Board a catamaran from Playa Hermosa and glide across the Gulf of Papagayo for two snorkel stops, marine wildlife watching, and a Pacific sunset. This four-hour cruise pairs easy snorkeling with a light lunch, open bar, and chances to see whales, dolphins and turtles.
Board a catamaran from Playa Hermosa and glide across the Gulf of Papagayo for two snorkel stops, marine wildlife watching, and a Pacific sunset. This four-hour cruise pairs easy snorkeling with a light lunch, open bar, and chances to see whales, dolphins and turtles.
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Operated by Bill Beard Costa Rica · Playa Hermosa, Guanacaste
You step off warm sand into a bobbing dinghy and the Pacific pulls you out across a blue that broadens with every wave. The catamaran rocks gently as the crew helps you aboard, sails slack until the wind decides to play. Dolphins and flying fish often shadow the hull; whales and orcas can punctuate the horizon during migration months, and turtles surface like small, curious islands.
easy.
4 hours.
Suitable for most fitness levels; requires basic mobility to board a dinghy and climb aboard the catamaran.
No — basic snorkeling equipment is provided, but you may bring a personal mask if you prefer a custom fit.
Yes for most children, though not recommended for children 2 and under; children must be accompanied by an adult and operators enforce a minimum drinking age of 21.
Wildlife sightings are common—dolphins and turtles are frequent, whales appear seasonally—however sightings cannot be guaranteed and vary by day.
The crew may cancel or alter the itinerary due to weather for safety; standard policy offers full refunds for cancellations made at least 24 hours prior.
The Papagayo coast sits on uplifted volcanic rock with pre‑Columbian settlements; modern coastal towns grew with fishing and later tourism tied to safe anchorages and diving.
Use reef‑safe sunscreen, avoid touching coral or animals, and follow crew guidance to minimize disturbance to marine life and fragile reef habitats.
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