person, or private taxi $60–80; 1 to 1.25 hours by road. Uber often not available for airport pickups.
Driving and onward travel
- Scooters: ATVs and scooters are common to rent; a car licence suffices for small bikes. Roads are dusty and police check helmets.
- Driving: on the right. Foreign licences are valid for the length of your tourist stay; carry your original passport when driving.
- Onward travel in Costa Rica: Cheap public buses reach almost everywhere from San José but are slow. Shared shuttles, Sansa domestic flights and rental cars (4x4 in rainy season) are faster.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Tamarindo?
Yes. Apps that work here: Uber.
What's the best way to get around Tamarindo?
The town centre is walkable; a bike or golf cart helps for Langosta. For airports and other beaches, take a shuttle or taxi; there is no useful public transport.
How do I get from the airport to Tamarindo?
Shuttle $20–35 per person, or private taxi $60–80; 1 to 1.25 hours by road. Uber often not available for airport pickups.
Is Tamarindo walkable?
Walkable center.
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