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

“Great, affordable wildlife and snorkeling excursion. We saw a whale and her calf, a sea turtle and plenty of birds. The cruise took us to a nice cove where we could snorkel for about an hour. They provide snorkel gear and pool noodles. My wife…”

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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, affordable wildlife and snorkeling excursion. We saw a whale and her calf, a sea turtle and plenty of birds. The cruise took us to a nice cove where we could snorkel for about an hour. They provide snorkel gear and pool noodles. My wife…”

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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

“This was a great experience. We took a small boat to the catamaran which took us out about an hour and a half. The snorkeling experience wasn’t as organized as we’ve had in the past. They didn’t have life jackets for everyone which I didn’t…”

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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

“Great tour! We had a beautiful day, and got to snorkel, swim, enjoy the day. The staff, drinks, food, quality of the boat - all was wonderful! The check-in process could be improved a little, as was a little busy and chaotic.”

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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

“It was a great day to go out on the boat. The staff was great and they did a great job with the food and the drinks.”

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7.5-Hour Guided Sunset Boat Tour in Tamarindo Costa Rica

Experience Tamarindo’s coast with a 5-hour sunset boat tour featuring snorkeling, a private beach, buffet dinner, open bar, and stunning ocean views.

★ 4.5

“What a great way to spend our last day in Costa Rica. The whole experience was incredible. The crew was absolutely fantastic, friendly accommodating, we snorkeled and he showed us where to go to see cool fish and a stingray. Unfortunately we didn’t see any…”

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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

“Clear directions. Dedicated crew available for both divers & snorkellers. Clara was very responsive to individual family needs & all of us had different capability eg. I was seasick but was able to enjoy round 1 of ocean. Unfortunately mannity rays were not swimming near…”

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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

“Luis is the bomb! He was very patient with our group and pointed out so much wildlife to us once we reached the island. It was a wonderful learning experience and we took home with us memories that will last a lifetime.”

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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

“Beautiful cruise, wonderful lunch, plentiful drinks, relaxing swim and the most amazing sunset. I would highly recommend!!”

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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

“First we were a bit unsure because there were a lot of people joining the tour. But when we got on the boat it didn’t feel crowded at all! We all were very surprised and happy with the tour. The personal were great and on…”

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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

“Smaller boat with a great crew of two. Very attentive, professional and they made it fun too. Traditional Costa Rican food with fresh fruit. An open bar with just about anything desired.”

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