Carreta Rides

Private driver and SJO airport pickups in San José, Costa Rica

Alejandro meets you outside arrivals and drives you to your hotel, or takes you on a private day trip to volcanoes, coffee farms and the coast. You book on WhatsApp.

On the road
10+ years
Languages
English and Spanish
Rides
Private, never shared

Carreta Rides

Your name

Welcome to Costa Rica. Bienvenidos.

Request an airport pickup

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Where are you going?

Airport rides and private day trips from San José. Tap a trip to ask for a price and a time.

Prices depend on the route and group size. Ask and you get a clear price before you book.

Alejandro Alonso, the driver

Meet Alejandro, your driver

Hola! I'm Alejandro Alonso. I've driven Costa Rica's roads for more than ten years. I speak English and Spanish, I keep you updated on WhatsApp, and I'm happy to stop for coffee, photos or lunch along the way.

More about Alejandro

From the road

Photos Alejandro took on recent drives.

  • Atenas at Christmas
    Atenas at Christmas
  • Looking over the Central Valley
    Looking over the Central Valley
  • A coffee stop on the way
    A coffee stop on the way
  • Christmas lights under the umbrellas
    Christmas lights under the umbrellas
  • Sunset from the driver's seat
    Sunset from the driver's seat
  • A hawk watching the road
    A hawk watching the road

How booking works

  1. 1

    Send your trip details

    Share your pickup point, destination, date, number of passengers, and any extra requests.

  2. 2

    Confirm the plan

    Review the pickup time, meeting point, and the best transportation option for your needs.

  3. 3

    Enjoy the ride

    Travel comfortably with private transportation designed around your schedule and pace.

New online, not new to the road

Carreta Rides just launched its website, so guest reviews are on the way. After your ride, we'd love to hear how it went.

Questions before you book

Do you offer airport pickups from SJO?

Yes. We provide seamless, private airport transfers to and from Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO). We track your flight and wait for you outside arrivals.

Can I request a custom day trip?

Absolutely. Whether you want to visit Arenal, Manuel Antonio, or create a unique itinerary, we provide flexible private transportation tailored to your schedule.

How do I book a ride?

Booking is simple and fast. Just send us a message on WhatsApp with your pickup location, destination, and date. We will confirm the details and pricing with you directly.

Do you work with families and small groups?

Yes, we have comfortable, spacious vehicles perfect for couples, families, and small groups traveling with luggage.

Ready when you land

Send your date, pickup place, destination and group size. Alejandro replies with a price and pickup time.

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