Timarouba Catamaran Sunset Cruise with Open Bar Lunch& Snorkeling
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Tamarindo, Costa Rica
- 5 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Enjoy an afternoon and evening on the water from Tamarindo on a well-equipped catamaran cruise. Set sail from Tamarindo in the early afternoon, timed so you catch the sunset later on. Sit back and admire the views of the Guanacaste coast or get active using the included kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, and snorkel equipment. Includes lunch—with vegetarian options—and an open bar.
- Play, swim, kayak, or snorkel at a small beach
- Eat lunch on the boat and enjoy the open bar
- Admire the sunset on the sail back to Tamarindo
- Professional crew takes care of your needs
Sample Menu
Main
our menu is prepared daily by our chef
mixed salad, grilled vegetables, flavored red beans, oven-baked chicken and fruits our menu is suitable for our vegetarian and vegan customers
What's Included
- LunchVegetarian options available
- Alcoholic BeveragesOpen Bar included.
- Use of Snorkeling equipmentUse of Snorkelling equipment
- 2 KAYAKS
- 1 Paddle
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- El Chiringuito75X4+4M9, Guanacaste Province, Tamarindo, Costa Rica
in Tamarindo Checking at 12h30 on the side of Chiringuito restaurant
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Operating hours.12:30 pm
Itinerary
1
Tamarindo Beach
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
2
Tamarindo
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
3
Tamarindo Beach
1 hour 10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
4
Cabo Velas
40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
5
Cabo Velas
40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
6
Tamarindo
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 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
lagiles970
Do it! A lovely trip in a catamaran to a beautiful island for swimming. Met new friends on the trip. The crew were amazing! Took care of us so well! Highly recommend this tour company for a sunset catamaran trip!
Reviews
4.5
based on 465 reviews
Michael_H, Jun 2026
To be fair, I’m not sure what I was hoping for. But sure enough it was a boat half full of people in their 20’s looking to drink, dance, and be loud! The crew seemed to enjoy the chaos as well, with girls dancing behind the bar, sitting with the captain, etc..
This is more a warning to those unsure about what this is- if you’re looking for an enjoyable boat ride with the family, don’t do it! If you’re looking to pound booze and dance this is for you!
Sasha_T, Jun 2026
The captains did a great job transporting us safely, the swimming spot is beautiful and lunch came at 4pm but was delicious! On the way back captain had a great playlist and it was a party! Would highly recommend!
Jessica_D, Jun 2026
If you are in Guanacaste, you must do this tour! We took the afternoon trip with Timarouba Catamaran Sailing Tours and had an absolute blast. The music was fantastic, the energy was high, and the open bar kept the tropical drinks flowing all afternoon. The crew was fantastic. The lunch served was great and much needed. They took us to a private beach that allowed for snorkeling, kayaking, and floating. We were able to sunbathe on the nets and watch the sunset over the Pacific Ocean. If you are looking for an afternoon of entertainment and fun, this is it! Axl (not sure how to spell it) and his crew were AMAZING!
April_S, Jun 2026
Crew was wonderful, kept the drinks flowing. Food was delicious, sunset was beautiful. Highly recommend!
Arvia_H, Jun 2026
We had a great time on this cruise...the food was good the crew was friendly and accommodating. 1 thing that caught us off guard...be prepared for no dock...you take a smaller boat to get to the Catamaran! A bit frightening but turned out to be not so bad.
Damon_D, Jun 2026
Great crew. Good food and drinks. Although there was a rain storm the crew was very professional and helpful.
simon_p, May 2026
Overall, it was a good afternoon excursion, but it should probably be advertised as a booze cruise more than a snorkeling trip. The area for snorkeling is not great, although we enjoyed just swimming around. Getting there was at least an hour if not more and the heat made this lengthy journey a little long. The food was pretty good, the service was good, and the people who ran the boat were great as well. If I were 20-35, it would have been fantastic.
Kristin_R, May 2026
This trip was a lot of fun. I thought the boat would be crowded, but once we were all on it didn’t feel like it. The guides were accommodating and fun. The snorkeling was amazing, especially for our kids who had never done it before. The meal was very nice. My only suggestion would be not to call it lunch, or note the approximate timing of things on the agenda. We boarded around 1 and were expecting “lunch”, but it wasn’t served until after we snorkeled around 4:00. By then we were very hungry. All in all, a fun afternoon.
Nickie_F, May 2026
We had a great trip there and on the way back there was a thunderstorm but they still made the best of it and the food was fire!!!
Donna_H, May 2026
Easy check in, super fun crew! It was a beautiful day and a fun way to spend a day on the water. Good food, good time!
Jody_G, May 2026
The crew was super fun and the boat was wonderful. I really liked that it was not too crowded. We went to a great beach to snorkel and had plenty of time on our own to explore. Lunch was really tasty but not served until later in the day so I would recommend eating beforehand.
Victoria_W, May 2026
Such a great time lunch was tasty, it was about an hour to a private beach and an hour of cruising back and open bar that led to making new friends
Brendan_L, May 2026
Very fun half day catamaran sail. The boat is beautiful and the weather was great for our trip. The entire staff was super friendly, provided drinks the entire trip and amazing food. What a great way to spend the day on the water!
Arunav_B, May 2026
Great time on the boat and beach, the crew were friendly and helpful as well. We had an amazing time
Jill_B, Apr 2026
Such a beautiful way to spend the day! The catamaran was spacious, had shade and the ride was calm and relaxing! The staff were attentive and the food was absolutely delicious! The music was a little irritating at first especially for us older people but when we asked them to change they did so happily and everyone was singing along .
David_B, Apr 2026
It was a great time! Well worth it. The food was good and open bar was nice. The captain and crew were very helpful and friendly. Would go again.
Donna_W, Apr 2026
We’ve done a few cruises to see the sunset or coast. This is by far the most energetic and attentive cruise group. They wanted to make sure everyone got what they came for, gave great recommendations, and provided for fun.
Jose_C, Apr 2026
Great overall experience. Wife was hesitant at first and didn’t want to get off ,but had the best time at the end of the day. Smooth process, good food, good drinks and good vibes.
Breanna_H, Apr 2026
The crew was knowledgeable, took care of us. Served drinks, made us feel safe and welcome on their boat.
Simon_A, Apr 2026
It was a very fun boat ride with an amazing view of the sunset at the end, attentive crew, delicious cocktails and good company! They provided an amazing catered lunch of tender chicken, rice, beans, salad, and roasted veggies. Their selection of music was also very nice to have with something for everyone. Would recommend to anyone looking to have a good time, meet some fellow travelers, and get the full Tamarindo experience!
Chloe_H, Mar 2026
Amazing time. Lots of booze and the lunch was very delicious! Had a great time with friends very comfortable
isabella_d, Mar 2026
The boat trip is so much fun and all the people on board were so nice! The water was very warm and the food was very good.
Amy_C, Mar 2026
Overall, it was a good day. The crew were very accommodating, food was great, and boat very stable despite high winds. The less than 5 stars… boat no interior and not as nice as others we have taken friends on from Tamarindo at even lower cost (we are residents). So, expect a lot of sun exposure. Beers were cold but it was “dealers choice” from the bartender on what beer you would be served. That said, plenty of booze and truly a booze cruise experience. Didn't bother us about the booze, but some families with young kids on the trip were really not happy. Finally, the boast left really late. Arrived early around 12pm for 12:30 “departure”. That departure was actually closer to 2pm. All in all, we had fun. Operation needs work, but I’d give it a shot.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you for your detailed feedback — we’re glad you still had a fun day with our crew.
Our catamaran is designed as an open-deck sailing experience, but we understand the need for more shaded areas and are working on improvements.
Regarding the bar, we aim to offer a variety of beers and will reinforce consistency with our team.
We also take note of your comment about the atmosphere and will better balance experiences for mixed groups, including families.
The delayed departure is not our standard and we sincerely apologize — we’re actively improving our check-in and boarding process.
We appreciate your trust and hope to welcome you again for an even better experience.
Kayla_D, Mar 2026
Horrible. Changed my reservation two days before because of a cancelled flight and when I showed up at 1230 to check in they said they had no room for me. I asked to see the list from the day before when my original booking was supposed to be and my name was still on the list from yesterday. I want my refund now. This is ridiculous. 70 people on the boat too. Monitor your changes!!
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Hi, we’re sorry for the confusion — your booking was modified last minute due to flight changes, and unfortunately the tour was fully booked at check-in.
Best regards, Timarouba team
Brad_K, Mar 2026
Mostly a booze cruise. Complimentary alcohol from the start. No discussion at all about Costa Rica, the area, the coastline, or anything. “Lunch” was marginal, the snorkeling was poor (including broken equipment), but the sunset was nice (and would have been from shore also).
I do have to say the crew was very attentive and hard working.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you for your honest feedback — we’re glad to hear you found our crew attentive and hardworking.
Our experience is designed as a fun, social cruise, but we understand some guests expect more information about the area and we’ll work on improving that.
We also take note of your comments regarding lunch and snorkeling equipment, which will be reviewed with our team.
We appreciate your input and hope to provide you with a more complete experience in the future.
Steve_C, Mar 2026
Everyone had a great time, but don’t expect fancy. The boat itself is no frills and there is no dock. You’ll take a small boat from the beach to reach it. Great swimming, great music, great crew. Unlimited drinks is definitely true!
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you so much for your review! We’re really happy to hear you had such a great time with us.
Our experience is all about enjoying the ocean, swimming, good music, great vibes, and unlimited drinks with an amazing crew. Boarding by small boat from the beach is part of the local adventure and adds to the unique experience of sailing here.
We hope to see you again on board for another fun day on the water!
Rob_Q, Mar 2026
Ours was great. Justin and his crew took our fun and safety seriously. Drinks flowed and food after the swim was served.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you for your review! We’re happy to hear you had a great time with Justin and the crew. Making sure everyone has fun while staying safe on the water is always our priority. Glad you enjoyed the drinks, the swim, and the food. Hope to see you again soon! ⛵️
Megan_S, Mar 2026
They were very accommodating and responded quickly to my messages about my booking! My group appreciated their kindness.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you for your kind review! We’re glad we could assist you quickly with your booking and that your group had a great experience. We really appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you all on board again soon! ⛵️
ChuanChih_C, Feb 2026
Fantastic tour! I thought it was just a party boat with sunset view. In fact, it was wayyyyy more than that. The sail started with an easy vibe, and got us to the other quieter shore. From there, the boat anchored somewhere distanced from the beach, and they provided various kinds of equipment for us to swim, snorkel, or SUP. My partner and I were not really good swimmers, but we felt very safe swimming there with floating bars. The lunch (or more like afternoon tea regarding time) was Costa Rican style food, which included one of the best chicken I’ve ever had. The sunset was spectacular, and plus you got to enjoyed it with amazing people and vibes. We were super lucky to see some dolphins and a whale. It’s almost impossible to imagine an experience like this at this price. Anyway, five stars and highly recommended.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you so much for this amazing review! We’re really happy to hear that the experience exceeded your expectations and that you enjoyed the relaxed sailing, swimming, and the different water activities.
It’s great to know that you felt safe in the water and enjoyed the Costa Rican style food — we’ll be especially happy to hear that you loved the chicken! Seeing dolphins and even a whale is always a very special bonus, so we’re glad you got to experience that as well.
Thank you for recommending us, and we hope to welcome you back on board for another unforgettable sunset! ⛵🌅🐬
Tyler_D, Feb 2026
Great day and experience. Open bar is great, went to a beach, lunch was good. Highly recommend this tour.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you for your great review! We’re happy to hear you had such a nice day with us and enjoyed the open bar, the beach stop, and the lunch. We really appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you on board again soon! ⛵️
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