Private Sunset Cruise Playa Hermosa: Snorkel & Drinks
Sail into the Gulf of Papagayo and snorkel secluded coves as the sun drops over the water.
A private afternoon sunset cruise from Playa Hermosa sails the Gulf of Papagayo aboard the Sea Bird, a 45-foot double-masted sailboat, with time to snorkel in sheltered coves and relax on secluded beaches. Your bilingual crew handles the boat while you swim alongside sea turtles, dolphins and rays, then return to Playas del Coco as the light fades. The tour requires a minimum of five guests or the price equivalent to depart.
Step-by-step itinerary
Afternoon sailing and snorkeling
- Board the Sea Bird sailboat
- Sail the Gulf of Papagayo
- Snorkel in coves with guide
- Visit secluded beaches
- Relax aboard the sailboat
- Enjoy snacks and beverages
- Sail back to Playas del Coco
What’s included
- Open bar with signature drinks (Tequila Sunset, Chili Guaro) and other beverages.
- fresh snacks prepared daily aboard.
- snorkeling equipment and expert snorkel guide.
- time on secluded beaches and aboard the 45-foot sailboat.
- bilingual crew in English and Spanish.
Times
- Every day 14:30
Before you book
Operated by Sea Bird Sailing Excursions
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The experience
You board the Sea Bird in the afternoon and head into the Gulf of Papagayo with an expert snorkel guide. The boat is a 45-foot monohull rigged for sailing, and the crew (bilingual in English and Spanish) manages everything while you move between the water and the deck. Depending on the season, you'll see sea turtles, dolphins, rays, and occasionally whales moving through the same coves where you snorkel.
The snorkeling happens in secluded spots the boat reaches under sail, and you have time to swim and float before heading to a quiet beach to rest on deck. Throughout the afternoon, the crew keeps an open bar stocked with the Sea Bird's signature drinks (Tequila Sunset and Chili Guaro) plus beer, wine and other beverages, along with fresh snacks prepared daily in the galley. The return to Playas del Coco happens as the sun sets, so you're on the water for the light show.
The tour runs four hours total and is family-friendly, though the minimum drinking age aboard is 18. Snorkeling gear is provided, and the crew adjusts the day based on conditions and wildlife sightings. The boat departs only if at least five guests are booked or if a single party pays the equivalent price.
Is this one for you?This is a private charter, so your group has the boat to yourselves: ideal if you want the crew's full attention and the flexibility to linger in coves where wildlife appears. The four-hour afternoon window fits a free day without eating into a full schedule, and the open bar and prepared snacks mean you're not managing meals or drinks yourself.
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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 (under 7).
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's the water like for snorkeling in the Gulf of Papagayo?
The Gulf of Papagayo is warm year-round and home to sea turtles, dolphins, rays and seasonal whales. The crew takes you to secluded coves sheltered enough for safe snorkeling, and all equipment is supplied.
How many people typically go on this cruise?
The tour is private, meaning your group books the entire boat. A minimum of five guests is required to depart, or a single party can pay the equivalent price to sail alone.
Is there food on the boat, or just drinks?
The crew prepares fresh snacks daily in the galley and serves them throughout the afternoon alongside the open bar. Meals beyond snacks are not mentioned in the tour details.
Do I need snorkeling experience to join?
The tour is family-friendly and suitable for all physical fitness levels. An expert snorkel guide is aboard, and all equipment is provided. The tour is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries or poor cardiovascular health.
Private Sunset Cruise Playa Hermosa: Snorkel & Drinks
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