5
Exciting
The experience was great. You meet at the beach, take a small boat to catamaran. Then snorkeling, food, then sunset.
Blue Dolphin - Public Catamaran Tour - Tamarindo
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At a glance
- Duration
- 4h 30min
- Price from
- $90 / person
- Location
- Tamarindo, Costa Rica
- Rating
- 4.6 / 5 · 989 reviews
- Languages
- EN, ES
- Group
- Small group, up to 45
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Blue Dolphin Sailing
- Meeting point
- Meeting point and boarding are on the beach in front of El Chirinquito restaurant, 100 yards south of the rotunda.
Description
A trip to Tamarindo is not complete without a day spent on the ocean, and there is no better way to enjoy the beauty and wonder of the Costa Rica sea than with Blue Dolphin Sailing. Blue Dolphin is the original and longest operating sailing tour company in Costa Rica, operating since 2004. Blue Dolphin 1 is a 40’ open layout catamaran and Blue Dolphin 2 is a large, 50’ cruising style catamaran. Whether you’re traveling solo, as a couple, a family and friends or a business group, the Blue Dolphin’s professional, licensed crew will make you feel welcome and part of our family. So come aboard, relax and enjoy the ride with us! Tours during high season are likely to sell-out, so book early. Reservation cut-off time is 11:30 am day of tour.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 1:00 PM
- Next available
- Fri, Oct 9
- Adult (ages 12+)
- $90
- Youth (ages 6–11)
- $60
- Child (ages 0–5)
- Free
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 8.
Tour Options
What's included
Included
-Restroom
-Stand up paddle board
-Drinks: variety of sodas, juices, beer, white wine, Cacique, vodka, rum, tequila, and water
-Swimming
-Pool Noodles
-Meal: chicken fajitas, black beans, salad, fruit platter, vegetable tray, homemade banana bread
-Kayaks
-Snorkeling Gear
Not included
-Towels
-Sunscreen
-Gratuities (15% -20% recommended)
-Transportation (can be arranged for an additional charge)
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.6
989 reviews
How it compares in Tamarindo
- No. 4 by number of reviews among 506 tours in Tamarindo
- Starting price $90 is 34% below the typical $136 for tours of similar length in Tamarindo
Excurgo comparison of 506 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please arrive 15 minutes prior to tour start time in order to get checked-in.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Blue Dolphin - Public Catamaran Tour - Tamarindo take?
Blue Dolphin - Public Catamaran Tour - Tamarindo lasts about 4h 30min.
How much does Blue Dolphin - Public Catamaran Tour - Tamarindo cost?
Prices start at $90 per person for this Tamarindo experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Blue Dolphin - Public Catamaran Tour - Tamarindo run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 1:00 PM.
How much does Blue Dolphin - Public Catamaran Tour - Tamarindo cost for children?
Children aged 0–5 pay nothing, adults from $90.
Can I cancel Blue Dolphin - Public Catamaran Tour - Tamarindo for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Meeting point and boarding are on the beach in front of El Chirinquito restaurant, 100 yards south of the rotunda. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Blue Dolphin - Public Catamaran Tour - Tamarindo offered in?
The experience is available in EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 45 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Blue Dolphin - Public Catamaran Tour - Tamarindo worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.6 out of 5 across 989 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Blue Dolphin Sailing.
Reviews(989)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
B
Great experience,...
Great experience, beautiful sunset and tasty food! Guys were very accommodating and we had a great time!
S
Great boat trip, not much snorkeling
Overall the boat was organized, safe and enjoyable. We are glad we did this tour. However regarding the main activity- snorkeling- you are mostly on your own. ‘Too many waves, so we cannot help this’, ‘The fish are near rocks but don’t go there’. So we were left with hardly any snorkeling at all. But the ride, music and drinks were fun.
3
8/10 is my rating
Everything was excellent, the food was very good, the guys were very kind and respectful.
C
Excellent fun trip great employees!
Excellent fun trip great employees!
N
Unsafe
This was not an enjoyable excursion for two reasons: (1) the “captain” was drinking and flirting with the girls on board, leaving the “job” unattended. Safety was an issue for us. (2) the “captain” made a couple of derogatory comments about LGBTQ+ passengers on board that did not sit well. Overall, not recommended. There are safer options to book from. Not worth the $$$
D
Awesome Experience!
It was beyond our expectations! The crew was amazing, the food and snacks were refreshing and the assortment of drinks was great for all ages. Would definitely go again! The sunset was surreal!
M
Boat trip
We had a great time. Seas were big and a two out of ten did not feel great but the crew were friendly and took great care of us. Seeing the land from the ocean was amazing. Came back just in time for sun set!
D
chilled and fun
This was a really fun and chilled way to spend an afternoon. The staff on the boat were really attentive and the food was some of the best we had on a trip like this during our 3 week stay in Costa Rica - and we did quite a few. We were lucky enough to see some turtles, the sunset was amazing and the time to swim in the ocean was perfect. We had a little one with us and she was well taken care of and considered too, despite it being more of a grown up activity.
3
A wonderful experience
We had a wonderful sunset cruise. After boarding the boat, we were welcomed with a cocktail. The drinks were plentiful and the music was great. We were with our family of 4, 18 year old and 15 year old. They both had fun as well. The area we swam in had a bit of a current so you needed to stay close to the boat. My son and husband made the swim to the beach which was a bit more difficult than they expected. The food provided on the boat was amazing. The banana bread was worth the entire trip.
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