Boat Tours in Playa Flamingo at a glance
- Our pick: Snorkeling in Playa Flamingo: Sunset Catamaran with Guide, US$ 95 per person (4h, 4.85★ · 1,181).
- Top rated: Flamingo Beach: Catamaran Snorkel Tour with Waterslide & Lunch, US$ 103 per person (4h, 4.98★ · 315).
- Private option: Costa Rica Private Yacht Charter & Lunch from Flamingo, US$ 2,260 per group (4h–8h, 5.00★ · 70).
Price per person across the 13 options priced per person: US$ 95–US$ 700 (median US$ 167). With 100+ reviews: 5 of 21.
Of the 21 options: 21 with live guides in English, 21 with free cancellation, 14 with instant confirmation, 15 with hotel pickup, 10 kid-friendly, 11 private and 9 bookable last-minute.
How we rank: quality, number of reviews, availability, booking conditions and relevance to the topic. In the comparison table, our top 3 comes first. Prices are per person, except options priced per group: that price is for the whole group, and the per-person figure assumes the group is full. “Top rated” = the highest score among options with at least 100 reviews.
Boat Tours in Playa Flamingo
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21 options
The 15 best
Ranked by quality, reviews, availability and booking conditions.
Snorkeling in Playa Flamingo: Sunset Catamaran with Guide Four-hour sunset catamaran from Playa Flamingo with snorkeling, kayaks and paddleboards included. Hotel pickup covers Tamarindo. Every day · 14:00 · Pickup available · All ages ★ 4.85 (1,181 reviews) Duration: 4h Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 95 per person
Guanacaste: Catamaran Snorkel Cruise & Waterslide Lunch Feel the Pacific breeze on a Guanacaste catamaran cruise with snorkeling, dolphin spotting, and a wild waterslide. Includes lunch, drinks, and all gear. Every day · 14:00 · All ages ★ 4.90 (1,018 reviews) Duration: 4h Live guide: EN · PT · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 103 per person
Flamingo Beach: Catamaran Snorkel Tour with Waterslide & Lunch Set sail from Flamingo Beach for a relaxed catamaran cruise, snorkeling with guides, a wild waterslide, and grilled lunch: family-friendly fun with shaded comfort. Every day · 14:00 · All ages ★ 4.98 (315 reviews) Duration: 4h Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 103 per person
Snorkeling and Sunset Catamaran Cruise from Playa Flamingo Four-hour catamaran snorkeling from Playa Flamingo with grilled meal, unlimited cocktails and waterslide: dolphins, turtles and whales are possible. Every day · 14:00 · Pickup available · All ages ★ 4.93 (160 reviews) Duration: 4h Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 102 per person
Costa Rica Private Yacht Charter & Lunch from Flamingo Every day · 08:00, 10:00 and 13:00 ★ 5.00 (70 reviews) Duration: 4h–8h Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 2,260 per group
Snorkeling and Fishing in Playa Flamingo: Small Group Sunset Sail Sail the Gulf of Papagayo aboard a 50-foot Beneteau with up to 13 passengers for snorkeling, fishing and lunch: all gear provided, sunset included. Mon, Wed and Sun · 13:30 · From age 3 ★ 4.98 (229 reviews) Duration: 4h–5h Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 160 per person
Fishing & snorkeling tour Playa Flamingo: 4 hours, your pace Fish the Gulf and snorkel a beach in one morning from Playa Flamingo, with a captain and nature guide steering the rhythm. You choose how long to cast, dive or tube. Every day · 08:00 and 14:00 · Hotel pickup ★ 5.00 (66 reviews) Duration: 4h Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 975 per group
Snorkeling from Playa Flamingo on a 52ft Sailing Yacht Sail the Gold Coast from Playa Flamingo on Pegasus, a restored 52ft French yacht, with snorkeling, paddleboarding, fishing and fresh local lunch included. Every day · 08:30, 10:00 and 14:00 · From age 4 ★ 4.86 (64 reviews) Duration: 4h Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 180 per person
Palo Verde: Wildlife Boat Tour & Local Lunch with Pickup Experience Costa Rica’s Palo Verde wetlands on a guided boat tour, spot crocodiles and rare birds, and enjoy a rustic lunch. Includes hotel pickup and guide. Mon, Wed and Sun · 07:45 · Hotel pickup · From age 5 ★ 4.72 (32 reviews) Duration: 4h–6h Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 175 per person
Snorkeling in Playa Flamingo: Private boat, your pace Snorkel from a private boat in Playa Flamingo with gear included, fishing and whale watching on the way, and a naturalist guide who tailors the day to what you want to do. Every day · No fixed time · Hotel pickup ★ 5.00 (23 reviews) Duration: 4h Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 1,250 per group
Private Sunset Catamaran in Playa Flamingo: Snorkel & Sail Sail into the Pacific sunset from Playa Flamingo on a private catamaran with snorkeling gear, drinks and hotel pickup included. Four hours on the water with a local guide. Next departure: 13 Jan 2027 · Pickup available ★ 5.00 (50 reviews) Duration: 4h Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 1,900 per group
Palo Verde Boat Tour: Wildlife on Tempisque River Guided boat tour down the Tempisque River through Palo Verde National Park from Playa Flamingo. Spot crocodiles. Every day · 06:15 · Pickup available · From age 6 ★ 4.91 (23 reviews) Duration: 5h Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 169 per person
Fishing and Snorkeling Combo on Costa Rica's Pacific Coast Catch rooster fish and tuna on a 4.5-hour combo trip from the North Pacific shore, then snorkel secluded spots with equipment and a bilingual guide. Every day · 06:30, 07:00 and 07:30 ★ 4.42 (19 reviews) Duration: 4h 30m Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 600 per group
Sport Fishing in Guanacaste: Big Game Fish & Local Captains Fish Guanacaste's continental shelf for big game species with expert local captains, fully equipped boats with safety gear, and five hours on the water from hotel pickup. Every day · 07:00 and 12:00 · Hotel pickup ★ 4.71 (7 reviews) Duration: 5h Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 900 per group
Palo Verde Wildlife Tour from Tamarindo: Tempisque River boat Guided boat tour down the Tempisque River in Palo Verde National Park from Tamarindo, spotting crocodiles, monkeys and herons. Includes hotel pickup. Every day · 06:15 · Pickup available · From age 6 ★ 4.70 (10 reviews) Duration: 5h Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 167 per person
Compare 6 more options for Boat Tours in Playa Flamingo
From US$ 130 per person · 3 h to 10 h
Palo Verde National Park wildlife tour: Boat and dry forest Boat tour through Palo Verde National Park on the Tempique River at 7 a.m. with a live guide, spotting crocodiles, macaws. Every day · 07:00 · Hotel pickup · From age 5 ★ 5.00 (8 reviews) Duration: 7h Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 199 per person
Snorkeling in Playa Flamingo: Isla Plata boat trip with guide Snorkel Isla Plata from Playa Flamingo with a local guide, hotel pickup and three hours in the water to spot fish and marine life among rock formations. Every day · No fixed time · Pickup available ★ 5.00 (8 reviews) Duration: 3h Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 660 per group
Nicaragua Day Trip: Masaya Volcano, Granada & Lake Boat Ride Day trip from Nicaragua visiting Masaya Volcano's active crater, colonial Granada, Catarina viewpoint and Lake Nicaragua by boat, with meals and guide. Every day · 05:00 and 06:00 · Hotel pickup ★ 5.00 (9 reviews) Duration: 10h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 240 per person
Granada & Masaya Volcano Tour: Lake Nicaragua Boat Ride Day trip from Costa Rica to Nicaragua with Lake Nicaragua boat ride, Granada carriage tour, Masaya Volcano visit and craft market. Includes breakfast. Every day · No fixed time · Hotel pickup · Ages 18–60 ★ 5.00 (7 reviews) Duration: 10h 15m Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 700 per person
Private Palo Verde tour with boat ride and wildlife guide Private tour through Palo Verde's river and forests with English-speaking guide, lunch and hotel pickup. See monkeys, iguanas and birds in their natural habitat. Every day · 06:30 · Hotel pickup ★ 5.00 (7 reviews) Duration: 6h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 130 per person
Half-Day Sport Fishing from Flamingo Beach: 4 hours offshore Half-day sport fishing trip from Flamingo Beach targeting rooster fish, snapper and wahoo 6–10 miles offshore with tackle and refreshments. Every day · 06:30 · Pickup available ★ 5.00 (3 reviews) Duration: 5h Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 990 per group
The top 12 of 21 options, side by side
✓ 2026-11-14| Option | Price | Duration | Rating | Days and times | Guide languages |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Snorkeling in Playa Flamingo: Sunset Catamaran with GuideOur pickPickup offered | US$ 95 per person | 4h | 4.85★ · 1,181 | Every day · 14:00 | English, Spanish |
| Flamingo Beach: Catamaran Snorkel Tour with Waterslide & LunchTop rated | US$ 103 per person | 4h | 4.98★ · 315 | Every day · 14:00 | English, Spanish |
| Costa Rica Private Yacht Charter & Lunch from FlamingoPrivate optionPrivate | US$ 2,260 per group up to 10 people · ≈ US$ 226 per person if 10 go | 4h–8h | 5.00★ · 70 | Every day · 08:00, 10:00 and 13:00 | English, Spanish |
| Guanacaste: Catamaran Snorkel Cruise & Waterslide Lunch | US$ 103 per person | 4h | 4.90★ · 1,018 | Every day · 14:00 | English, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Snorkeling and Sunset Catamaran Cruise from Playa FlamingoPickup offered | US$ 102 per person | 4h | 4.93★ · 160 | Every day · 14:00 | English, Spanish |
| Snorkeling and Fishing in Playa Flamingo: Small Group Sunset SailGroup of up to 13 | US$ 160 per person | 4h–5h | 4.98★ · 229 | Mon, Wed and Sun · 13:30 | English, Spanish |
| Fishing & snorkeling tour Playa Flamingo: 4 hours, your pacePrivate · Pickup offered | US$ 975 per group up to 6 people · ≈ US$ 163 per person if 6 go | 4h | 5.00★ · 66 | Every day · 08:00 and 14:00 | English, Spanish |
| Snorkeling from Playa Flamingo on a 52ft Sailing YachtPrivate | US$ 180 per person | 4h | 4.86★ · 64 | Every day · 08:30, 10:00 and 14:00 | English, Spanish |
| Palo Verde: Wildlife Boat Tour & Local Lunch with PickupGroup of up to 15 · Pickup offered | US$ 175 per person | 4h–6h | 4.72★ · 32 | Mon, Wed and Sun · 07:45 | English, Spanish |
| Snorkeling in Playa Flamingo: Private boat, your pacePrivate · Pickup offered | US$ 1,250 per group up to 8 people · ≈ US$ 156 per person if 8 go | 4h | 5.00★ · 23 | Every day · No fixed time | English, Spanish |
| Private Sunset Catamaran in Playa Flamingo: Snorkel & SailPrivate · Pickup offered | US$ 1,900 per group up to 15 people · ≈ US$ 127 per person if 15 go | 4h | 5.00★ · 50 | Next departure: 13 Jan 2027 | English, Spanish |
| Palo Verde Boat Tour: Wildlife on Tempisque RiverGroup of up to 15 · Pickup offered | US$ 169 per person | 5h | 4.91★ · 23 | Every day · 06:15 | English, Spanish |
By what you need
- Small groups (up to 15) (5): Snorkeling and Fishing in Playa Flamingo: Small Group Sunset Sail (US$ 160 per person) · Palo Verde: Wildlife Boat Tour & Local Lunch with Pickup (US$ 175 per person) · Palo Verde Boat Tour: Wildlife on Tempisque River (US$ 169 per person)