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Playa Samara Ocean Kayak and Snorkeling

Sámara, Costa Rica
  • 3 hours (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Enjoy half a day on the water, kayaking and snorkeling around Chora Island, with reassuring back-up from a guide and group. Departing from Samara Beach, you’ll paddle to the small offshore island. Swim and snorkel in the sea, admiring the underwater world while learning more about local marine biodiversity from your guide. This half-day tour means you can fit other activities into your day, too.
  • Includes the use of kayaks and snorkeling gear
  • Bottled water and fruit will be provided to keep you refreshed
  • A fun activity for outdoor adventure sport enthusiasts
  • Make new friends on a group tour

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • Use of Snorkeling equipment
    Use of Snorkelling equipment
  • Snacks
    Fruits

    Meeting and Pickup

    Pickup points

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    Arranged start time

    Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.
    • 07/10/2021 - 05/06/2027

      Monday - Sunday : 12:00 AM - 11:30 PM

    Itinerary

    1

    Isla Chora

    2 hours Admission Ticket Free

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Infant seats available
    • Most travelers can participate
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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    Featured review

    Melissa_V
    It was educational, fun and relaxing all in one fun trip—the guide was great! The water was clear and snorkeling was amazing.

    Reviews

    4.7
    based on 47 reviews
    Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

    The tour guides are...

    Irene_B, Jan 2026
    The tour guides are excellent. They kept our big group together and safe. The island and rocky outcrops are beautiful. But the snorkeling wasn’t very good. The coral reef that used to be there was killed off in an earthquake so there is little wildlife around there now. Water not great for visibility.

    Great early morning excursion.

    Vicki_G, Dec 2025
    Fun excursion! Our guides, Alex and Mauricio, kept us safe and found a nice spot for us to snorkel. I saw more fish than I have ever seen on previous snorkel trips.

    Thank you Chris (Chi-Chi)

    Samuel_B, Jan 2025
    Great experience. Our guide Chris (Chi-Chi) was AWESOME. We had a small group ranging in age from 30 to 75 years old. Chris went out of his way to help us all, keeping a positive attitude and smile the entire time. The beautiful island, snorkeling, fish, and ocean kayak trip was worth every penny. Thank you again, Chris

    Great time!

    Laura_B, Jan 2025
    The experience was just as described and we had an amazing time! The guides took great care of us and helped us to find a sea turtle while snorkeling. Would highly recommend!

    It was educational, fun...

    Melissa_V, Dec 2024
    It was educational, fun and relaxing all in one fun trip—the guide was great! The water was clear and snorkeling was amazing.

    So fun!

    Hannah_S, Aug 2024
    Such a fun day! The guides were so funny and kind. We had the island to ourselves for a few minutes and were able to get some snorkeling in. Super fun activity to start your day!

    Response from Host, Aug 2024

    Hello, Hannah. Samara Adventures always tries to offer amazing experiences to our clients, we hope that your experience has been incredible. Thank you for choosing us.

    Great trip

    TERRAL_A, Feb 2024
    Very good kayak tour. Just as described. Very friendly crew drove us to the beach site and took care of us for the trip. The wind was strong so it made the trip a little more difficult. Either way it was fun and enjoyable. I would use them again.

    Trop cher

    Severine_R, Jan 2025
    Excursion sympa mais trop chère. Vous partez vous faites 300 m à peine de kayak et ensuite vous nagez pour voir quelques poissons. Pas de raie pas de requin pour nous et hop vous repartez tout ça pour 65 dollars par personne. Autant passer directement par l'organisme qui ne prenait que 35 dollars. A ce tarif c'est déjà plus acceptable

    Great

    Miguel_I, Jan 2024
    Excellent,bonne activite. Les guides sont adorables comme tous les ticos. Super equipe,accessible a tout le monde.

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