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Find straightforward answers to the most common questions about booking Nosara surf lessons, Ostional sea turtle outings, seasonal river and waterfall tours, and transfers from Liberia Airport (LIR) or Monteverde.
How long is the drive from Liberia Airport (LIR) or Monteverde to Nosara?
- Liberia Daniel Oduber International Airport (
LIR) to Nosara / Playa Guiones: Allow roughly 2.5 hours via Nicoya and Route 160 (5507246P1private black car transfer or348885P12private shuttle;348885P50takes ~2 hours 15 minutes to Ostional). - Monteverde / Santa Elena to Nosara: Allow roughly 4 hours door-to-door on the direct shared shuttle (
138326P9). See all 4 transfers in the#standalone-ticketssupporting section below.
What is the difference between activities in Playa Guiones, Playa Nosara, Nosara Town, and Sámara?
- Playa Guiones: Walk-up beach hub for surf coaching (
331978P2,469876P1), Bamboo Rides cycling outside The Frog Pad (389530P1), Kymco 300cc ATVs (5521744P13), and sunset horseback rides to Pelada (5521744P14). - Playa Nosara / Boca Nosara: Estuary and 85-acre Nosara Biological Reserve hub for mangrove kayak/SUP (
375503P1), daytime birding (444953P1), night walks (444953P2), and gentle river rafting (12541P25). - Nosara Town: 5–6 km inland; meeting area for wood-fire cooking (
12541P27,331978P6), Mala Noche waterfall rappelling (12541P24,12541P26), ziplines (12541P29), and mountain ATVs (331349P1). - Nearby Playa Sámara & Puerto Carrillo (~35–50 minutes south along Route 160): Departure point for 7 coastal day trips (
12702P9,12702P56,116992P5,12702P8,12702P39,116992P3,12702P33).
Which Nosara tours operate only in the dry season or only in the green season?
- Dry-Season Schedule: Discover the Magic of Nosara Cycling Tour (
389530P1) runs December 12, 2026 through May 20, 2027. - Green-Season Schedule: Waterfall Rappelling Nosara (
12541P24) operates July 1 through December 31, while Nosara River Small-Group Family-Friendly Gentle Rafting Safari (12541P25) and Nosara: Small-Group Waterfall Rappelling and Jungle Safari Float (12541P26) operate June 1 through December 31 when Mala Noche Waterfall and Río Nosara have optimal water flow.
Do I need a guide to see sea turtles at Ostional National Wildlife Refuge?
Yes. Entry to Ostional National Wildlife Refuge during Olive Ridley (lora) nesting and arribada windows requires a certified local guide, and flash photography or white lights are strictly prohibited. Book Tour of Ostional Beach Turtles (5604877P1, 2h private tour with certified guide, refuge ticket, and A/C pickup in Nosara/Guiones) and read our Ostional turtle-watching guide.
How do cancellations work on Nosara tours?
28 of our 29 Viator products allow cancellation up to 24 hours before scheduled departure for a full refund. One nearby Sámara kayak tour—Ocean Kayak & Snorkeling to Chora Island (116992P5)—is non-refundable (all sales final); if you want a 24-hour full-refund option for Isla Chora, compare Playa Samara Ocean Kayak and Snorkeling (12702P39).
Quick-Reference Tours & Transfers
Private Surf Class with a Local Instructor
Our local and experienced surf coaches will have you standing up and riding your very first wave, or improving your existing skills, in no time! We are experts in this area and know where to catch the top waves suited for your experience level.
- Departure / meeting zone: Playa Guiones (any convenient Guiones beach entrance) · Area hub: Playa Guiones · Category: Surf Lessons & Coaching
- Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes · Format: Private (Private tour (your group only, up to 6 travelers per booking))
- Included: Surfboard
- Run by: Tierra Costa · Reviews: 5.00 average from 21 customer reviews on Viator
- Cancellation: Cancel at least 24 hours before scheduled departure for a full refund.
Private Surf Class with a Local Instructor
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Kayaking and Stand-up Paddle Boarding in Costa Rica
Come join us on a unique experience in our beautiful wild national reserve. Its a magnificent place for all to admire and get to know our ecosystem and ways to sustain it. We will drift down river with the perfect tidal conditions to ensure maximum entertainment. Grab a "Pipa" wh...
- Departure / meeting zone: Boca Nosara / Río Nosara & Río Montaña (Playa Guiones pickup option) · Area hub: Playa Nosara & Biological Reserve · Category: Kayaking & Paddleboarding
- Duration: 2 hours · Format: Shared (Shared small-group tour (up to 30 travelers per booking))
- Included: Snacks; Kayaks, doubles or singles and SUP boards are provided
- Run by: Everyday Nosara Outdoor Experience · Reviews: 5.00 average from 37 customer reviews on Viator
- Cancellation: Cancel at least 24 hours before scheduled departure for a full refund.
Kayaking and Stand-up Paddle Boarding in Costa Rica
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Tour of Ostional Beach Turtles
Discover the natural wonder of Lora turtle arrivals at Playa Ostional, a fascinating event that attracts thousands of females each month. Watch as between two and two hundred thousand turtles arrive at the beach, especially from July to October, on Luna Menguante, when between 20...
- Departure / meeting zone: Playa Guiones / Nosara pickup to Ostional National Wildlife Refuge · Area hub: Ostional National Wildlife Refuge · Category: Turtle-Watching Excursions
- Duration: 2 hours · Format: Private (Private tour (your group only, up to 15 travelers per booking))
- Included: Certified guide; Entrance to the wildlife refuge; In-vehicle air conditioning
- Run by: Nahual Tour · Reviews: 1 customer review(s) on Viator (5.00 score)
- Cancellation: Cancel at least 24 hours before scheduled departure for a full refund.
Tour of Ostional Beach Turtles
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Supporting Standalone Airport & Regional Transfers
The listings below are standalone point-to-point airport and inter-regional shuttle transfers between Liberia Airport (LIR), Monteverde, Nosara, and Ostional—kept separate from the guided excursions above:
Black Car Transportation Service Liberia Airport to/from Nosara (Viator 5507246P1)
Liberia Airport to or from Nosara with private transportation, onboard Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and bottled water.
- Type: Private airport/regional transfer (up to 4 passengers) (standalone point-to-point transfer) · Area hub: Nosara Town (Inland Village)
- Route / meeting zone: Liberia Guanacaste Airport (LIR) ↔ Nosara / Playa Guiones · Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Included: Private transportation; Bottled water; On-board WiFi; In-vehicle air conditioning · Run by: Black Car Cr
- Cancellation: Cancel at least 24 hours before scheduled departure for a full refund.
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Direct Shared Shuttle from Monteverde to Nosara (Viator 138326P9)
We have more than 20 years providing transportation services to and from Monteverde. door and door service in new units with air conditioning. we are always on time. Our first class transportation service and very well equipped for your comfort. Our drivers and guides are very pr...
- Type: Shared door-to-door shuttle transfer (up to 10 passengers) (standalone point-to-point transfer) · Area hub: Nosara Town (Inland Village)
- Route / meeting zone: Monteverde / Santa Elena ↔ Nosara door-to-door shuttle · Duration: 4 hours
- Included: Transportation · Run by: Roca Verde
- Cancellation: Cancel at least 24 hours before scheduled departure for a full refund.
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Private Transportation From Liberia Airport To Nosara (Viator 348885P12)
Do you want to visit the happiest country in the world? You have come to the right place, Guanacaste Airport Shuttle offers daily passenger transportation service from Liberia International Airport or hotels to Samara. Whether you want to explore the wonderful beaches of Guanacas...
- Type: Private airport/regional transfer (up to 12 passengers) (standalone point-to-point transfer) · Area hub: Nosara Town (Inland Village)
- Route / meeting zone: Liberia Guanacaste Airport (LIR) → Nosara / Playa Guiones · Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Included: Private transportation; Agua embotellada; In-vehicle air conditioning · Run by: Guanacaste Airport Shuttle Cr
- Cancellation: Cancel at least 24 hours before scheduled departure for a full refund.
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Exploring wider Guanacaste excursions or planning a country-wide route? Visit Guanacaste.Tours and EasyCostaRica.com, or read how bookings work.
Standalone Private Airport Transfers & Regional Shuttles
These pre-booked private Liberia Airport (LIR) and regional Monteverde point-to-point transfers to Nosara, Playa Guiones, and Ostional are separated from our guided sightseeing and activity excursions.
Black Car Transportation Service Liberia Airport to/from Nosara
Private round-trip or one-way airport transfer between Liberia (LIR) and Nosara.
Check: pickup location (LIR Airport, Monteverde, or Nosara), passenger count, and luggage allowance.
Direct Shared Shuttle from Monteverde to Nosara
Door-to-door shared shuttle connecting Monteverde and the Nosara area.
Check: pickup location (LIR Airport, Monteverde, or Nosara), passenger count, and luggage allowance.
Private Transportation From Liberia Airport To Nosara
Private airport transfer from Liberia (LIR) to Nosara.
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