Pick up is on the beach. Check in with the boat rep prior to 1:15PM. Representative will have a Marlin del Rey shirt for identification.Meeting point Coco Beach : On the beach in front of Bar El Ancla in Playa de Coco.Meeting point TamarindoOn the beach in front of restaurant El Chiringuito.
Description
Snorkeling sunset catamaran sailing cruise along the Pacific Coast watching for humpback whales, orcas, dolphins, turtles and flying fish. Snorkel in secluded bay with included snorkeling equipment. Open bar is included for the duration of tour, and the crew will prepare a light meal and delicious snacks. Pull anchor, raise the sails and watch the spectacular pacific sunset sky explode into a multitude of colors. The tour ends as the sun sinks below the horizon.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Start times
12:15 PM, 12:30 PM, 12:45 PM, and 1:00 PM
Next available
Fri, Oct 9
Adult (ages 12+)
$138
Child (ages 6–11)
$85
Infant (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
Sunset Sail Snorkeling Tour
SUNSET SAIL SNORKELING TOUR: Catamaran sailing snorkeling tour along Costa Rica's Pacific Coast. Watch for whales, dolphins, turtles and flying fish. Snorkel in secluded bay. Lunch, snacks, alcoholic beverages.
Sunset Sail from Secrets
Pick up from all Playa Hermosa
Pickup included
Sunset Sail from Riu/RiuPalace
Pick up at the Reception Hotel
Pickup included
Sunset Sail from Westin/WHotel
Pickup included
Sunset Sail from Occ Papagayo
Pick up at Reception Hotel
Pickup included
Sunset Sail from Villas Sol
Pick up Bosque, Villas Sol
Pickup included
Sunset Sail fr Bosque del Mar
Pickup included
SunsetSail from Margaritaville
Pickup included
What's included
Included
Alcoholic and non alcoholic beverages.
Catamaran cruise along the Pacific Coast
Snacks
Light lunch
Snorkeling equipment
Not included
Transportation available for additional cost.
Pickup Locations & Times
Ground transportation is not included but can be arranged for an additional charge.
$20 per person from the following hotels: Riu Guancaste, Secrets Hotel, Mangroove,Casa Conde, Grand Occidental, Sol (portón principal), Condovac (portón principal), Hermosa Heights, Villa del Sueno, Hotel El Velero, Monte Paraiso, Bosque del Mar, Villa Acacia, Margarita Ville Flamingo, Marriot Conchal, Westin Conchal, JW Marriott Hacienda Pinilla
$10 per person additional charge - Hotel Windham Esplendor, Occidental Tamarindo, Cala Luna
Please message us to arrange ground transportation for your party if necessary
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.6
97 reviews
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How it compares in Playa Hermosa
No. 14 by number of reviews among 335 tours in Playa Hermosa
Starting price $138 is 22% below the typical $176 for tours of similar length in Playa Hermosa
Excurgo comparison of 335 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Not recommended for children aged 2 and under
Minimum drinking age is 21 years
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Weather permitting. Crew reserves the right to determine if necessary to cancel. If crew cancels, refund or alternate tour will be provided, dependent upon availability
Not recommended for person with disability that would preclude them from boarding catamaran via smaller skiff that could be rocking and unstable when standing.
Not responsible for damage to personal items brought on tour. Bring personal items at your own risk.
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 Guanacaste Snorkel and Sunset Cruise take?
Guanacaste Snorkel and Sunset Cruise lasts about 4 hours.
How much does Guanacaste Snorkel and Sunset Cruise cost?
Prices start at $138 per person for this Playa Hermosa experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 8 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Guanacaste Snorkel and Sunset Cruise run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 12:15 PM, 12:30 PM, 12:45 PM, and 1:00 PM.
How much does Guanacaste Snorkel and Sunset Cruise cost for children?
Children aged 6–11 pay from $85, adults from $138. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Guanacaste Snorkel and Sunset Cruise for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Ground transportation is not included but can be arranged for an additional charge.
$20 per person from the following hotels: Riu Guancaste, Secrets Hotel, Mangroove,Casa Conde, Grand Occidental, Sol (portón principal), Condovac (portón principal), Hermosa Heights, Villa del Sueno, Hotel El Velero, Monte Paraiso, Bosque del Mar, Villa Acacia, Margarita Ville Flamingo, Marriot Conchal, Westin Conchal, JW Marriott Hacienda Pinilla
$10 per person additional charge - Hotel Windham Esplendor, Occidental Tamarindo, Cala Luna
Please message us to arrange ground transportation for your party if necessary
Pickup points include Hotel Villa Del Sueno.
What languages is Guanacaste Snorkel and Sunset Cruise 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 75 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Not recommended for children aged 2 and under Children must be accompanied by an adult
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Guanacaste Snorkel and Sunset Cruise worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.6 out of 5 across 97 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Bill Beard Costa Rica.
Reviews(97)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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W4857TLmichaelm
September 14, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Sailing takes me away.
Kuna Vela Sailing was a great sunset sail and snorkel trip. The best skipper, Israel and first mate, Andres. we saw Turtles mating, dolphins leaping in front of the boat and got to sail back with 30-40 knot winds. Great time.
Operator response
Wonderful review, sorry I was not on-board, love the marine life and the sailing part. We make it a point to actually sail and search out marine life on our sunset and sailing cruises. Israel & Andres will sure be happy to see this. Thank you & Pura Vida,
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paulceja56
September 6, 2026 · via Viator
Our Sunset Cruise
The customer service was excellent from the time we were picked up at our hotel, on our water taxi to the catamaran. The crew was so friendly, accommodating, and throughly explained what we’d be doing.
The boat was gorgeous, fully stocked with whatever you wanted, We arrived at our snorkeling location, geared up, slid down a slide to get into the water and away we went. The water temperature was great, clear water, beautiful fish, and we saw an El Ray, a shark, sea turtle and it was like watching a Disney movie.
As we were departing we were treated to a tasting bbq chicken, beans, rice, salsa, fresh fruit and chocolate chip cookies.
This is a must do excursion.
Pura Vida
Operator response
Thank you, thank you, thank you. we can't thank you enough for the excellent and accurate review. That is what we try to do every day on our catamaran, sailing, snorkeling & sunset cruise. We are so happy that you were able to enjoy the complete experience that we offer and our crew will be ecstatic to read it. We have many more tours and hope that you will be able to enjoy some of them. Thank you again, we are always at your service for everything in Costa Rica. Warm Regards & Pura Vida.
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Jeffery_B
August 11, 2026 · via Viator
Awesome afternoon on the water
We travelled during shoulder season and this was the best activity. The catamaran had a capacity of 75 and there were 20 of us onboard. The crew provided awesome service the entire time. Not only was it an open bar but they brought drinks right out to us on deck the whole time. The food was fantastic, not your typical excursion type food. The private beach was so neat. Calm water lots of fish during snorkeling even saw a pufferfish which I haven’t seen elsewhere yet. Overall, a great experience - 100% recommend.
Operator response
Thank you Jeffrey, wonderful, we really appreciate your accurate review of our catamaran sailing-Sunset, snorkeling tour. The private beach is only accessible by boat and it's always calm with a lot of fish. I will be sure to let the crew know that they are doing an excellent job. Hopefully you will have time to enjoy some of our other adventure tours. Thank you again, best regards & Pura Vida.
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Stay22114253175
July 9, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Beautiful, private, and well done
We had such a good time. Not only did we have great piña coladas on the boat, but the snorkeling experience was amazing. We were on the most beautiful private beach and saw dolphins, blowfish, stingray, and many other types of fish while snorkeling. The food was good and we met some other great travellers on this experience.
Operator response
Thank you for the wonderful review. We are so happy that you took your time to write it. We will pass it along to the crew I can assure you they will be delighted. We offer a lot of tours and this one is by far one of the most popular and enjoyable. When I have friends & family visit I always make sure they go on this tour, particularly families with young ones. Many say it was the highlight of their trip to Costa Rica. Thank you again, safe travels and PURA VIDA>
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alyssat684
June 7, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Absolutely wonderful experience
We met Javier on the beach easily. The trip was one of our favorite activities of our whole trip. The whole crew was very welcoming and made the day so much fun. The food was wonderful (a big meal compared to the "light lunch" described). The ride was beautiful. The snorkeling was fantastic, we felt safe and like the whole trip was well organized. The open bar was a wonderful treat, and even my teenage son really enjoyed the smoothies.
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Operator response
"Absolutely" a "wonderful" review, thank you so much. You made our day. Our trips have about 10 parts and you enjoyed them all and we are so happy that you and your family had such a wonderful experience. I will pass your comments along to Javier and the other crew members. Hopefully you will have time to enjoy some of our other tours, Thank you again, warm regards & Pura Vida.
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Samantha_S
April 2, 2026 · via Viator
This was a wonderful...
This was a wonderful experience! The crew on the boat were so kind and accommodating, they were constantly checking in to see if we needed anytbing. The boat was clean and spacious despite all the people on board. The boat docked at a private beach where we were able to swim and snorkel. I would highly recommend this experience!!
Operator response
Great review, thank you for pointing out how good our crew and boat are. We (and the crew) work hard to have a great experience for our clients and we are happy you were able to enjoy the tour. Please enjoy some of our other tours if you have the time, Thank you & Pura Vida.
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Natasha_C
March 30, 2026 · via Viator
Amazing time!
Amazing time! Great staff, food, and music. Luis and Manny were fantastic! Pick up and drop off were easy
Operator response
Thank you Natasha, great review, I will let Luis & Manny know. Our crew works hard to make the trip enjoyable for everyone and I can assure you it's a labor of love. Hopefully you will be able to enjoy some of our other tours. Thank you again and Pura Vida.
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Barbara_B
March 20, 2026 · via Viator
A great afternoon.
A beautiful trip with plenty of time to snorkel or swim. Food was outstanding, unlimited bar with a huge variety of drinks. Staff were friendly and helpful getting I. & out of the water.
Operator response
Thank you Barbara for your kind review. We try hard to offer a great product and we are really happy that you recognized that and enjoyed it. Hopefully you will be able to experience some of our other adventure tours. Thank you again & Pura Vida
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Paul_W
March 11, 2026 · via Viator
Tour Cancelled
We followed all instructions for meetup and about 30 minutes after the scheduled start of the tour we were informed through Viator that the tour was cancelled. Frustrating to plan our day around this tour and have such a lack of communication and did not even find out until we inquired. Viator did nothing wrong but bummed to not get to experience this as it was too late in the day at that point to schedule a different boat tour.
Operator response
Thank you for your feedback, and we’re truly sorry for the inconvenience you experienced.
Unfortunately, the boat used for this tour had to be closed that day, and regrettably that update was not communicated to you in time. We completely understand how frustrating it is to plan your day around a tour only to learn about the cancellation after arriving at the meeting point.
This was not the experience we want for our guests, and we sincerely apologize for the lack of communication. We appreciate you bringing this to our attention so we can continue improving our coordination and ensure updates are shared with guests much sooner in situations like this.
We truly hope you were still able to enjoy your time in Costa Rica, and we would love the opportunity to welcome you back for a better experience in the future.
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Madison_B
March 2, 2026 · via Viator
Great Time!
It was a fun experience and we got see jumping mantarays (?) but the snorkelling wasn't too clear and didn't see much. We had some good drinks on board and had a great time overall.
Operator response
Thank you Madison, You saw Mobula Rays aka devil rays, great experience, they usually travel in schools of 500 or more. Sorry the visibility wasn't better, probably was on the tide change. We are happy you had a "great time overall" Hopefully you will have time to enjoy some more of our adventure tours. Thanks again, best regards & Pura Vida.
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