Sail from Marina Pez Vela for a four-hour catamaran that blends snorkeling at secluded Biesanz Bay with coastal wildlife watching. Choose a morning snorkel to explore clear shallows or an afternoon cruise for sunset and possible dolphin sightings.
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The catamaran slips from Marina Pez Vela and the coast peels away: low, forested headlands give way to blue that dares you to dive in. On a morning cruise the boat eases into Biesanz Bay, a sheltered pocket of clear water where coral fingers and parrotfish take center stage; on an afternoon sailing the Pacific widens and the sun slides toward the horizon, painting the sea a molten orange.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
4 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; basic swimming ability recommended for snorkel participants
Wildlife
History
Manuel Antonio National Park was established in the early 1970s to protect one of Costa Rica’s most accessible coastal rainforest reserves and its marine fringe.
Conservation
Visitors are encouraged to use reef-safe products, avoid touching coral, and follow guide instructions to reduce impact on sensitive marine habitats.
Reserve your spot on the Catamaran Cruise from Manuel Antonio with Snorkeling today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Use reef-safe sunscreen
Protect coral and yourself—apply reef-safe sunscreen before boarding to avoid contaminating the bay.
Bring a light windbreaker
Even warm afternoons get breezy offshore; a thin layer makes the sunset cruise comfortable.
Prepare for motion
If you tend to get seasick, take medication ahead of departure and sit mid-ship where movement is gentlest.
Keep a dry bag for valuables
A small dry bag keeps phones and keys safe during snorkeling and on-deck breezes.
Reef-safe sunscreen
Prevents sunburn and protects marine life during snorkeling
summer
Personal snorkel mask (optional)
Familiar fit improves comfort and visibility in the water, though equipment is provided
Light windbreaker or long-sleeve rash guard
Blocks wind chill on the open ocean and offers sun protection during the afternoon sail
Motion-sickness medication
Useful for those sensitive to swell—take before boarding for best effect