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Watch the sun sink behind the Nicoya Peninsula, snorkel clear shallows, then witness bioluminescent waters light your wake on this 7-hour boat tour from Santa Teresa. Guides provide gear, local insight, and an evening that blends wildlife encounters with coastal culture.
Watch the sun sink behind the Nicoya Peninsula, snorkel clear shallows, then witness bioluminescent waters light your wake on this 7-hour boat tour from Santa Teresa. Guides provide gear, local insight, and an evening that blends wildlife encounters with coastal culture.
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Operated by Zuma Tours · Santa Teresa, Puntarenas
The day begins with a low sun sliding toward the Pacific and a small boat cutting a bright path from Santa Teresa toward Isla Tortuga. Guides move with practiced calm as the coastline drops away, ocean spray fogging your sunglasses and distant palms leaning into the wind. Dolphins often race the hull; manta rays and sea turtles can punctuate the surface like punctuation marks.
easy.
7 hours.
Low-moderate: must be able to get on/off a small boat and do light snorkeling; suitable for most fitness levels
Yes — snorkel, mask and fins are provided for the shallow reef sections; bring personal fit items if you prefer.
Visibility depends on moon phase, water conditions and plankton levels; calm, dark nights (new moon) give the best displays.
Families with infants and small children can join; infant seats and stroller-accessible pickup are typically available—confirm at booking.
Standard policy often allows a full refund if cancelled at least 24 hours before departure; check the operator’s terms when booking.
The Nicoya Peninsula has long been home to coastal fishing communities and indigenous Chorotega culture; maritime livelihoods still shape the local towns around Santa Teresa and Tambor.
Operators encourage reef-safe sunscreen, no-touch policies for wildlife, and responsible anchoring to avoid damaging coral and seagrass beds.
Zuma Tours operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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