Tamarindo Sunset Yacht Charter: Snorkeling, Fishing & Open Bar

Summary

Private Costa Rica yacht with sunset snorkeling fishing and chef menu

You’ll board your own private yacht near Tamarindo with a friendly local crew and set off for an afternoon of snorkeling, paddle boarding, and fishing along Costa Rica’s coast. Enjoy chef-prepared lunch with open bar as you watch wildlife or just relax on deck. As sunset colors fill the sky over Playa Grande or Papagayo, you’ll feel both welcome and far away at once.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Private yacht charter with activities

• Board private yacht Lupo II
• Enjoy open bar and snacks
• Swim and snorkel in ocean
• Go fishing with provided gear
• Beach combing at beautiful beaches
• Watch Costa Rican sunset on ocean

Top questions

Is this private charter suitable for families?

Yes, families are welcome and all celebrations can be accommodated.

Does the tour include snorkeling equipment?

Yes, snorkel gear is provided for all guests during your charter.

Are meals and drinks included on this yacht tour?

Yes, lunch prepared by a Mediterranean chef plus snacks and an open bar are included.

Where does the charter depart from?

The boat serves Tamarindo as well as Playa Grande, Playas del Coco, Papagayo, Playa Avellanas, Playa Negra, and Westin areas.

How many people can join this private charter?

The yacht can accommodate up to 20 passengers plus 4 crew members.

Is transportation wheelchair accessible?

Yes, transportation options are wheelchair accessible for this tour.

What kind of fishing is possible during the trip?

You can try fishing off the back of the boat using provided gear; catches may vary by season.

Are service animals allowed onboard?

Yes, service animals are allowed on this private charter yacht.

What’s included

Your day includes use of snorkeling equipment and fishing gear plus paddle boards if you want them; lunch features slow-cooked beef barbacoa chicken sashimi fresh salads guacamole with chips vegetables with cheese dip bread sticks tropical fruits and chocolate cookies; there’s also an open bar with sodas juices bottled water beer rum cocktails; pickup options are available around Tamarindo Playa Grande Playas del Coco Papagayo Playa Avellanas Playa Negra and Westin areas before returning after sunset.

What’s the experience like?

I didn’t expect to feel so calm out there — maybe it was the way the light hit the water off Tamarindo or just how Captain Luis greeted us (he shook my hand like we’d met before). We stepped onto Lupo II, shoes in hand, and right away you could smell coffee brewing from the galley. I remember thinking, “Is this really happening?” The boat felt homey but big enough that everyone had space to flop down or lean over the side to watch for dolphins. The sun wasn’t even low yet but already everything looked golden.

Our guide (I think her name was Sofía) handed me a snorkel mask and grinned when I hesitated — I’m not exactly a fish in the water. She pointed out where to jump in near Playa Grande, saying there’s usually schools of little blue fish. The water was cooler than I thought but so clear I could see my own feet kicking through it. Someone caught a small snapper off the back — not me, but they let me reel it in for the photo anyway. There was laughter about that for a while.

Lunch came out just as we dried off: slow-cooked beef, barbacoa chicken, something cheesy with vegetables — honestly I lost track because I kept going back for more guacamole and chips. The chef (he said he’s from Spain) made sashimi too; Li laughed when I tried to say “gracias” in his accent. Drinks kept coming — cold beer, then something fruity with rum that tasted like vacation. By then we were somewhere between Playa Avellanas and Papagayo, drifting quietly while the sun started sinking behind the hills.

I still think about that last hour: salt on my skin, chocolate cookies in hand, everyone just watching the sky turn orange without talking much. It felt like time stretched out longer than usual. Not sure if it was the open bar or just being far from shore with good people — maybe both.