A scenic, practical transfer from La Fortuna to Juan Santamaría Airport that includes a short stop at La Paz Waterfall. Expect three hours of mountain and Central Valley views, possible wildlife sightings, and convenient onboard amenities.
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You meet on the northeast corner of La Fortuna Central Park and step into a white minibus marked Anchia Shuttle; the engine hums and the road pushes you out of town toward the foothills. Windows frame verdant slopes, small farms and, if you’re lucky, a slow-moving sloth tucked in the roadside canopy — the landscape feels active, not passive, nudging travelers onward.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Minimal fitness required; suitable for travelers of most ages and conditioning
Wildlife
History
The route connects the agricultural San Carlos region with Alajuela and San José; Juan Santamaría Airport serves the Central Valley named after a national hero and grew with Costa Rica’s coffee and tourism economy.
Conservation
Roadside wildlife encounters are common; do not feed animals and keep distance. Choosing shared shuttles reduces per-passenger emissions compared with many private cars.
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Pack light for airport limits
Carry-on limit is 10 kg — check airline rules and consolidate bags to avoid delays when boarding the shuttle.
Bring travel documents
Have passports and flight information ready at pickup to streamline the transfer to the airport.
Time for traffic
Leave earlier for midday or late-afternoon departures; Central Valley congestion can add 30–60 minutes.
Use the La Paz stop
The brief waterfall stop provides restrooms, a stretch break and wildlife-viewing opportunities—don’t skip it if you need to reset before the airport.
Passport & flight documents
Required for airport check-in and to confirm passenger identity during pickup.
Light rain jacket
Afternoon showers are common in the rainy season and a compact jacket keeps you comfortable during the waterfall stop.
summer
Comfortable day shoes
Useful for a short walk at La Paz Waterfall and for boarding/disembarking the shuttle.
Portable battery pack
Useful to recharge phones for photos, navigation and boarding passes during the three-hour trip.