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Ride Costa Rica it’s a Company built on high customer service standards offering not only private but shared transportation to the most important touristic destinations nationwide in Costa Rica. Founded in 2009 based upon our CEO’s vision who saw the opportunity to make the transportation not a service but an experience, always based on excellent and truly relationships with our customers, always exceeding their expectations. Thanks to the trust of our customers in our excellent service, is why we expanded routes and logistics ways to operate, becoming one of the greatest transportation companies, awarded in 2016 with the prestigious “Luxury Travel Guide Global Award” and “Certificate of Excellence” in 2017 and 2018 by Trip Advisor.
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  • Jaime N
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Excellent private transportation from SJO to La Fortuna
    Used Ride CR for a private transfer from SJO to Arenal. The vehicle was clean and comfortable with AC and Wi-Fi and our driver Charlie was very friendly and went out of his way to ensure we were well taken care of. He was also very knowledgeable and provided us first time visitors some excellent information. Would highly recommend.
    Visited October 2023
    Traveled with family
    Written October 22, 2023
  • outdor_adventurer
    Vancouver, Canada51 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Smooth shuttle experience
    We had a great experience with Ride CR and our driver, Carlos. We booked a shared shuttle from Monteverde to Tamarindo. Carlos arrived on time for our pick-up, was friendly, and professional. The minibus was clean and obviously well taken care of. Wifi and outlets were available. After dropping off two other travelers in Liberia and after a snack & bathroom break we continued on to Tamarindo (just the two of us plus Carlos) so essentially a private transfer for half of the drive. We made it to our destination much quicker than anticipated.
    Visited November 2023
    Traveled as a couple
    Written October 31, 2023
  • 613lorenamh
    Folsom, California8 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Gracias Hugo !
    Excellent private transfer transportation from The Lost Iguana resort to The Secrets Papagayo. Hugo pointed out key spots along the way and shared helpful information about Costa Rica. Pura Vida !
    Visited December 2023
    Traveled with family
    Written December 3, 2023
  • Tobias C
    2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great service and fresh car
    Perfect, everything you could expect, Carlos Corrales made our trip as enjoyable as it can be after a long flight, great vehicle and very comfortable. Can strongly recommend if you want conviene and /or are in a bit of a hurry. For us landing and getting outside the airport around 4:30pm still could make the trip and have more time at the La Fortuna where we went
    Visited December 2023
    Traveled as a couple
    Written December 27, 2023
  • Sean J
    Southern Pines, North Carolina14 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Would definitely use them again!
    First off - if you use any shuttle service for a long ride through the curvy roads of Costa Rica you may want to take some Bromine or Dramamine for motion sickness. We didn’t have a problem but definitely felt it a bit during our first ride. No fault of the driver, just the roads. We used RideCR three times during our recent trip to Costa Rica (Liberia Airport to La Fortuna, La Fortuna to Tamarindo and Tamarindo back to Liberia Airport). Each pickup was on time or a couple of minutes early, the drivers were personable and spoke a functional level of English. On the longer trips (3hr+) they offered to stop at a shopping area/restaurant/bathroom at about the halfway point. For the shared shuttle this added about 20-min to our trip but we weren’t in any hurry so no complaints here. I don’t know if they would do that for those going to the airport. Air conditioning worked on both private shuttles and the shared shuttle. The first private shuttle was a white shuttle van, the second was a Toyota SUV of some type. The shared shuttle looked a bit like a smaller bus. I contacted the RudeCR main number via WhatsApp the day before each trip to make sure everything was good to go, the usually responded within about 15 minutes. Overall it was a great experience and I’d use them again.
    Visited December 2023
    Traveled as a couple
    Written December 29, 2023
  • drdonw
    16 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great driver, very comfortable van
    Johnny was our driver from the Parador Hotel to San Jose airport. He is an excellent driver, and we felt very safe, even when he was passing cars on narrow rodes. When we got within four miles of the airport, traffic was completely backed up due to people going to the festival celebration. Johnny turned onto a side street and got us to the airport by a different route just when we wanted to arrive there. The van was very comfortable for the six of us. As we requested, along the way, he stopped at the crococile bridge so we could see the crocodiles there. I highly recommend RideCR.
    Visited December 2023
    Traveled with family
    Written December 29, 2023
  • Chris N
    County Wicklow, Ireland4 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    More than a transfer.
    We had a transfer from San Jose to Manuel Antonio. The service was excellent. The driver/ guide was very knowledgeable in Costa Rica culture & wildlife. He was very proud of his heritage. He was great company and very funny. I highly recommend this company.
    Visited January 2024
    Traveled as a couple
    Written January 9, 2024
  • Two Travelers
    Idaho26 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Comfortable ride from the airport
    Easy to find out ride at the airport. Fantastic driver with great English, Hugo Lopez was the best! He had lots of information to share with us first time visitors to CR and stopped to show us a bit of wildlife even at night! Highly recommend!!!
    Visited January 2024
    Traveled as a couple
    Written January 10, 2024
  • Malari B
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    La Fortuna to SJO
    Our driver Carlos picked us up right on time! He allowed us to stop and take photos at the waterfall along the way and also a pit stop for the bathroom and some snacks. The ride was quick and everything was clean and enjoyable.
    Visited January 2024
    Traveled with family
    Written January 12, 2024
  • Emily H
    3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great private transfer from La Fortuna to Tamarindo
    We used RideCR for a private transfer from La Fortuna to Tamarindo. Charlie was our driver, and he was fantastic! He was incredibly knowledgeable and personable, and was always willing to make a quick stop for site seeing, shopping, etc. We felt very safe while traveling with Charlie!
    Visited January 2024
    Traveled with family
    Written January 16, 2024
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Mary R
Pittsburgh, PA107 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2020
We had three transfers with RideCR, all of them arranged by Pacific Trade Winds. The first two were private transfers for 6, the last was a shared transfer for two, but the bus was full. If my rating was based on the first transfer it would have been a 5+. The driver, Charley (Carlos V) was amazing. He talked non-stop on the long transfer from San Jose airport to the Caribbean. He was incredibly knowledgeable about the county, the people, the economics - everything! He stopped at a restaurant for a rest stop and translated the menu and communicated with the waiter what we wanted. He was very professional and drove safely through the really bad traffic and construction along the way. We appreciated his input on restaurants near our destination as well. Our next driver was OK, in that he was on time and got us to where we needed to go. He did not talk much along the way, and when asked for a rest stop stopped at a gas station, whose ladies room had no toilet seats and the toilet paper was not in the stalls but mounted on the wall outside the stall. Maybe he didn't know that, but he surely didn't go out of his way. That ride was just OK. The last driver asked us where we were going and we told him the name of the resort and the beach. We told him the same info at least 3 times, even handing him our phone that had the name on it, our voucher also had the correct information. Another passenger, looked at his phone and found a hotel with a similar name on the beach that HE was going to. The driver took us to that hotel and really would have liked to leave us there, but I insisted that I verify it was the correct one. No one there spoke English. Once again I said that our reservation was at Playa Hermosa, there was some pointing and conversation in Spanish between a maid and the driver. The driver then apologized and took us to the right place. He got us there, but the idea that he would have left us in the wrong place was very unsettling. So, about RideCR, I would say that the vehicles were clean and safe but ultimately the experience is dependent on the driver. Charley was awesome!
Written March 6, 2020
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Dear Mary R, We appreciate the time taken to share your comments, we certainly learn to improve with each of the reviews of our travellers. Be sure we will send your positive feedback to Charley, we know that he always works hard to offer an excellent service. In addition, we are very sorry for the inconvenience suffered in the other two services, we are making all the necessary corrections so that all transfers, both private and collective, are always of quality and with the necessary attention for all our travelers. Best regards, RideCR
Written March 10, 2020
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toppmark
Selah, WA17 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2020
Drivers Greivin Rios was a great driver, stopped for pictures of Holler Monkeys and his favorite restaurant for coffee. He was an excellent tour guide and welcomed us to Costa Rica.
Jimmy Diaz was very friendly and gave us a nice glimpse of life in Costa Rica.
Written February 3, 2020
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Dear toppmark, Thank you very much for your words, we are proud to know that it has been such a positive experience but even more so motivating comments about your experience. We try to offer the most professional service possible and that our clients enjoy and know more about our country. We hope you choose us again, we are sure you will have a fun and first class experience. RideCR
Written February 7, 2020
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Dketteri
Reading23 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2022 • Couples
We used RideCR for 5 separate transfers in our two week stay in Costa Rica. We had a really mixed experience. The buses are comfortable enough and the drivers are generally safe and friendly. The pick ups were on time with the exception of one which was an hour late.

They are not always good at communicating about the journey and the stops. Our journey from La Fortuna to Manuel Antonio we were told was four hours but actually took eight. Two hours of which spent driving around in La Fortuna collecting other passengers before we even departed La Fortuna. For planning our trip it would have been helpful to know this in advance to account for the lost time. I accept that the journeys can be long because of the traffic and road conditions but that is quite a difference!

One of the drivers we had was constantly on WhatsApp while driving which was concerning especially given many of the roads in Monteverde are steep and winding.

Please also be aware that some of the more mountainous rides can make you feel a bit queasy!

We made it to all our destinations in one piece and met some nice people on the way so overall a decent experience.
Written March 28, 2022
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Christian T
Malmö, Sweden19 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2022
We used RideCR for various private transportation needs during our Costa Rica trip. The communication was mostly clear. A few confusions, that were cleared up by excellent and dedicated Ride CR employee Luis Campos.

The driver always showed up on time and the quality of vans and 4 x 4 were very good, Fairly new and clean vehicles.

I highly recommend using RideCR when in Costa Rica.
Written January 13, 2022
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Maira R
13 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2022
The two transfers that we got from this company were great! The first one was shared, so there was about 8 of us, but it didn't feel crammed or uncomfortable. One of the passengers got sick about an hour in, and the driver did everything he could with the clean up and accommodation of this passenger for a smoother ride.

The second transfer was private, from Manuel Antonio back to the airport (SJO). The driver, Eduardo Rodriguez, was such a wonderful representation of the company. He was friendly, helpful, and professional. I would definitely use their service again without hesitation.
Written September 6, 2022
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lizandkeyton
Ottawa, Canada4 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2022 • Family
We used RideCR for several transfers on our Costa Rica vacation- most recently Ronny drove us from Manuel Antonio to the airport in San Jose. He was there right on time at the crack of dawn to pick us up, was very knowledgeable and fun to chat with, was very patient with the kids, bathroom stops, etc., and was a great driver. I would definitely recommend RideCR! Our previous transfers with Charlie and Andres were also excellent.
Written April 18, 2022
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Audrey
Charleston, SC5 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2021 • Couples
We shuttled from La Fortuna to Manuel Antonio. It’s a long drive and the first hour and a half is very windy. Our driver, Mauricio, was an excellent driver and I felt very safe. He was very attentive to the group, asking if we needed air or bathroom breaks. He was kind enough to offer tips on my Spanish and we practiced speaking on the ride. Additionally he helped us book an additional ride from Manuel Antonio to San Jose.

Nothing but the best from this company, highly recommend!!

Gracias, Mauricio!! Nos vemos de nuevo cuando regrese a Costa Rica!
Written December 6, 2021
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Tara H
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2022 • Friends
I would 100% recommend RideCR to others traveling Costa Rica. I didn't want to deal with renting a car in another country, so my group used their transporting service five times over two weeks traveling between San Jose, Monteverde, La Fortuna, Tamarindo, and Manuel Antonio. Every driver we had was punctual and professional. On the longer trips, they even had food stops planned at roadside restaurants, most with an amazing view to enjoy while eating lunch. If you have a larger group (3+ people), I would particularly recommend booking a private shuttle because it allowed us to be on our own schedule as far as stops were concerned.

We weren't sure how well sight seeing in Costa Rica without a car would work, but we never felt the need for one. Between tours that provide transportation, taxis, shuttles, and Uber, we were able to do and see everything we wanted to without a car (and didn't have to worry about finding parking at popular attractions). Additionally, the roads in Costa Rica can be in poor condition in places, so we were glad to relax and let the RideCR drivers navigate. Definitely would travel with them again and recommend RideCR to others traveling Costa Rica.
Written July 31, 2022
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Russ Durant
San Jose, Costa Rica12 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Sep 2024 • Family
A normal service, but it did not meet my expectations, I will hardly hire them again.

What I liked

The driver arrived on time.
The driver drives relatively well, although sometimes carelessly.
You can pay for the transportation via Link online payment.

What I didn't like

The fleet, not nice at all, the driver was a mess, not clean enough.

The driver drove quite fast, although he did not go over 100km per hour, in most cases he maintained a speed above 90km... this is worrying when you have children with you.

The driver was very "confident" and made inappropriate jokes. They have to remember that the customer is not their friend, the customer is paying for a service, so they should not talk as if they were at a bar. The driver must be respectful and careful with the words he says.

The driver would not let go of the phone for most of the trip, this not only was illegal but also put the passengers at risk.

Of all the drivers I was sent to the most ordinary one, I felt very sorry for my wife, who was very upset by the misogynistic comments of the driver.
Written September 22, 2024
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Trek784952
2 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2023 • Couples
Carlos is a great conversationalist and a wonderful driver. He drove us from Monteverde to Playa Hermoso. That's a 3-hour drive with lots of potholes add windy roads. And that's why you need a great driver.

Carlos arrived a half hour early. Impressive.

Carlos drove us in a very clean Toyota van which appeared to be in great condition, whis is important because of those roads described above.

Carlos was well dressed and looked like he just got out of the shower. 😁 He also had cold water ready for us.

We spoke English and Spanish to each other so I could practice my Spanish and he could practice his English. He showed us different sites on the way, stopped so we could take a photo, took us to a nice little restaurant and to a grocery store before we arrived at our hotel.

We would definitely use RideCR and ask for Carlos to be our driver next time we're in Costa Rica.
Written March 31, 2023
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