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Jenna_B, Sep 2026
Relaxing morning on the estuary
I booked this tour last minute to see a different part of Tamarindo and my boyfriend and I had a great time! Ivan was so knowledgeable about the wildlife and would point out animals we could barely see. We saw a couple small crocodiles, lots of birds, and he took us on a short walk to see monkeys. From pickup to drop off, our experience was great and gave us a relaxing morning!
Jennifer_W, Aug 2026
Great views, fun excursion
This was a fun sunset cruise. The views from the catamaran were amazing and we enjoyed the stop to snorkel and eat lunch. It was a little scary that the open bar was available prior to snorkeling, but all’s well that ends well? The boat guides were super nice and laid back - made for a very enjoyable afternoon.
Ashley_H, Aug 2026
Super fun!
We had a wonderful time on the catamaran cruise! The snorkeling was great, and the sunset was absolutely beautiful. The food provided was delicious, and we really enjoyed the smaller, more intimate feel of the boat—it felt almost like a fun family outing with the other passengers. The meeting place was also very easy to find. Overall, a fantastic experience we would definitely recommend!
manuel_n, Aug 2026
The one excursion you must do in Guanacaste
Horseback riding, river white-water tubing, zipline like 9 sections, lunch, then hotspring, all day event of 9-11 hours, the group was around 25 people, not a big bus, so timing of all events, including hotel drop off was a breeze. This is truly the one you must do if are in Guanacaste, all others are secondary if you have more time.
Grace_B, Aug 2026
Adventure-filled day!
It’s a full day so bring some snacks and water bottles filled with water. Bring tips for the nature tour guide, the tubing guide and the all-day guide. The tubing can get rough if it has recently rained so the tubes should be clipped to at least one other. We went when it had been dry and my tube still flipped. If it hadn’t been for frebasio who tubed with our party, who knows the river backwards and forwards, I could have gotten badly hurt. He and Allen, our all-day guide, were wonderful. We saw several animals and native trees/plants, the gorgeous waterfall and a very fun time tubing the river with many exciting rapids!
Christine_B, Jul 2026
Beautiful day at Llanos...
Beautiful day at Llanos de Cortes. We swam in the natural pool surrounding the waterfall. Pleasant temperature. Worth a quick swim and some great photos. Saw Howler monkeys in the trees above.
Next we went to the Sloth natural reserve. Saw 3-4 sloths but were treated by one climbing down from his tree to take care of his weekly bathroom run. Also saw lots of other wildlife here.
The lunch was amazing with lots of native Costa Rican foods. Toucans played in the trees right by our dining area.
Finally we made it to Rio Celeste only in time for it to pour. We did successfully make it to the falls but the water lost its blue color due to all the silt from the rain. The falls did have an impressive amount of water pouring down. As the rain finished up, we headed back down and all the wildlife emerged- a family of Coati, a Capuchin monkey, a Motmot, an anole, walking sticks, etc.
We all very much enjoyed the day.
Courtney_R, Jul 2026
A Top Notch Experience!
Both relaxing and fun! We enjoyed outstanding food & fun cocktails, were in great company with those that attended, & were spoiled by Angel & crew! The music was terrific, the sunset spectacular, there was plenty of time to enjoy the water, & we saw dolphins and sea turtles.
Mason_C, Jul 2026
It’s incredible! Luis and...
It’s incredible! Luis and the crew are really attentive to your needs and are always making sure you’re comfortable. We mentioned we didn’t drink and they were very attentive to that and made sure all of our pina coladas and margaritas didn’t have alcohol. They have lots of alternative options. The private beach and dinner were phenomenal! We were in paradise the whole time.
Manuel_M, May 2026
I recommend booking this one!
An unforgettable afternoon adventure
Snorkeling was the highlight—crystal-clear waters filled with vibrant fish and even a few stingrays gliding by. The crew impressed us with freshly prepared food that was far better than expected. Unfortunately, heavy rain rolled in before sunset, cutting the trip a bit short, but it hardly diminished the experience. Overall, a fantastic outing that I would gladly recommend to others.
Amos_H, May 2026
Staff is kind, friendly,...
Staff is kind, friendly, professional, and patient. I personally struggled with a class due to my nerves and anxiety. However, the staff was very patient with me even with extra time to help me get comfortable enough to dive. Personally, I was unable to do the activity, but I would recommend this to anyone that wants to try scuba. This is a great place to learn mainly because of how patient thorough and understanding the staff is.
Big thanks to Ramon for spending extra time in the water with me trying to help me get comfortable with the activity and equipment!
Rosie_M, Apr 2026
Had an Amazing Time!
We had such an amazing time! The crew did such a great job making sure everyone was always taken care of and had drinks if they wanted them. The music was great as well as the food. The wind was a little strong the day we went so the conditions weren’t as good for snorkeling but I was still able to see some cool fish! The food was great as well and I would definitely recommend it to anyone who is considering booking it.
Joseph_D, Feb 2026
Great Day of Sailing and Snorkeling
The crew of the Marlin del Rey took great care of us from start to finish. The boat was clean and comfortable. The scenery and the sunset were outstanding. The snorkeling was fabulous. The drinks flowed non-stop and the food was tasty. Our whole group had a wonderful time. Would book this adventure again in a heartbeat. Highly recommended.
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Tamarindo cruises are the perfect addition to any Costa Rican itinerary, and you can choose the exact tour that fits your style: Go snorkeling and swimming with a private charter, hop on a sailboat for a full day of exploring, or take a Tempisque River cruise and try to spot some monkeys and crocodiles. There are even sunset cruises available that truly encapsulate Costa Rica’s pura vida lifestyle.
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