The Fleet
I don't just hand you keys. I help you figure out which vehicle actually fits where you're going — then make sure it's ready when you land.
How the fleet works
I manage a network of over 50 vehicles owned by private individuals and trusted operators here in Guanacaste. This means I can't guarantee you'll get the exact year and model in a photo. What I can guarantee is the category and capability you need for your actual itinerary.
If I tell you I'm putting you in a 4WD SUV with working AC and room for four people plus luggage, that's exactly what will be waiting. The badge on the hood may vary. The experience won't.
This flexibility is also a genuine advantage. It's why I've never left a client without a vehicle due to an unexpected mechanical issue — because if one car has a problem, I have options. An agency with five cars at a counter doesn't.
The honest part: I won't promise nothing will ever go wrong. I will promise that if it does, you'll have someone on WhatsApp who sorts it out immediately. I've done it dozens of times.
What's available
Tell me your itinerary and I'll match you to the right one. Not sure? That's what the conversation is for.
Compact cars are the workhorses of the fleet. Fuel-efficient, easy to park in beach town streets, and completely comfortable on the paved roads that connect most of Guanacaste's main destinations.
If you're staying in Tamarindo, Coco, Flamingo, or other coastal towns and sticking to the main routes, a compact is often the most practical and affordable option. What they are not good for: unpaved roads, river crossings, significant elevation on dirt tracks, or fitting more than two people with large luggage.
Typical vehicles: Toyota Yaris, Hyundai Accent, Kia Rio, similar compacts.
A mid-size vehicle gives you more comfort and cargo space without jumping to the cost of an SUV. For a couple doing a 3–6 week stay who will mostly be on paved roads, this category often hits the sweet spot.
You get enough room to live out of the car comfortably, better fuel economy than an SUV, and a vehicle that handles highway driving between destinations without the fatigue of a small car. Same road caution as compact: not built for significant off-road use.
Typical vehicles: Toyota Corolla, Hyundai Elantra, similar mid-size options.
The most popular category for visiting families and longer-stay clients. You get proper cargo space, a comfortable ride, and higher clearance than a sedan — without the premium of a full 4WD system.
For most Guanacaste destinations on established roads — even roads that have some gravel and ruts — a good 2WD crossover handles well. Important distinction: 2WD SUVs have higher clearance and handle moderate unpaved roads far better than sedans, but they are not the same as 4WD. For serious off-road destinations or rainy season back roads, you want genuine 4WD.
Typical vehicles: Hyundai Tucson, Mitsubishi ASX, Toyota RAV4 (2WD), Kia Sportage.
If you are coming to Guanacaste during rainy season (May–November) and want to go anywhere off the main paved highway, you want 4WD. Full stop. This is not a sales tactic. The dirt roads in this region can turn into rivers during a rainstorm and creek crossings that are passable in dry season become impassable without 4WD and proper ground clearance.
Even in dry season, destinations like Rincón de la Vieja National Park, the upper access roads to some national parks, and many of the more remote beach access roads in southern Guanacaste genuinely require 4WD. I will tell you clearly if your itinerary puts you in this category.
Typical vehicles: Toyota RAV4 (4WD), Mitsubishi Outlander, Suzuki Vitara (4WD), similar.
Destination matching
This is the most useful thing you can do before booking: tell me your actual itinerary — every destination, not just the first one. The vehicle that's right for Tamarindo is wrong for Rincón de la Vieja.
I've matched hundreds of clients to the right vehicle. Sometimes I recommend something less expensive than what they thought they needed. Sometimes I strongly recommend upgrading. Either way, I tell you honestly — because sending you out in the wrong car doesn't help either of us.
"I would rather lose a booking than send someone to Nosara in rainy season in a compact car."
Insurance
Every vehicle in my fleet is fully insured. You are not renting an uninsured car. Here's exactly what's covered and what to know before you drive.
Every vehicle carries complete insurance coverage. You drive with the knowledge that the car is protected — no gaps, no surprises if something unexpected happens on the road.
I explain exactly what's covered during our WhatsApp conversation — before any money moves. If you have questions about what is and isn't included, ask me. I'll tell you honestly and completely.
You have my direct number for the entire rental. If you're in an accident, the process is: stay safe first, document everything second, message me third. I walk you through whatever needs to happen next.
Have specific questions about coverage before you book? Ask Jenny directly on WhatsApp — she'll give you a straight answer about what's covered for your specific rental.
Ask about insuranceTell Jenny your dates and where you're heading.
She'll match you to the right car — honestly.