Tamarindo

15 Best Tamarindo Catamaran Cruises

The sunset sails off Tamarindo: open-bar catamarans, snorkel stops in the Pacific’s calmer coves and lunches served between swims. The Guanacaste sunset is the headliner; the boats sell the front row.

1.Blue Dolphin – Public Catamaran Tour

Experience a 5-hour catamaran cruise off Tamarindo with drinks, snorkeling, kayaking, and sunset views—perfect for fun-loving travelers seeking authentic Costa Rican coastal adventures.

Most Popular★ 4.5

“We booked this Costa Rica excursion with fresh memories of a very similar catamaran experience in Puerto Rico back in November, which gave us a great point of comparison. Right off the bat, there was one important detail missing from the Viator listing: instead of…”

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2.Blue Dolphin – Public Catamaran Tour – Tamarindo

Discover the Blue Dolphin catamaran tour in Tamarindo, Costa Rica—enjoy wildlife, water sports, local cuisine, and stunning sunsets on this fun, balanced cruise.

★ 4.5

“Great fun for the family! Everyone from age 7-77 had a great time. The crew were great with the kids - played songs on request and got them dancing. Food was delicious. The boat was really clean. Great experience!”

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3.Tamarindo Snorkel and Sunset Cruise with Lunch

Experience a 4.5-hour Tamarindo snorkel and sunset cruise with lunch, open bar, and stunning ocean views—ideal for relaxing water lovers and sunset seekers.

★ 4.5

“The crew is excellent! They took very good care of us the food was good and there was plenty for everyone. Great Pina colada. On the ride we saw Sea turtles, dolphins and whales. A baby whale gave us a show splashing and jumping out…”

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4.TIMAROUBA Sunset Sailing Catamaran in Tamarindo

Experience Tamarindo's stunning coast on a well-equipped sunset catamaran. Enjoy drinks, a delicious lunch, water activities, and breathtaking views.

★ 4.5

“The crew were amazing and spotted whales and turtles for us to see. The drinks were good and lunch was great. We didn’t get to snorkel due to it being cloudy and choppy water but still enjoyed being in the water. They were very attentive…”

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6.Marlin del Rey Catamaran Snorkel Sunset Cruise from Tamarindo or Playas del Coco

Experience a relaxing sunset cruise from Tamarindo or Playas del Coco with snorkeling, top-shelf drinks, delicious lunch, and stunning coastal views.

★ 4.5

“The crew was great! Played good music and took us to one cove to dive. Tried to find some wildlife but had no luck. That’s okay though. Definitely out of their control. They feed you lunch after you snorkel which was nice. I highly recommend…”

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8.Half-Day Snorkeling Experience in Tamarindo

Discover Tamarindo’s best snorkeling with this half-day tour to Catalina Islands. Expect marine wildlife, knowledgeable guides, and stunning boat rides for $95.

★ 4.5

“So everything that the crew could do to make this enjoyable 100% happened! They had the gear and knowledgeable guides. Now if we could get the wild animals to do their part this could not be beat. Plenty of fish, Eel and even a stingray…”

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9.Blue Dolphin Catamaran Snorkeling Sunset Cruise from Tamarindo

Experience a scenic sunset sail from Tamarindo with snorkeling, open bar, and fresh Costa Rican flavors. Perfect for relaxing and adventure seekers alike.

★ 4.5

“The sailing, swimming, and food were all super good! We sailed to a private area, dropped anchor and swam for an hour. After swimming we had a yummy lunch before heading back! The water is so blue and the staff is extremely friendly. Refilling your…”

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10.Kayak and Snorkelling trip to Capitan Island; part of Las Baulas National Park

Experience kayaking and snorkeling at Capitan Island in Costa Rica’s Las Baulas National Park with expert guides, wildlife, and scenic landscapes.

★ 4.5

“Great trip, Luis was very knowledgable about the island and it's inhabitants. He provided everything needed for the kayaking trip and snorkeling. My girls learned a lot and loved exploring the island!”

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11.Public Sunset Catamaran

Experience a relaxing sunset catamaran cruise from Tamarindo with snorkeling, a delicious onboard meal, and stunning coastal views for $115 per person.

★ 4.5

“Our Tamarindo Beach sunset sailing was pure fun! On a sunny day, we cruised to a white sand beach, and the 5-hour trip was a blast. Antonio and the crew were incredibly helpful, especially with my 73-year-old husband. They made sure he enjoyed the sea,…”

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12.PUBLIC Pacific Lounge Catamaran – Tamarindo SUNSET experience

Experience stunning sunsets, dolphin sightings, and a delicious traditional meal on a 5-hour catamaran tour in Tamarindo, Costa Rica, for $85.

★ 4.5

“Family friendly experience for all ages. Finding the pick up location and guide can be challenging, so give yourself plenty of time. There are multiple catamarans leaving from the same pick up spot, so know the name of which one you're on. The crew is…”

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13.CoralDreams Tamarind-Snorkel Sailing Catamaran Sunset Experience

Experience Costa Rica’s coast with a 5-hour catamaran cruise from Tamarindo, snorkel remote beaches, enjoy a sunset, and savor local delights.

★ 5.0

“This tour was excellent! Great communication to where to meet, excellent staff that was helpful to each and every guest. This particular sailing was very light in terms of number of passengers which gave it a vibe of relaxed. The music selection was the right…”

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15.Catamaran Sunset Cruise Tamarindo

Experience a 5-hour sunset catamaran cruise from Tamarindo, with snorkeling, kayaking, drinks, and stunning coastline views tailored for memorable tropical evenings.

★ 4.5

“The group of passengers and pura vida vibes made this cruise PERFECT, despite red tide preventing snorkeling and sea snakes(?) cutting in-water activities short. The crew worked as a team and made sure everyone was having a good time. Food (snack pico & chips before…”

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