ATV Rental in Nosara: Prices, Rules & What’s Included
In short:
Nosara ATV rents 2-person ATVs for $90 per day and a 5-seat UTV for $250 per day, including tax, insurance and helmets.
We require a $300 refundable deposit per vehicle and a valid driver’s license, and the minimum driver age is 18.
Delivery anywhere in Guiones, Pelada, Garza or Nosara costs a flat $20. Or pick up yourself in Calle Los Mangos, Playa Guiones.
Quick facts
ATV price: $90 per day (CFORCE 520, 2 people)
UTV price: $250 per day (Pioneer 1000-M5, 5 people)
Surf rack price: $5 per day (30$ per week)
Discounts: 10% off weekly rentals, 15% off monthly rentals
Tax: 13% Costa Rican sales tax (IVA) is included in all prices
Deposit: $300 per vehicle, refundable
Minimum driver age: 18, with a valid driver’s license
Minimum rental: 1 day
Mileage: Unlimited
Insurance: Included
Delivery: $20 flat fee for delivery and pickup in Guiones, Pelada, Garza and Nosara
Pickup hours: Any time, via our key box
Location: Calle Los Mangos, Playa Guiones, Nosara, Costa Rica
Languages: English, Spanish and Danish
ATV and UTV rental prices in Nosara
| Vehicle | Seats | 1 day | 1 week 10% off | 1 month 15% off |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CFORCE 520 ATV | 2 | $90 | $567 | $2,295 |
| Pioneer 1000-M5 UTV | 5 | $250 | $1,575 | $6,375 |
| Surf rack (add-on) | – | $5 | $30 | – |
All prices are in US dollars and include 13% IVA. Monthly prices are based on 30 days. Insurance, 2 helmets, a lock, a phone holder and unlimited mileage are included. Delivery and pickup in Guiones, Pelada, Garza and Nosara: $20 flat fee.
FAQs
Here’s some of the most frequently asked questions regarding ATV and Quad bike rentals in Nosara, Costa Rica.
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Insurance
2 helmets per ATV (helmets are mandatory in Costa Rica)
A lock
A phone holder
A full orientation before you ride
A full tank of fuel
Unlimited mileage
24/7 support on WhatsApp
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The driver must be at least 18 years old.
The driver must have a valid driver’s license. A standard car license from your home country is accepted.
You need a passport or ID.
You pay a $300 refundable security deposit per vehicle.
Children are welcome as passengers.
A standard car license covers riding on the roads around Nosara, Guiones, Pelada, Garza, Sámara, Ostional and San Juanillo. Riding on the highway towards Tamarindo requires a special license.
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The deposit is $300 per ATV or UTV. After you return the vehicle, we inspect it for damage and fuel level, then transfer the deposit back to you.
If the fuel level is lower than when you received the vehicle, we deduct the cost of the missing fuel from the deposit.
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Pickup location: Calle Los Mangos, Playa Guiones, Nosara.
Delivery: $20 flat fee, which covers both delivery and pickup at your hotel, villa or Airbnb.
Delivery area: Guiones, Pelada, Garza and Nosara. Delivery is not available to Ostional or San Juanillo, but you are welcome to ride there.
Office hours: Daily, 08:00–18:00.
Pickup and return outside office hours: We give you a code to our key box, so you can collect and return the vehicle when it suits you.
Late returns: We are flexible. Please tell us in advance if you are running late. In high season, return times may be stricter.
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You receive the vehicle with a full tank. Return it with the same fuel level.
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Follow Costa Rica’s traffic laws at all times.
Wear a helmet. It is mandatory in Costa Rica.
Ride responsibly and never recklessly. Our ATVs are strong, powerful machines, not toys.
You are free to explore Nosara, Sámara, Ostional and the surrounding areas.
Respect local communities, wildlife and nature.
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Every rental includes commercial rental insurance from INS, Costa Rica’s national insurance provider. We recommend that all renters also have their own travel and personal insurance.
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Payment methods: Cash, credit card, PayPal, or online via our website.
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 3 days before the rental date. Cancellations within 3 days are charged 50% of the rental cost.
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Nosara ATV is a locally run ATV and UTV rental company based on Calle Los Mangos in Playa Guiones, Nosara. We opened in the fall of 2025 and currently rent 6 ATVs and 1 UTV. We are rated 5.0 stars on Google and serve customers in English, Spanish and Danish.
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At Nosara ATV, a 2-person ATV costs $90 per day, including tax and insurance. Weekly rentals get 10% off and monthly rentals get 15% off.
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Our 5-seat Pioneer 1000-M5 UTV costs $250 per day, including tax and insurance.
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Yes. Surf racks cost $5 per day or $30 per week.
FLEXIBLE ATV RENTAL IN NOSARA, COSTA RICA
Visiting Nosara calls for beach, adventure and exploring.
Renting an ATV gives you the freedom to move beyond the main roads and experience the area the way it’s meant to be seen — from hidden jungle trails and scenic viewpoints to quiet beaches and local spots only a few know about.
Whether you’re heading out for a sunset ride, exploring the rainforest, or cruising between Playa Guiones and Playa Pelada, an ATV lets you explore Nosara at your own pace. Pura vida.