Leave Playas del Coco for a half-day boat ride to Playa Huevo and the private coves of Playa Jicarito. Snorkel clear reefs, explore sea caves formed by volcanic rock, and learn local coastal history with hotel pickup included.
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A small skiff slips away from Playas del Coco at dawn, the Pacific air tugging at your hair as the hull cuts through glassy water. The coastline peels back into cliffs and hidden coves; sunlight finds narrow mouths of sea caves and throws shafts of gold into dark rock chambers. The guide eases the boat into a sheltered bay and the ocean seems to dare you—swim, breathe, look.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; be comfortable entering and exiting small boats and swimming short distances.
Wildlife
History
Playas del Coco started as a fishing and trading village; boat routes here follow long-used coastal paths that connected rural communities.
Conservation
Operators encourage reef-friendly practices—don’t touch coral, use reef-safe sunscreen, and avoid anchoring on reefs to protect fragile marine habitat.
Reserve your spot on the Boat tour to the exotic caves with snorkel from Playas del Coco today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring a personal mask
Although snorkel equipment is provided, a well-fitted personal mask improves visibility and comfort in longer swims.
Wear reef-safe sunscreen
Protect coral and marine life—use reef-safe sunscreen and reapply less often while in the water to reduce impact.
Expect boat transfers and short swims
Be prepared to step off the boat into waist- to chest-deep water and climb onto rocky beaches; water shoes help.
Time your trip for morning calm
Mornings usually offer calmer seas and better underwater visibility for snorkeling.
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects skin and local marine ecosystems while on the water.
summer
Personal snorkel mask
Better fit and clearer view than shared rental masks.
Water shoes
Protects feet on rocky shorelines and slippery steps into coves.
Light rain shell
Useful in brief tropical showers during the wet season or windy afternoons.
rainy