There were very few fish. There wasn’t much to see. Wouldn’t recommend. Lots of other adventures available that are more worth it.
事業者からの返答
Thank you for taking the time to share such detailed feedback. We’re sorry to hear the experience did not meet your expectations. Marine life sightings are naturally variable and can depend on weather, water conditions, and other factors beyond our control. While we understand that you would have preferred to see more fish, we strive to provide an enjoyable experience while setting realistic expectations about wildlife encounters.
We appreciate your comments and will continue working to provide our guests with the best possible experience.
Pura Vida,
Native's Way
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metav2026
April 6, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Fun Snorkeling
William is a great guide. The snorkeling wasn't that clear but was still good. William showed us cool things both in the water and on the island. We had a fun time!
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Dream487861
January 25, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Snorkeling and kayak fun!
A very lovely time! We got good instructions and information about our trip! We stayed safe and it was glorious!
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Ron F
November 29, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Kayaking and snorkeling Captain Island.
Excellent adventure to Captain Island. The unique experience on this tour is all the incredible seashells on the island and the tiny crabs . To start you will kayak through the surf and paddle about 15-20 minutes until you reach Captain Island. Once ashore your guide will set you up with your snorkel gear and off you go to see marine life. We stayed close to the rocks and along the island and saw some great fish our guide was excellent finding a spectacular blue starfish for my wife and family to behold. . Be careful when you first reach the island there are a lot of rocks just beneath the surface. Watch your steps easy to fall over. Great adventure relatively easy paddle to the island. Highlights are the seashells and crabs on the island.
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Mobile686557
July 26, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Kayak
William was absolutely wonderful. We would definitely do this to her again. The snorkeling was incredible and the national park.
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sean_h
January 4, 2025 · via Viator
The waves were 2-3 feet...
The waves were 2-3 feet and it was an adventure paddling over the break to get off the beach.
We got to the tiny island and realized we wouldn't be able to see anything snorkeling because the waves were kicking up too much sand. The waves were breaking pretty hard over the reef by the island so we waited around for a while to see if the waves would die down. They didn't, and getting back was an adventure and felt a little dangerous. We did capsize once getting back because of the waves, but it was near land and not a big deal.
If we had known we wouldn't be able to snorkel I would have found something different to do with the 2.5 hours. I did this with my 11 year old son and it was definitely an adventure for us and a decent bit of exercise for me, but not at all what we were expecting. My son was super bored on the island, except for looking at the hermit crabs.
I was worried about the waves when we took off, but I figured the island might be more sheltered and we could see some stuff, which turned out not to be the case. I wish the tour company had been more upfront that the waves meant it was unlikely we would be able to really snorkel, if they had we would have found something else to do, maybe just play on the beach in the waves.
If our experience is any indication, if the waves are 2-3 feet or more, this is a wavy and vigorous kayak journey without snorkeling.
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LeAnn_S
December 27, 2024 · via Viator
Great little adventure
This was really fun! Our guide was very knowledgeable and fun. Island is very tiny but cool things to explore
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kellieg580
November 13, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
No visibility snorkeling
The kayaking was fun but the snorkeling was not. Not sure if it was because of the weather but you couldn’t even see a foot in front of you. If you decide to go I would definitely recommend water shoes not that they really helpful on the very slippery rocks, when getting out on the island. But if you're a little squeamish about slimy feeling rocks it helps. Our guide slipped and fell hard, hopefully he was really ok ( as he said) and two people cut their hands on the rocks. It takes quite a while to get each person one at a time into the water ( we had 6 in our group). So by the time everyone was in we were more than ready to get out because you couldn’t see anything. The pineapple at the end was delicious and we did have some laughs!
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Roger_M
October 28, 2024 · via Viator
Over hyped
Kayaking was ok but the "snorkeling" was highly over sold. We basically spent $100 each to paddle to an island and look for sea shells
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mckenzies997
August 24, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Great excursion right in Tamarindo!
We did a morning kayaking and snorkeling excursion with Native's Way, and it was amazing! We got to see cool sea creatures, including starfish, tropical fish, and more! The guides were very knowledgeable and made us feel very safe and welcomed!