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Whale watching Combo Tour Marino Ballena National Park (mid day)

Humpback whales swim thousands of miles every year to spawn in Drake Bay’s tropical waters, while several species of dolphins reside here year-round. This family-friendly boat tour allows you to see these marine mammals up close and provides an onboard hydrophone, so you can hear their song-like noises. During the tour, your guide provides helpful information on topics such as ocean conservation and marine biology.

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Dolphin and Whale Watching Tour in Drake Bay as seen on National Geographic

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Dolphin Watching with Costa Rican Companies

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from $135

Blue Dolphin - Public Catamaran Tour - Tamarindo

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from $66

4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Half-Day Dolphin Watching and Snorkeling in Samara

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Grab your passport and head over the border for a whistle-stop tour of Nicaragua’s best bits from Costa Rica. Take in the views from Catarina Volcano, haggle over handicrafts at the Masaya Artisan Market and visit the active Masaya Volcano. After a delicious lunch of typical Nicaraguan cuisine, explore the colonial town of Granada, where you can marvel over the historic architecture and admire views of Mombacho Volcano. Finally, set sail across Lake Nicaragua for a 1-hour sunset cruise, stopping to meet the friendly monkeys of Monkey Island along the way.

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Granada, Nicaragua One Day Tour from Costa Rica -Native's Way Costa Rica Tours & Packages

Nicaragua Full Day Tour from Costa Rica

15 hoursFree Cancellation

We offer a more familiar, educational and relaxing trip which allow you to enjoy the nature as well as fun for the whole family and visitors. We have some music on board to listen, but when there is an opportunity to have some fun dancing our guides and crew will be always ready to. Our delicious lunch or dinner prepare fresh onboard are always well recommended and people just love it. Sunset during the dry season are stunning. Our crew will make a big difference also all the time.

Catamaran and Snorkeling Tour in Costa Rica

Catamaran and Snorkeling Tour in Costa Rica

The Original Canopy Tour Monteverde, Zipline

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2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Arenal 12 Zipline Cables Experience Fly over La Fortuna Waterfall

Zipline through Costa Rican rainforest on a canopy tour that goes over the spectacular La Fortuna Waterfall—an exciting opportunity not offered on similar excursions. Between cables, take in views of Arenal Volcano and Cerro Chato and talk to your guides about the La Fortuna area. No experience is needed and almost anyone who is interested in Costa Rica’s biodiversity will enjoy this immersive adventure.

Arenal 12 Zipline Cables Experience Fly over La Fortuna Waterfall

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Tamarindo Private Fishing Charter – Drinks & Snacks

We are all about fishing the stunning waters of Tamarindo, our local crew will know exactly where the best fishing spots will be on the day of your tour. Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain and 1st mate can tell you all about their experience fishing in the gorgeous Pacific waters of Costa Rica. Not only they will give you a good insight on different types of fishing that are popular in the area but if you’re lucky enough they can fillet the fish for you so you can take with you or enjoy a fresh sashimi on board. You´ll be fishing aboard a 26ft Mako center console that holds up to 5 passengers, it has outriggers, and all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. There´s a toilet on board for your convenience. You´ll find rods, reels, and tackle waiting for you as well as lures. Trips are run with the help of a First mate, a 10-20% tip is customary to show your appreciation for their hard work (not included in tour price). Now, come aboard with us and get hooked!

Tamarindo Private Fishing Charter – Drinks & Snacks

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Learn the basics of scuba diving under the watchful eye of your guide on this introductory course departing from Tamarindo. Begin at TamaDive Tamarindo Diving Center, then enjoy two dives at different sites with a break in between, using the scuba equipment provided so you don't have to worry about a thing. Hotel pickup is available from select Tamarindo locations for even more convenience.

Try Scuba Diving / Basic Diver

7 hoursFree Cancellation

Snorkeling stops, sunshine, and unobstructed views of Costa Rica's shoreline make this sunset catamaran cruise the ideal way to end your day—and the open bar doesn't hurt. Join a friendly crew (as well as dolphins, turtles, and flying fish) to make the most of the day's last rays on this perfectly timed tour, which ends just as the sun sinks below the horizon. Hotel pickup is included for added convenience.

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Guanacaste Snorkel and Sunset Cruise

Sunset sailing on a classic sailboat in Jaco and Herradura

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2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Enjoy the thrill of this all-day adventure that includes some of the best outdoor fun. Get your adrenaline pumping on an exciting zipline tour, horseback riding through epic landscapes, and tubing along a flowing river. This memorable tour includes a visit to natural hot springs, a volcanic mud bath, and a full buffet lunch. It's the best way to experience the natural wonder of Costa Rica!

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Ziplining in the canyon - Guachipelin Adventure Combo in Rincon de la Vieja Volcano - Native's Way Costa Rica Tours & Packages

Guachipelin Adventure Volcano Zipline Horseback River Tubing Combo

12 hoursFree Cancellation

Private Snorkeling Tour by boat in Flamingo Beach

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Exchange the sun and surf for a high-flying adventure in the misty Monteverde Cloud Forest on this full-day combo tour. Fly through the forest canopy on a 15-cable zipline course featuring a Superman cable and Tarzan swing, and slow down for a closer look at Monteverde's rich biodiversity while walking through the treetops along hanging bridges. In between adventures, refuel with a typical Costa Rican lunch (select tours only).

Hanging Bridges Monteverde Cloud Forest - Native's Way Costa Rica Tours & Packages

Zipline and Hanging Bridges Combo Tour in Monteverde Cloud Forest

12 hoursFree Cancellation

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Zip line, Hot Springs, horses and More Aventure.

8 hoursFree Cancellation

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Our tour begins at the Curú Wildlife Refuge, a place where you can observe a large number of wild animals before departure time or after the tour. We are local people who know the coast and the behavior of cetaceans and marine animals very well, which allows us to provide a quality service without affecting the marine life of the place, with more than twenty years of experience. We carried out the sightings in the Paquera Responsible Fishing Marine Area, a place that Humpback whales visit to have their calves and take care of them for 2 or 3 months.

Whale and Dolphin Watching in Puntarenas

Whale and Dolphin Watching in Puntarenas

!!! TIERED PRICING (2-15 guest) !!! Discover the wild and beautiful coastline of Tamarindo, which you can admire from our rooftop with a 360° view. Far from the crowds, our catamaran will drop anchor a few meters from a wild beach that you can reach by swimming or enjoy water activities (paddleboarding, snorkeling, water mats, etc.). This excursion offers the perfect blend of relaxation and excitement, with delicious local cuisine and an open bar. Thanks to our dedicated staff and a variety of water activities, this excursion is ideal for families, couples, and groups looking for a unique and unforgettable “nature” experience!

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from $105

Tamarindo Snorkeling and Whale Watching Tour

Tamarindo Snorkeling and Whale Watching Tour

8 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $1,480

Tour de pesca alrededor de la costa de Mal País y Santa Teresa. También podemos observar mucha vida Mariana cómo Delfines, Manta rayas, Tortugas, Ballenas etc.. Los pescados capturados los pueden llevar para la cena y disfrutar de su frescura. Nunca comerás un pescado tan fresco. Si sueñas con pescar un Atún, Mahí Mahí, Roosterfish y algún otro pez del pacífico está es tu opción.

Inshore Fishing trip 4 hours

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Catalina Island Diving Tour From Tamarindo - Certified Only

5 hoursFree Cancellation

4-Hour Private Sunset Tour from Del Coco Beach - Evil Panda Boat

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Skip crowded boat tours for this private yacht experience packed with watersport activities. The crew helps you maximize your time on the ocean and takes you to the best spots for swimming and fishing with tournament-grade equipment. Your boat has gear for nearly any water activity, including wakeboarding, waterskiing, tubing, snorkeling, stand-up paddleboarding, and more. An onboard lunch is included.

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Yacht Experience (48 ft) with Snorkeling & Water Sports 4 hrs

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This is not a traditional tour, but a fully personalized experience. Each tour is guided by a local expert who knows the area, its history and its natural wealth. Passionate about your work, your guide will be in charge of adapting the experience to your interests, sharing authentic knowledge and accompanying them at all times, making sure they enjoy every detail and feel cared for and safe throughout the adventure.

Private Tour in Caño Island

8 hoursFree Cancellation

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Nicaragua Full Day Tour from Costa Rica

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Mohsin_K, Jul 2026

Amazing Day Trip to Nicaragua

This tour was more than worth the money! So much was packed into the day and it was an amazing way to see Nicaragua if you’re short on time. The tour guides were so helpful and kept spirits high during this very long day. Would highly recommend this tour

The Original Canopy Tour Monteverde, Zipline

Pe_B, Jun 2026

More than just zipliining!

Fantastic ziplining experience, including a Tarzan swing, rappelling, and climbing a monkey ladder through the trunk of a tree! All of the staff ensured safety was first and they had fun attitudes the entire experience! Amazing views of the jungle. Fast-paced. Very fun!

Zipline and Hanging Bridges Combo Tour in Monteverde Cloud Forest

Robert_I, May 2026

An Experience not to be missed

I can see why this is a must do excursion for Monte Verde. Well organized and great team of staff who accompany you through the zip lines. Lovely views of the cloud forest while zipping along. Tarzan swing was a huge hit for the brave people in our group. If Tarzan swing was too tame for you, you can pay for the Superman position on the last zipline. The Hanging Bridges were opportunity to see the cloud forest from a closer distance. Even saw a howler monkey on one of the bridges. We think he enjoyed being the center of attention. It’s an experience that we would all do again.

Zip line, Hot Springs, horses and More Aventure.

tyler_s, May 2026

Everything about this...

Everything about this experience was amazing! Definitely book if you're looking for a taste of everything and don't have much time. I can't say enough about how wonderful Marlena is. She's very knowledgeable, kind, patient, and made the experience for me and my girlfriend something we will never forget. We ended up leaving an expensive bag of makeup & a polaroid camera behind and she made the effort to make sure we got the items back before we headed back home. Book with Marlena!

Try Scuba Diving / Basic Diver

Andrea_U, Apr 2026

What an unforgettable...

What an unforgettable experience! Gonzo was an incredible dive guide — patient, knowledgeable, and made us feel completely at ease throughout the entire dive. Thanks to his expertise, we were treated to an absolutely breathtaking underwater world. We saw manta rays, stingrays, and sharks, plus a stunning variety of colorful fish and beautiful starfish. It was like swimming through a nature documentary! Costa Rica’s underwater scenery truly blew us away. If you’re looking for a world-class diving experience with a guide who genuinely cares about your comfort and enjoyment, look no further. We cannot recommend Gonzo and this dive enough — already dreaming of our next trip back!

Blue Dolphin - Public Catamaran Tour - Tamarindo

Paige_D, Apr 2026

Great Experience!

We had a great catamaran experience with our two boys (18 and 15)! The boat ride itself was awesome, and during the stop you have the option to stay on the boat, snorkel near the reef, or head up to the beach. We chose to snorkel and saw a stingray near the sandy shoreline, lots of puffer fish, sea cucumbers, colorful tropical fish, and even an eel! The tour guides were very kind and the music was enjoyable and not too loud, which we appreciated. Lunch was very good, and the homemade banana bread was absolutely outstanding! It was quite wavy on our trip and a couple of other travelers did end up getting seasick but the crew was quick to respond and very helpful to them. Great excursion!

Dolphin Watching with Costa Rican Companies

Jennifer_S, Apr 2026

This is a must

Our experience was unbelievable. Everything was five star. We saw a pod of dolphins that had a Mom and baby dolphin. We were able to see humpback whales. My 12-year-old loved going off the slide of the boat to snorkel. The snorkeling isn’t the greatest but that didn’t bother anyone. Our group was lucky enough that we had wonderful people also on the tour with us that we’ve befriended. The pick up spot was easy to find. Even where we launched the boat on Playa Carrillo, there was great tide pools for my son to explore great shells and sea glass we found. All the tour guides were great, very informative and helpful. They gave us fresh fruit at the end. They gave water and juice. Bring a hat bring your camera bring sunglasses and a rash card and lots of sunscreen.

Private Snorkeling Tour by boat in Flamingo Beach

Emily_C, Mar 2026

Perfect morning on the Pacific!

We had an amazing day with Frank! He was extremely knowledgeable about the area and the marine life we were seeing. We saw dolphins and rays jumping, sea turtles mating (🫣) and so many bright and colorful fish while snorkeling. We even caught a skipjack tuna and while we were snorkeling, Frank prepared us a delicious sashimi plate with avocado and a side of chips and fresh guacamole. Perfect morning on the Pacific!

Dolphin and Whale Watching Tour in Drake Bay as seen on National Geographic

Royale_U, Feb 2026

Amazing day on the water with whales and dolphins

This was by far the best experience of my trip. Seeing a momma and baby whale up close and watching the baby play was a one in a lifetime experience. They picked me up in Drake Bay and we headed out. We found the whales quickly and our guide was very informative. Then we went in search of dolphins. They'd just had a big feed and were resting. Not as playful as they could've been, but still fun to watch. We had lunch by a waterfall and then returned to the whales. By now the baby was restless and playful. She put on a good show of rolling onto her back, slapping her dorsal fin and tail. This was by far the best experience of my trip. Seeing a momma and baby whale up close and watching the baby play was a one in a lifetime experience. They picked me up in Drake Bay and we headed out. We found the whales quickly and our guide was very informative. Then we went in search of dolphins. They'd just had a big feed and were resting. Not as playful as they could've been, but still fun to watch. We had lunch by a waterfall and then returned to the whales. By now the baby was restless and playful. She put on a good show of rolling onto her back, slapping her dorsal fin and tail.

Guanacaste Snorkel and Sunset Cruise

Christina_C, Jan 2026

Great fun

I had planned to go with a friend but she got sick, so I was solo. I was picked up at my hotel by a lovely driver (Juan) who was very friendly. The boat staff were terrific and we had a good time snorkeling, with a tasty chicken lunch after. The sunset was beautiful and we even saw a whale breach. Highly recommend!

Half-Day Dolphin Watching and Snorkeling in Samara

Chris_G, Jan 2026

Definitely do this tour! Whales! Dolphins! Fish!

This was an AMAZING excursion!! We had Allan, Mo, Jorge the Capitan and Jason (we think it was Jason-pink flamingo shorts) They found us humpback whales which made the entire tour for me. Allan and Jorge knew a lot about the whales and shared a ton of great info. We then traveled further and encountered a pod of dolphins who swam playfully around the boat. Lastly we snorkeled and saw colorful fish followed by fresh local fruit on the boat. Sámara Adventures had an excellent crew, beautiful boat and a top notch experience. 10/10 highly recommend. We just hope the rest of the group tipped them as well because they all deserved it.