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Set sail from Playa Flamingo on a private 65' catamaran for snorkeling, a BBQ lunch and frequent wildlife sightings. This 4+ hour tour pairs comfortable cruising with shore‑adjacent snorkel stops and a full bar.
Set sail from Playa Flamingo on a private 65' catamaran for snorkeling, a BBQ lunch and frequent wildlife sightings. This 4+ hour tour pairs comfortable cruising with shore‑adjacent snorkel stops and a full bar.
Salt spray and heat from the deck wind across your face as the catamaran slips away from a sandy cove near Playa Flamingo. The Pacific opens ahead in sheets of blue; sea birds wheel and, if you're lucky, a pod of dolphins slices the bow wake. Onboard, the crew hauls sail and prepares a charcoal BBQ while the engine hums low and the boat finds a calm bay for snorkeling.
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Operated by Marlin del Rey Catamaran Sailing Tours · Playa Flamingo, Guanacaste
Salt spray and heat from the deck wind across your face as the catamaran slips away from a sandy cove near Playa Flamingo. The Pacific opens ahead in sheets of blue; sea birds wheel and, if you're lucky, a pod of dolphins slices the bow wake. Onboard, the crew hauls sail and prepares a charcoal BBQ while the engine hums low and the boat finds a calm bay for snorkeling.
This stretch of Guanacaste coast has long been a working shoreline—fishermen, shrimpers and ranches shaped its human history—and the outcroppings offshore are volcanic in origin, basalt reefs and rock islands that host corals, rays and turtles. Local fishing villages like Flamingo and Brasilito traded goods here for generations; today the economy blends that coastal culture with sportfishing and marine tourism.
Expect 4+ hours aboard a 65' custom catamaran with an included lunch, full bar and snorkel gear. Wildlife sightings—dolphins, green sea turtles, flying fish and seasonal humpbacks—are common; the captain chooses calm snorkeling sites based on conditions. Water can be glassy in the morning and bumpier by late afternoon, so timing changes the feel of the trip.
Practical tip: arrive with reef‑safe sunscreen, a secure dry bag and swim shoes; follow crew safety briefings for ladder use and snorkeling zones. If you want photographs underwater, bring your own mask or an action camera; the operator supplies basic snorkel equipment. For a mellow half‑day of marine life, salty wind and grilled chicken, this private charter is a straightforward way to experience Guanacaste from the sea.
The trip runs about 4 hours and 15 minutes; it includes lunch (BBQ chicken), bottled water, sodas, alcoholic beverages from the full bar, and basic snorkel equipment.
Yes—dolphins and sea turtles are commonly seen, flying fish and rays are frequent, and seasonal humpback whale sightings occur at times of the year.
The tour is suitable for all fitness levels, but non‑swimmers should remain on deck or use flotation provided; children must be supervised and able to follow crew safety briefings.
Full refunds are available if you cancel at least 24 hours before departure; bad weather may also result in refunds or rescheduling.
Marlin del Rey Catamaran Sailing Tours operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
Salt spray and heat from the deck wind across your face as the catamaran slips away from a sandy cove near Playa Flamingo. The Pacific opens ahead in sheets of blue; sea birds wheel and, if you're lucky, a pod of dolphins slices the bow wake. Onboard, the crew hauls sail and prepares a charcoal BBQ while the engine hums low and the boat finds a calm bay for snorkeling.
Salt spray and heat from the deck wind across your face as the catamaran slips away from a sandy cove near Playa Flamingo. The Pacific opens ahead in sheets of blue; sea birds wheel and, if you're lucky, a pod of dolphins slices the bow wake. Onboard, the crew hauls sail and prepares a charcoal BBQ while the engine hums low and the boat finds a calm bay for snorkeling.
This stretch of Guanacaste coast has long been a working shoreline—fishermen, shrimpers and ranches shaped its human history—and the outcroppings offshore are volcanic in origin, basalt reefs and rock islands that host corals, rays and turtles. Local fishing villages like Flamingo and Brasilito traded goods here for generations; today the economy blends that coastal culture with sportfishing and marine tourism.
Expect 4+ hours aboard a 65' custom catamaran with an included lunch, full bar and snorkel gear. Wildlife sightings—dolphins, green sea turtles, flying fish and seasonal humpbacks—are common; the captain chooses calm snorkeling sites based on conditions. Water can be glassy in the morning and bumpier by late afternoon, so timing changes the feel of the trip.
Practical tip: arrive with reef‑safe sunscreen, a secure dry bag and swim shoes; follow crew safety briefings for ladder use and snorkeling zones. If you want photographs underwater, bring your own mask or an action camera; the operator supplies basic snorkel equipment. For a mellow half‑day of marine life, salty wind and grilled chicken, this private charter is a straightforward way to experience Guanacaste from the sea.