Question 1

How much does a boat tour in Costa Rica cost?

Accepted Answer

Shared catamaran cruises start at $110 per person. Private charters start at $649 for the whole boat, up to 4 guests. The Shared Catamaran – Playa Flamingo – Morning includes an open bar and snorkel gear, while the Half Day Private Fishing Charter – Playa Flamingo (5 Hours) comes with rods, reels and bait.

Question 2

Can I book a private boat tour in Costa Rica?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can charter a yacht, catamaran or fishing boat for just your group. In Guanacaste, private yacht charters leave from Papagayo and Tamarindo, and private catamarans sail from Playa Flamingo. On the Central Pacific, the Private Catamaran to Tortuga Island, Jaco departs Los Sueños for the island.

Question 3

Can I go sportfishing in Costa Rica?

Accepted Answer

Yes, private sportfishing charters leave from Papagayo and Flamingo in Guanacaste and from Los Sueños on the Central Pacific. The Inshore Roosterfish Charter from Los Suenos works the rocks for roosterfish with light tackle, while offshore boats chase marlin, tuna and sailfish. Compare the Guanacaste sportfishers under Costa Rica fishing charters.

Question 4

Where can I take a catamaran tour in Costa Rica?

Accepted Answer

Catamarans sail from Flamingo Marina, Papagayo and Tamarindo in Guanacaste and from Los Sueños on the Central Pacific. The Playa Flamingo catamaran cruises go out mornings or toward sunset with an open bar, snorkel gear, paddleboards and kayaks. From Los Sueños, the Tortuga Island Catamaran Day Trip from Jaco, All Inclusive adds breakfast and an island buffet lunch.

Question 5

What are some good boat excursions in Costa Rica?

Accepted Answer

Options range from surf runs to Witch's Rock and Ollie's Point out of Papagayo to a Tortuga Island beach day with snorkeling and a nature hike. You can also cruise the Manuel Antonio coastline from Quepos, or anchor in a Gulf of Papagayo cove near Playa Huevos to snorkel and paddleboard.

Question 6

Where do Costa Rica boat tours leave from?

Accepted Answer

In Guanacaste, boats leave from Marina Papagayo, Flamingo Marina, Potrero East Marina and Langosta Beach Club near Tamarindo; Central Pacific departures use Los Sueños Marina, Herradura Beach and Quepos. Some Papagayo yachts collect you from your resort's beach instead, and the all-inclusive Tortuga Island day trip includes transport from Jacó.

Question 7

Any hidden fees?

Accepted Answer

No hidden fees. Your total, including the service fee, is shown before you book.

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