PUBLIC Pacific Lounge Catamaran - Tamarindo SUNSET experience
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Tamarindo, Costa Rica
- 5 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
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Overview
Set sail on this Catamaran cruise along the Tamarindo coast. Relax in comfort as your crew takes you through the Ballena Marine National Park and onto Playa Minas. This quiet beach is a tranquil escape from busy crowds, as well as a great spot for snorkeling and swimming. Once back on board, enjoy a meal and sunset views before returning to land.
- Meet and befriend other travellers on board
- Enjoy a medium-sized touring group
- Relax knowing there’s a bathroom on the boat
- Perfect for a romantic outing
What's Included
- Use of Snorkeling equipmentMasques, tubas et palmes disponibles à bord
- DinnerRepas complet typique servi à bord (menu variable selon la saison)
- Soda/PopEau, sodas, jus
- Alcoholic BeveragesBière, Casique, Rhum, Vodka, Gin, Cocktails
- Sécurité (captivais certifié + marins, gilets de sauvetages & bateau de sauvetage & extincteurs)
- Stand up paddle & noodles & water mat
- canne à pêche
- Private transportationTransfert depuis l'hôtel & Airbnb
- Serviette de plage
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- 75W4+WJ6, Guanacaste Province, Tamarindo, Costa Rica
Meet us at Tamarindo Beach, in front of El Chiringuito restaurant, next to the Pacific Lounge flag. Our manager will be waiting for you on the beach, wearing a navy blue Pacific Lounge T-shirt and cap.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Operating hours.12:45 pm
Itinerary
1
Tamarindo Bay
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2
Playa Mina
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free
3
Tamarindo
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- Not recommended for people with motion sickness
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 35 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
Beth_G
Beautiful cruise, wonderful lunch, plentiful drinks, relaxing swim and the most amazing sunset. I would highly recommend!!
Reviews
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based on 69 reviews
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Felipe_D, Jun 2026
great experience, lots of drinks, not many people compared to other catamarans that were there which made it more peaceful and relaxing
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Dear Felipe, thanks a lot for your review.We're glad to hear you had a wonderful afternoon aboard the Pacific Lounge. We look forward to seeing you again!
Jenifer_A, Jun 2026
I would strongly caution anyone considering this catamaran cruise.
From the moment we boarded, safety did not appear to be a priority. There was no visible safety briefing and no discussion of emergency procedures. We did not see life jackets made available or pointed out to passengers before departure, which was concerning given that we were out on open water.
Even before boarding the catamaran, there was a serious safety incident. As our boat approached the catamaran, one crew member appeared distracted while flirting with a passenger and failed to instruct guests to keep their hands inside the boat during docking. As a result, one passenger’s hand was smashed between the boat and the catamaran. This incident could have resulted in a much more serious injury and highlighted the lack of attention to basic safety procedures.
The most serious issue occurred when a member of our group was sexually assaulted by two crew members. The crew’s response was unprofessional and inadequate. We had to contact friends on shore ourselves to ensure that law enforcement would be waiting when we returned to port. As a result, one was arrested, and we were told he was fired on the spot. However, we later observed that same individual working was back on the catamaran the following Sunday. He is on the sex offender’s registry.
While speaking with the manager by phone about these concerns, another crew member stood nearby and told a fellow crew member in Spanish not to let me speak with the manager, apparently unaware that I understood Spanish. When I confronted him, he moved closer and became physically intimidating. I had to hold out my hand and repeatedly tell him to stop and move away from me. No customer should ever be treated this way when attempting to report serious safety concerns.
There were also significant concerns regarding alcohol service and overall professionalism. Drinks were repeatedly handed out without being requested, and crew members were drinking alongside guests. The restroom facilities were overflowing and unsanitary during the trip.
To make matters worse, several of the amenities that were advertised were not available. There were no paddle boards, no fishing rods, and no towels provided despite these being promoted as part of the experience.
The combination of poor safety practices, a passenger injury, the handling of a reported sexual assault, intimidation by crew members, unsanitary conditions, and the failure to provide advertised amenities made this one of the most concerning travel experiences I have ever had. Passenger safety and accountability should be the highest priorities for any tour operator, and based on our experience, they were not.
Luray_B, Jun 2026
Fun. We didn't snorkle but kayaked and swam in the cove. Boat was nice and meal was good. Eric and Yasser were great.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Dear Luray, thank a lot for your comment ! We're glad to hear you enjoyed your afternoon aboard our catamaran. We hope to see you again soon.
Michael_W, Mar 2026
Small-ish catamaran, not what I was expecting. There was quite a bit of waiting to get started. Limited seating. Crew was friendly and competent…worked well together as a team!
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Dear Michael, thank you for your comment ! Sometimes our boat may depart a little late due to other guests arriving late; we apologize if this happened on your trip. We hope to see you again soon on a future outing
gurinderjit_g, Dec 2025
The team leading this cruise is phenomenal! Had so much fun. They take care of all your needs. Great music, drinks and swimming in the ocean. Can't say enough good things. Highly recommended!
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Thank you very much for your comment, which we greatly appreciate. We strive to welcome our guests in the best possible conditions, and judging by your message, we have succeeded. We will pass on your message to our crew! Thank you again, and we look forward to seeing you again!
Katie_R, Aug 2025
Super fun and the crew was amazing. They made everyone have a fun time! And the sunset was breathtaking. Pura vida!
Response from Host, Aug 2025
Thank you very much for your comment ! We'll pass on your compliments to our crew. 🙏
Cindy_C, Jun 2025
Family friendly experience for all ages. Finding the pick up location and guide can be challenging, so give yourself plenty of time. There are multiple catamarans leaving from the same pick up spot, so know the name of which one you're on. The crew is fun and friendly.
Beth_G, Mar 2024
Beautiful cruise, wonderful lunch, plentiful drinks, relaxing swim and the most amazing sunset. I would highly recommend!!
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Dear Beth, thank you very much for your comment, we appreciate. We are very happy that you enjoyed your afternoon aboard our catamaran.
We look forward to seeing you again!
Mai_K, Sep 2023
Our Tamarindo Beach sunset sailing was pure fun! On a sunny day, we cruised to a white sand beach, and the 5-hour trip was a blast.
Antonio and the crew were incredibly helpful, especially with my 73-year-old husband. They made sure he enjoyed the sea, the beach, and the boat.
The food was a hit; the chicken was so yummy that a 7-year-old asked for seconds. We loved jumping into the clear water from the boat and savored a breathtaking sunset on our way back.
In short, our Tamarindo Beach sailing was a fantastic adventure. Don't miss it for sun, sea, delicious food, and endless fun!
Response from Host, Jan 2024
Thank you very much for your comment. We are really happy you had a great day aboard our catamaran Pacific Lounge ! We do our best to
ensure that our guests leave happy with our excursion and, reading you, we can say that it's mission accomplished. Thanks and see you soon :-)
philippe_J, Mar 2026
very friendly experience: Very nice staff, drinks galore. However, the team did not try to show us, in my opinion, the dolphins, rays and others... announced. Too bad!
Despite all afternoon boat with swimming we to rather.
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Response from Host, Mar 2026
Bonjour Philippe et merci pour votre commentaire! Nous sommes content que vous ayez passé un bel après midi à bord du Pacific Lounge, malgré que vous n'ayez pas eu la chance d'apercevoir des baleines, des dauphins et/ou des tortues (les raies c'est beaucoup plus rare!). Sachez que généralement notre capitaine essaye toujours de faire le nécessaire pour s'en approcher quand il est possible d'en apercevoir, mais forcé de constater que le jour de votre sortie, vous n'avez malheureusement pas eu cette chance et cela est évidemment indépendant de notre volonté. Nous essayons d'accuellir aux mieux nos hôtes, mais nous ne pouvons jamais garantir d'avoir la chance de voir des animaux marins. Une autre fois peut-être !
maria_l, Feb 2026
They wait for you on the beach on time and take you in a boat to the catamaran. The best crew! Captain Fermin with the help of Luis and Yasser made the afternoon very enjoyable and fun. The delicious and hearty food, the delicious cocktails, very good atmosphere. They took us to a cove where we bathed, we swam to the beach, we saw two whales, a turtle swimming happily, when the magnificent sunset returned. Loved it! Highly recommended.
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Response from Host, Feb 2026
¡Gracias, María, por tu amable comentario, que nos alegra mucho leer! Nos alegra mucho que hayas disfrutado de tu estancia a bordo de nuestro catamarán y transmitiremos tus elogios a nuestra tripulación. ¡Esperamos verte de nuevo!
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