FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Common Questions Before Your Travel

Practical answers about tours, private transportation, VIP service and planning your time in Costa Rica.

What time zone does Come See Costa Rica use?

Come See Costa Rica operates on Costa Rica local time: GMT-6 (UTC-6) year-round. Costa Rica does not observe daylight saving time.

What time is used for website requests and submissions?

For our operational reference, website requests are recorded with a Costa Rica local-time timestamp (GMT-6), regardless of where the traveler is located when the request is sent.

Are your tours private?

Our focus is private, flexible and personalized travel experiences. The exact format depends on the experience requested, so we confirm the service details with you before booking.

Do you provide private airport transfers?

Yes. We coordinate private transportation from SJO and LIR airports as well as door-to-door transfers between major destinations throughout Costa Rica.

Can you arrange a return transfer back to SJO or LIR?

Yes. Transfers can be coordinated in either direction, including transportation from major destinations back to SJO or LIR airports.

What is the difference between a Private Transfer and VIP & Executive Transportation?

A Private Transfer is dedicated door-to-door transportation selected around your route, passengers and luggage. VIP & Executive Transportation adds a more personalized vehicle-selection process and allows you to request a preferred vehicle category, make or model, subject to availability.

Can I request a specific vehicle for VIP service?

Yes. Tell us the vehicle category, make or model you prefer. We will coordinate the best available option through our transportation network, subject to availability.

Which Puerto Viejo should I specify?

Costa Rica has both Puerto Viejo de Talamanca on the Caribbean Coast and Puerto Viejo de Sarapiquí in the Northern Region. Please specify which destination you need when requesting transportation.

Can you help with a custom itinerary?

Yes. Through our free consultation, we can help coordinate a personalized Costa Rica itinerary around your destinations, interests and travel schedule.

Can I contact you by WhatsApp?

Yes. You can contact Come See Costa Rica on WhatsApp at +506 7076 9981. You can also use the Contact Us page or the dedicated Private Transfer request form.

Questions about your trips

General

What is Come See Costa Rica?

We coordinate private transportation, private drivers, tours and experiences in Costa Rica, with support before and during your journey.

Which services can I book?

Airport and hotel transfers, point to point trips, return transfers, a private driver by the hour or day, and selected tours and experiences.

Can I request a trip for today?

Yes. Choose a future pickup time in our calculator. Same day service depends on vehicle and driver availability, so contact us promptly for urgent departures.

Can I book an airport transfer?

Yes. Enter the airport, destination and pickup date and time. Include your final arrival flight number and exact drop off address.

Can I hire a driver by the hour?

Yes. Select Hourly driver in our calculator and tell us your itinerary. We will coordinate the vehicle, included service and any additional requirements.

How do I book a transfer?

Select your route, date, time, passengers and luggage. Choose your vehicle, complete your trip and contact details, then continue to checkout and select an available payment method. You can book without creating an account.

I cannot find my confirmation email. What should I do?

Check spam and promotions. Use Find my booking with the email entered when booking to request a secure sign in link. If it still does not arrive, contact info@comeseecostarica.com with your booking reference.

How does sign in work?

Enter your email and open the personal link we send you. It expires in ten minutes and can only be used once. Your first verified sign in creates your customer access. Google sign in is available only when enabled.

What are your operating hours?

We coordinate transportation 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Book your pickup time in advance whenever possible.

How do you coordinate a safe trip?

We arrange the vehicle and driver for your journey and communicate pickup details. Follow the assigned driver information sent by our team and contact us if anything does not match.

Can I request deletion of my personal data?

Contact info@comeseecostarica.com from the email used for your booking. We will verify your identity and review your request, including records that may need to be retained for accounting or other applicable obligations.

Special requests

Can I book a return transfer?

Yes. Add a return date and pickup time in the calculator. Each leg has its own itinerary and cancellation deadline.

Are your vehicles smoke free?

Yes. Smoking is not permitted in our vehicles. Please also avoid vaping inside the vehicle.

Can my pet travel with me?

Yes. Tell us before booking about your pet, its size and any carrier. We will coordinate a suitable vehicle and confirm arrangements and any applicable charges before your trip.

Can I request a child seat?

Tell us the number of children, their ages and the seat required before booking. Our team must confirm suitable seat availability.

Can you accommodate a wheelchair?

Please send the folded dimensions, weight, whether it is powered and whether the traveler can transfer to a vehicle seat. We must confirm a suitable vehicle before accepting the arrangement; accessible equipment is not guaranteed for every vehicle.

Can I add passengers or extra luggage?

Tell us before the trip. Space, vehicle capacity and safety must be confirmed; additional travelers or luggage may require a different vehicle or revised quote.

Trip details

What happens if my flight is delayed?

Provide your final arrival flight number and notify us of any changes. Airport pickup includes up to 60 minutes of waiting after landing. If immigration or baggage takes longer, contact us so we can coordinate with your driver; additional waiting must be agreed with our team.

How will I find my driver?

We will send the assigned driver name and phone number, vehicle type and license plate. For airport pickups, the driver usually waits outside the exit with a sign bearing your name and a company logo shirt.

When will my driver contact me?

Your driver will contact you one day before pickup. For bookings made less than 24 hours ahead, we coordinate contact as soon as possible.

Is the arrival time guaranteed?

Travel times are approximate. Traffic, weather, road conditions and stops can affect arrival. Allow extra time for flights and other fixed appointments.

Can I request stops or more time along the way?

Ask us before your trip. Sightseeing stops, additional waiting and itinerary changes depend on availability and may have an extra cost. Confirm any additional charge with our team before accepting it.

Payment

How can I pay?

The currently available methods are Venmo and cash in USD at pickup. Credit cards and crypto are not available at the moment.

Does reporting a Venmo payment mean it is verified?

No. I have sent my payment records your report. Our authorized team confirms receipt of the funds separately. Your payment remains pending verification until that confirmation is recorded.

How does cash payment work?

Pay the confirmed amount in USD at pickup. You may request an ATM stop if needed. Many ATMs may be unavailable at night, including airport ATMs, so bring sufficient funds for a late arrival.

Will my confirmed price change?

We respect the price confirmed for your booked itinerary. Any customer requested change or additional service must be quoted and agreed separately. A later tariff review does not change an already confirmed booking.

Changes and cancellations

How do I request a change or cancellation?

Contact info@comeseecostarica.com with your booking reference. The transfer calculator states free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure; check the conditions provided with your reservation. Changes are subject to availability and an agreed revised price where applicable.

Can I cancel or request a refund from My Trips?

Use Contact with your reference so our team can assist. My Trips displays your records; it does not automatically cancel a trip or issue a refund.

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