Gold Coast Catamaran Snorkeling & Sunset Sailing Tour
Snorkel the Gold Coast, then sail into the sunset with drinks in hand
A 4.5-hour catamaran snorkeling and sailing tour departing from Playas del Coco along Costa Rica's Gold Coast, with time in the water for snorkeling and swimming, followed by a BBQ lunch and open bar as you motor back to shore at sunset. Life vests, snorkel gear and stand-up paddle boards are available. The boat stays anchored in a secluded bay while you're in the water, and those who prefer to stay dry can relax in the shaded main salon or on the open deck. An English or Spanish-speaking guide is included.
What’s included
- Snorkel equipment, life vests, pool noodles and stand-up paddle boards.
- BBQ chicken lunch with rice, beans, fresh fruit, chips and homemade cookies.
- unlimited drinks including beer, rum, vodka, whiskey, gin, tequila, wine, soft drinks, juices and tropical smoothies made to order.
- English or Spanish-speaking guide.
Times
- Every day 13:30
Before you book
Operated by Marlin del Rey Catamaran Sailing Tours
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The experience
The catamaran leaves Playas del Coco at 1:30 pm and sails leisurely along the Gold Coast for four and a half hours. The boat is built for this route: open and spacious, with deck areas and a shaded main salon so you're comfortable whether you're watching the water or taking shelter. As you sail, the crew watches for whales, dolphins, turtles, rays, flying fish and sea birds. If conditions allow, they'll also cast fishing lines off the back.
When you reach one of the secluded bays, the boat drops anchor and you get in the water. Snorkel equipment, life vests, pool noodles and stand-up paddle boards are all available if you want them. If you'd rather stay aboard, the catamaran is a comfortable place to sit in the shade or sun while others swim. Around 4:30 pm, lunch arrives: BBQ chicken, yellow rice, black beans, fresh fruit, chips, pico de gallo and homemade chocolate chip cookies. The open bar runs the whole time: soft drinks, juices, beer, rum, vodka, whiskey, gin, tequila, guaro and wine are all included, plus a blender for tropical drinks and smoothies.
After lunch, the sails go up and you motor sail back toward Playas del Coco as the sun drops toward the horizon. You step off the boat onto the sand just after sunset. The whole outing is built around watching the light change and the water shift color, with the snorkeling and the meal fitting into the rhythm of the sail.
Is this one for you?At 4.5 hours, this tour fits into an afternoon without consuming your whole day. You leave at 1:30 pm and return after sunset, leaving the morning free for other plans. The snorkeling and swimming happen in one anchored bay, so there's no rushing between stops. The pace is leisurely and built around the sail and the light.
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Top questions
What languages is the tour guided in?
Live guide in English and Spanish.
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Child (6 to 11 years); Infant (under 6): free.
What happens if it rains?
It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.
What kind of sea life might I see while snorkeling on the Gold Coast?
The Gold Coast catamaran tour searches for whales, dolphins, turtles, rays, flying fish and sea birds as you sail. The crew also fishes off the back if conditions permit, so you may see game fish in the water too. What you encounter depends on the day and the season.
Is the snorkeling time in one spot or do we move around?
The catamaran anchors in one of the secluded bays in the area, and you snorkel and swim from that single spot while the boat stays put. This gives you a stable base for the water time rather than multiple stops.
What happens if I don't want to get in the water?
The catamaran has a shaded main salon and open deck areas where you can relax, watch the coast and the wildlife from aboard, and enjoy the drinks and lunch without entering the water. Staying dry is a perfectly fine way to spend the afternoon.
What's included in the open bar?
The open bar includes beer (Imperial, Miller, Coors Light), rum, vodka, whiskey, gin, tequila and guaro, plus wine, soft drinks, juices and water. You can also order tropical drinks and smoothies made with the blender.
When does the tour return to Playas del Coco?
The catamaran departs at 1:30 pm and the tour lasts 4.5 hours, so you're back on the beach just after sunset, typically around 6 pm or later depending on the season.
Gold Coast Catamaran Snorkeling & Sunset Sailing Tour
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