Catamaran Tours Costa Rica

Catamaran Tours in Costa Rica

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Catamaran Tours Costa Rica

Are you ready to relax at sea with a tropical cocktail in hand? Snorkel off a remote beach? Enjoy a breathtaking sunset from the water? Then a catamaran cruise is the perfect activity for your next Costa Rica vacation. Costa Rica has some of the best and varied catamaran and boat tours out there. Most pick you up from a popular beach or national park, include drinks and lunch, snorkel gear, kayaks and paddle board, and give you the chance to spend the entire day out at sea. You’ll float past lush islands, rocky coasts and hidden beaches. Nature lovers will enjoy snorkeling and looking for wildlife in the trees and relaxation enthusiasts can spend the day sunbathing on the deck.

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Where to find Catamaran Tours in Costa Rica

Playa Tamarindo

Costa Rica catamaran tours off Tamarindo Beach (Playa Tamarindo) in Guanacaste are some of the most popular in Costa Rica. You’ll enjoy a day touring the ocean on a beautiful boat while you look for marine life, quench your thirst with tropical drinks and maybe even snorkel close to a hidden beach! Watch out of sea turtles, dolphins, tropical fish and even humpback whales!

After snorkeling, kayaking, swimming or paddle boarding you’ll enjoy a delicious lunch under the sun prepared by the crew. Make sure to bring you camera because your sunset cruise back to the Tamarindo will not disappoint. Watching the sunset from the deck on top of the Pacific waves is something you will never forget.

Playas del Coco

If you’re staying in Playas del Coco (Coco Beach), you’re in luck! The catamaran tours from Playas del Coco are equally as beautiful as those from Playa Tamarindo. You’ll sail over crystal blue Pacific waters while the crew offers refreshing drinks and lunch.

Just like in Tamarindo, you’ll get to enjoy snorkeling, kayaking or paddle boarding in a hidden bay. Lay back and relax on the boat as your cruise takes you back to shore during the sunset. It’s a sailing trip you’ll never forget.

 

Playa Flamingo

If you’re touring Guanacaste, stop by Playa Flamingo for a sailing tour or sunset cruise. The sailing tours and sunset cruises are run by expert guides who are excellent at spotting dolphins, whales, manta rays, turtles and more. They provide tropical drinks and soft drinks, snacks and gear for snorkeling, kayaking and paddle boarding. A luxury catamaran tour from Playa Flamingo is perfect for group events like honeymoons, family reunions or birthday parties.

 

 

Manuel Antonio

Set sail from the Marino Pez Vela bay in Quepos on a luxury cruise along the Pacific coastline. Catamaran tours from Manuel Antonio will take you on a sunset tour in search of dolphins and whales while you enjoy natural fruit drinks (with or without alcohol), a delicious meal and a variety of snacks. You’ll take a break in front of a gorgeous beach for a snorkeling adventure and a chance to paddle board and enjoy slides, jacuzzis, tanning chairs and even a plasma TV. You’ll cruise along the beautiful Pacific coast aboard a luxury boat designed for an amazing day under the Costa Rican sun.

 


 

Sunset Cruise on Lake Arenal with Desafio

The beauty and lush landscape around Lake Arenal and the surrounding areas make for the perfect for a leisurely boat ride on one of Central America’s largest lakes. Enjoy a 2-hour motorboat ride on Lake Arenal where you will have the chance to see a variety of resident and migratory birds and may be able to spot some mammals like the monkeys, coatis, and sloths on the lake shores. While on the boat ride on the lake, you will observe the west side of Arenal Volcano and possible eruptions when the sky around the peak of the cone is clear. 

What’s Included: Transportation, guide, snacks, and beverages

Recommended Ages: 3 – 85 years

Tour Duration (approximately): 3 hours

What to bring: Insect repellant, camera, binoculars, light jacket

Rancho Humo Tour Wetlands Experience

This tour takes place in the wonderful wetlands of Nicoya Peninsula. As it is home to a great variety of wildlife such as crocodiles, anteaters, and especially birds, you will have endless opportunities to observe everything nature has to offer! Your guide will point it out to you from a safari jeep while following mile/kilometer long trails into the wetlands.

Whats Included: Transportation, guide, towels, and water

Recommended Ages: All ages

Tour Duration (approximately): 2 hours

What to bring: Sunscreen, sunglasses, insect repellant, walking shoes, long pants, hat

Rainforest River Float and Safari with Aventuras Arenal

This relaxing Float and Safari tour takes you on the beautiful Rio Peñas Blancas where you’re bound to spot a variety of wildlife. There are tropical birds such as Oropendolas, Tucans, Kingfishers, as well as monkeys, poison dart frogs, caimans, and much more! This beautiful river is only 30 minutes from La Fortuna making it a perfect addition to other tours. You will travel on an informative boat ride near the Arenal Volcano to the entrance of the river. There you will board an inflatable raft along the banks of the river. Your naturalist guide will point out the Costa Rican wildlife along the way!

What’s Included: Transportation, guide, snacks, and beverages

Recommended Ages: 8+

Tour Duration (approximately): 4 hours

What to bring: Sunscreen, insect repellant, comfortable clothes, camera, binoculars, towel, rain jacket

Palo Verde National Park Boat Tour with Jacamar

This tour is a must-do for birdwatchers and nature lovers in general as Palo Verde National Park hosts a great variety of bird species. But not only bird species like the Jabiru, Ospreys, the White Ibis, Tiger Herons, and Scarlet Macaws can be seen on this tour, be prepared for monkeys, iguanas, crocodiles and many more! This tour offers you the opportunity to get close to nature and wildlife and enjoy the Costa Rican rainforest from a river!

Whats Included: Transportation, guide, entrance fee, water and lunch

Recommended Ages: All ages

Tour Duration (approximately): Full day Tour

What to bring: Sunscreen, sunglasses, insect repellant, walking shoes, binoculars, camera, hat, some money for extras

Safari Float Tour on Corobicí River with Jacamar

Immerse yourself into this special ecosystem floating down Corobicí River! You will be able to observe gigantic kapoks, figs, rubber and shoreline trees and also many species of animals such as monkeys, bats, lizards, birds, iguanas and many more. Combine tranquility with a bit of adventure on some class I and II rapids, which will add to your Safari Float Adventure!

Whats Included: Transportation, guide, drinks and lunch

Recommended Ages: 5+

Tour Duration (approximately): 2 hours

What to bring: Sunscreen, sunglasses, insect repellant, strap sandals, swimsuit, change of clothes, binoculars, camera, hat, towel

Caño Island Snorkeling

Caño Island contains a great abundance of marine wildlife offering the perfect location for your next snorkeling adventure. Explore the waters and spot moray eels, tuna, parrotfish, puffers, and many more colorful creatures! Perhaps you will even get to see sea turtles, rays and dolphins! Combine watching aquatic wildlife with a touch of history and dive to the pre-Colombian artifacts offering a glimpse of Costa Rica’s indigenous past.

Whats Included: Transportation, guide, and equipment

Recommended Ages: 10+

Tour Duration (approximately): 4 hours

What to bring: Sunscreen, swimsuit, change of clothes, towel

Jeep Boat Jeep Arenal To Monteverde

Enjoy your transfer from Arenal to the Cloud Forests of Monteverde with this very scenic route! A van will pick you up at your hotel in Arenal and drive you to the Arenal Lake (this will take approx. 1 hour), then you will board a boat to cross the Arenal Lake (approx. 1 hour), upon the other side of the lake you will have a different van drive you to your hotel in Monteverde (approx. 1 hour). This is a shared transfer with other people in the vans and boat. Your luggage will go with you the entire time. This journey takes around 3 hours and 30 minutes total.

Tamarindo Mangrove & Estuary Tour by Boat with Jacamar

Sit back and enjoy your Tamarindo Mangrove & Estuary Tour by boat! Your guide will point out all the special flora and fauna to you. This ecosystem holds a great variety of species, making this tour a highlight for your days in Guanacaste. 

Whats Included: Transportation, guide and drinks

Recommended Ages: 8+

Tour Duration (approximately): 3 hours

What to bring: Sunscreen, sunglasses, insect repellant, strap sandals, light clothes, hat

Jungle Tubing Savegre River

Explore the landscapes the Savegre River in this tour that takes you through the palm oil plantations, and local reforestation projects. After a little introduction into safety, we will engage into class II rapids like the “Initiation” “Golden Seal” and “Otter trail”. The Jungle tubing adventure is fit for kids of 10 and older. The ride on the gentle waters are led by an expert kayaker and you will take a break by the river banks to enjoy a delicious lunch. 

What’s Included: Transfers from Manuel Antonio/Quepos to and from Savegre River; snack, all the specialized gear; professional & bilingual white water rafting expert.

What to Bring: Long sleeve shirt or rash guard, swimsuit and/or shorts of a quick drying material; towel; sunscreen (spf-15 or higher); bug repellent, complete change of clothes. Rubber soled shoes that stay on and can get wet (Strap on sandals, tennis shoes or similar). Flip flops are not recommended.

Not Included: Transfers outside of Manuel Antonio area, video, photography service, gratuities for your guides.

Duration Tour: 4 hours

Ages Recommended: 10+

Arenal Combo Safari Float & La Fortuna Waterfall with Desafio

Are you visiting La Fortuna and the Arenal area during your vacation in Costa Rica? Then you should not miss out to participate in this amazing nature combination tour. You will flow down one of the most beautiful rivers in the country during an easy-going float, enjoy a local lunch and head out to the amazing La Fortuna Waterfall for a refreshing swim! This combo tour is perfect for the entire family!

Whats Included: Transportation, guide, snack, and lunch

Recommended Ages: 6+

Tour Duration (approximately): 5 hours

What to bring: Sunscreen, insect repellant, comfortable clothes, swimsuit, hat

Whales & Dolphins Combo Tour

There is nothing quite like watching a giant mammal that weighs more than 40 tons performing such aquatic aerobics This is one of the best place for Whale watching in the World! Spot the graceful dolphins swimming along while we sail and snorkel to see Costa Rica’s underwater paradise. 

Important Note: The Humpback whales visit the waters of Costa Rica and the Ballena Marine National Park between mid-July to late October (Southern Humpback Whales), and again in mid-December through late February (Northern Humpback Whales) as they migrate to and from feeding and mating grounds. The snorkeling is good only during the dry season (late November through June) because of the increase in visibility. 

Duration: Approximately 3.5 – 4 hours

Age limitations: Suitable for children over 5 years of age – Not recommended for infants.

Physical consideration: Suitable for all fitness levels. Not recommended for pregnant women.

What to bring: Waterproof bags to protect electronics. Sun block. light clothing, bathing suit and flip flops. During the rainy months (June to November) we recommend bringing a rain coat or rain poncho.

Includes : Bilingual naturalist guide. Bottled water. Fruit. Entrance fee to Ballena National Park. Snorkeling equipment.

Damas Island Estuary Mangrove Tour with Tucanes Tours

Into the mangroves! Explore this unique habitat with all the magnificent wildlife. While floating on the calm, brackish waters let your guide explain everything to you! This tour is a highlight for every bird lover as you will be able to observe various species such as Herons, Kingfishers, Ospreys and frigates birds. But not only birds, with a bit of luck you might even spot reptiles, ant eaters and white faced monkeys. 

Whats Included: Transportation, guide, beverages and lunch or dinner

Recommended Ages: All ages

Tour Duration (approximately): 4 hours

What to bring: Sunscreen; sunglasses; camera; hat / visor; insect repellent

Tortuga Island Cruise with Calypso

You will board a yacht or catamaran at Puntarenas and enjoy a smooth ride on the Gulf of Nicoya. On your way to Tortuga Island, you will be greeted by sea birds and pass a beautiful archipelago. Finally, you will arrive to your Port of Call. Here, you will be able to take a walk on immaculate white sandy beach, or swim and snorkel in clear turquoise waters. You will spend about half a day here and can choose from various activities such as a canopy tour, hiking trails, snorkeling, … Or you can simply relax on the beach while your crew prepares an exquisite buffet-style lunch.

Whats Included: Transportation, guide, snorkeling, banana boat, drinks, breakfast and lunch

Recommended Ages: 4+

Tour Duration (approximately): 4 hours

What to bring: Sunscreen, bathingsuit or shorts, hat, sunglasses, Camera, light weight long sleeved shirt, towel, some cash for alcoholic beverages and souvenirs

Rio Ora Kayak Tour

Kayak down the smooth and gentle Ora River that winds through the tropical jungle. This peaceful tour is perfect for spotting birds and monkeys.

Whats Included: Transportation, guide and drinks

Recommended Ages: 11+

Tour Duration (approximately): 3 hours

What to bring: Sunscreen, sunglasses, insect repellant, strap sandals, light clothes, hat.

Sunset Sailing and Snorkeling Cruise Tamarindo

This tour sets sail in the afternoon and returns as the sun sets across the bay! Spot marine life while sailing to a tranquil bay where the catamaran will anchor and you will have the opportunity to go on a little snorkeling adventure! Observe dolphins, flying fish or sea turtles. Enjoy a delicious lunch and sail back enjoying the sunset with an ice cold drink!

Whats Included: Transportation, guide, snorkel gear, lunch and an open bar

Recommended Ages: All ages

Tour Duration (approximately): 4 hours

What to bring: Sunscreen, sunglasses, comfortable clothes, swimsuit, towel, camera, hat

Fishing Tour at Lake Arenal

Fish for the famous rainbow bass which can only be caught in Lake Arenal! Lake Arenal also has another hard-fighting fish called machaca, which looks like a pirhana on steroids with its rows of razor sharp teeth. Capt. Ron reserves the right to delay or reschedule if weather conditions are dangerous in very rare occasions.

Whats Included: Transportation, guide, beverages, and snacks

Recommended Ages: All ages

Tour Duration (approximately): Half OR Full Day Tour

What to bring: Sunscreen, sunglasses, comfortable clothes, light rain jacket, hat.

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