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Guanacaste Boat Tours Departing From Playa del Coco, Four Seasons, Papagayo, Playa Hermosa, Playa Panama, & Ocotal
Exploring the Pacific Coast is a Costa Rica vacation must. So needless to say, Costa Rica boat tours are among the most popular things to do in Guanacaste. Nothing beats sipping cocktails at sunset from the deck of a sailboat in the Gulf of Papagayo. Costa Rica sailing charters, catamaran rentals and surf trips by boat are just a few options available on one of our Papagayo Boat tours. Join one of our group tours or charter the Playa del Coco boat tour of your choice!
Booking one of our Papagayo Boat tours will give you the chance to experience the most beautiful bays in the Northwest Pacific. The serenity of sailing the pristine waters of the Pacific make for a memorable experience. Viewing the Guanacaste sunset as you are anchored in a beautiful and secluded bay will make it even more unforgettable.
Gulf of Papagayo, Costa Rica Sailing Experiences
If you want a genuine Costa Rica sailing experience, we have a couple of options perfect for you. The Kuna Vela offers an early morning snorkeling tour to beat the crowds which is a local favorite. And of course, there is that beautifully unforgettable sunset sailing experience you should not miss out on. Sea Bird Sailing offers similar routes on a slightly larger sailboat for both morning and sunset. If your are looking to charter your own private sailing excursion in Costa Rica, both Kuna Vela and Sea Bird offer amazing customized charters.
Gulf of Papagayo Catamaran Experiences
If you are looking for a bit more of a party boat, then the Marlin Del Rey is the boat tour in Papagayo for you. They have a fleet of catamarans ranging from 75 to 225 people. Yup, that is a party boat for you! The spacious catamarans are stable though and great for those that get a bit seasick but still want to explore the beautiful coastline. They also offer private catamaran charters in Papagayo worthy of the most amazing wedding party or special event.
Gulf of Nicoya Boat Cruises From Papagayo
On the other side of the Guanacaste, you will find the Gulf of Nicoya. Sheltered a bit from the Nicoya Peninsula, there are a variety of islands you can visit there. Perhaps the most popular destination in the Gulf of Nicoya is Tortuga Island. A boat cruise to Tortuga Island is a very popular day trip departing from several regions of Costa Rica. But a more fascinating Nicoya boat cruise takes you to Isla San Lucas. Once a prison island, now only inhabited by some very loud Congo monkeys. You can visit Isla San Lucas as well as a few more nearly deserted islands on our Gulf Islands boat tour.
Gulf of Papagayo Sport Fishing & Experiences in Nature
If the chartering a private boat is a bit out of your budget, the Corobici River Float Safari is one of our favorite family friendly tours in Costa Rica. Get up close to wildlife both in the river, on shore and in the trees above for some Nat Geo photo ops. This is one boat tour in Papagayo your kids will love you for.
Private Gulf of Papagayo Catamaran & Sailing Charters in Costa Rica
If you are traveling with a group, or just looking for a private sailing experience for your loved ones, we have some great private charters in the Gulf of Papagayo. Choose from morning snorkeling tours to romantic evening cruises to catch the dazzling Pacific sunset on any one for the catamaran and sailing charters. The 47' Kuna Vela Private Sailing charter is perfect for families and small groups. Sea Bird Private Sailing is perfect for for a bit larger groups. And if you are bringing your wedding group, or hosting a corporate event, Marlin Del Rey has a variety of private catamaran charters for all group sizes.
Below is a list of the Guanacaste boat tours that we offer from the Gulf of Papagayo. The most beautiful region in all of Costa Rica, if we may be so bold! Whether you’re in need of a full day sailing charter, a quick sail and snorkel, a romantic sunset catamaran cruise, or maybe even a safari float down a river on a raft, The Real Deal Tours brings you all the best boat tours in Papagayo at the best prices in Costa Rica. Choose your favorite Papagayo boat tour and sail away today!
Boat Tours
Papagayo Sailing Excursions
Kuna Vela Sailing & Morning Snorkel Tour
Join us for a calm and tranquil morning sail aboard the Kuna Vela sailboat in the beautiful Gulf of Papagayo. Sure to make memories that will last a lifetime, our Kuna Vela Sailing and Snorkel tour in Papagayo is one of the top things to do in Costa Rica if staying in Guanacaste. Limited to only 15 guests, the attention to detail and service is impeccable. But spaces on this popular Papagayo boat tour are limited, so don’t miss your chance to experience one of the best sailing tours in the Gulf of Papagayo!
Kuna Vela Sailing and Snorkel Tour deposit is $10.00 per person.
(The balance of $80.00 per person in cash must be paid the day of the tour)
This tour departs at 8:30 AM.
Marlin Del Rey Papagayo Snorkeling & Sailing Catamaran Tour
There are so many things to do in Papagayo, but a Playas Del Coco boat tour is a must when visiting Guanacaste. They king of all Papagayo boat tours? The Marlin Del Rey Catamaran snorkeling tour of course! Sailing, snorkeling, delicious lunch & open bar make for one of the best boat tours in Papagayo.
Nothing says “vacation time!!” quite like sailing the Gulf of Papagayo at sunset and snorkeling on coral reefs with beautiful tropical fish. Top that with exceptional customer service and attention to detail that will make you feel like you are a VIP superstar and that brings us to the best sunset boat tour in Papagayo. Cheers to holidays in Costa Rica!
Kuna Vela Sunset Sail and Snorkel deposit is $10.00 per person.
(The balance of $80.00 per person in cash must be paid the day of the tour)
This tour departs at 2:30 PM.
Sea Bird Sunset Cruise
Wanting to experience a famous Costa Rican sunset from a new perspective? Then you´ve come to the right place! The Sea Bird Sunset Cruise offers the chance to get out and enjoy an afternoon on the water, feel the breeze on your face, lie on deck with a drink in hand to just soak up some sun, and maybe even sail the boat yourself.
Join us for a day of sailing, snorkeling, and tons of fun on our Sea Bird Sailing and Snorkeling tour in the Gulf of Papagayo! We can´t wait to show you all the spots we love to go snorkeling, and with the crew of the Sea Bird sailboat the journey really is half the fun! We love sailing, and you´ll love sailing too by the time we get done with you!
The Gulf of Nicoya in Costa Rica is a special region that is enjoyed by both locals and tourists alike. If you simply cannot choose between visiting Tortuga Island and San Lucas Island, herein lies your answer! We now offer a full day boat tour of both of these beautifully landscaped on the amazing Gulf Islands Tour.
This tour requires minimum of 10 pax to operate, please call to check available dates
Gulf Islands Boat Tour deposit is $20.00 per person.
(The balance of $120.00 per adult and $106.00 per child must be paid 72 hours prior the day of the tour)
This tour departs at 6:00 AM.
Tortuga Island Boat Tour from Papagayo
People from all over Costa Rica come to embark on the Bay Island Cruise to Tortuga Island. This is probably why it is one of the most popular things to do in Costa Rica for locals and tourists alike. With transportation from Guanacaste, you can come aboard and see for yourself. Relax on the beach, snorkel in Gulf of Nicoya, add some water sports action, enjoy a tasty beach BBQ, or opt to sip cocktails as you lounge away on one of the most popular beaches in Costa Rica.
Tortuga Island Boat Tour from Papagayo deposit is $20.00 per person.
(The balance of $210.00 per Adult and $200.00 per Child in cash must be paid 72 hours prior the day of the tour)
This tour departs at 6:00 AM.
Corobici River Float Safari
If you´re searching for a cool and mildly adventurous family-friendly activity, you´ve come to the right place! Corobici River Float Safari is the perfect family-friendly eco-tour. Float lazily down the Corobici river flanked on both sides by lush and exuberant fig trees, Guanacaste´s unique dry forest, and humongous Ceiba trees; nature viewing at its best!
Corobici River Float Safari deposit is $20.00 per Adult and $10.00 per Child.
(The balance of $95.00 per Adult and $57.00 per Child + tax to be paid via provided payment link 48 hours prior to departure)
This tour departs at 7:15 AM.
Tamarindo Mangrove Boat Safari
Why hike when you can board a comfortable safari style boat and glide silently along the Tempesque River to discover some of the most important mangroves in Costa Rica? Join us on an adventure to the Marino Las Baulas National Park in Tamarindo. Sit back and relax in the safari style boat as your captain navigates the canals. And seek out the abundant wildlife of the Tamarindo estuary with the help of our expert naturalist guides.
Tamarindo Mangrove Boat Safari deposit is $20.00 per person.
(The balance of $117.00 per Adult and $102.00 per Child + tax to be paid via provided payment link 48 hours prior to departure)
Departure times will be in your e - ticket.
Papagayo Private Boat Charters
Sea Bird Private Sailing Charter
Sea Bird is a luxury sailboat in the Gulf of Papagayo with all the comforts of home, and a crew that will make your day on the water in Costa Rica a truly memorable experience. Our private sailing charter in the Golf of Papagayo is family owned and operated, so you know you will get a truly authentic experience with attention to your every need.
Kuna Vela Private Sailboat Charter in Gulf of Papagayo
There is really no other experience than sailing Guanacaste, Costa Rica. What better way to do that than on one of our private sailboat charters in Costa Rica? Kuna Vela Sailing charters combines VIP service, a beautiful monohull sailboat, exceptional food, and their famous rum punch to ensure you and your chosen guests get the best out of their Papagayo sailing experience. Sip cocktails at sunset, or seek out the best snorkeling in Papagayo. The choice is yours. Just choose your itinerary and set sail on your own private Costa Rica sailing charter today!
This tour is for "Sunset Tour", for more options see details.
Kuna Vela Express 47' Sloop Private Sailboat Charter deposit is $150.00 per Trip and $10.00 per each Additional Person.
(The balance of $800.00 per Trip and $99.00 per each Additional Person in cash must be paid the day of the tour)
This tour departs on your schedule.
60' Private Catamaran Sailing Charter
Having a family reunion in Costa Rica? Celebrating any special occasion in the Gulf of Papagayo aboard our 60' sailing catamaran is guaranteed to be a memorable occasion for everyone. With attention to detail and service second to none, you cannot go wrong booking your Private Catamaran Sailing Charter with The Real Deal Tours.
This tour is "Half Day", for more options see details.
60' Private Catamaran Sailing Charter deposit is $400.00 per 1-10 Passengers, $475.00 per 11-20 Passengers, $575.00 per 21-30 Passengers and $750.00 per 31-50 Passengers.
(The balance of $1,600.00 per 1-10 Passengers in cash must be paid the day of the tour)
(The balance of $1,900.00 per 11-20 Passengers in cash must be paid the day of the tour)
(The balance of $2,300.00 per 21-30 Passengers in cash must be paid the day of the tour)
(The balance of $3,000.00 per 31-50 Passengers in cash must be paid the day of the tour)
This tour departs on your schedule.
Private Dolphin and Whale Watching Tour in Costa Rica
Can you think of a better way to seek out whales and dolphins in Costa Rica than on your own private boat tour in Papagayo? Neither can we! So we offer you a choice of 3 different boats to choose from and 4 hours in the Gulf of Papagayo seeking out whales, dolphins, turtles, mantas & more including beverages, snacks, and a Naturalist guide!
This tour option is for "La Guapa" Boat, for more options see details.
Private Dolphin and Whale Watching Tour in Costa Rica deposit is $75.00 per up to 6 passengers. .
(The balance of $407.00 per boat in cash must be paid the day of the tour)
This tour departs at 8:00 AM.
Family Fun Day in the Gulf of Papagayo
More than your average Papagayo boat tour, our Family Fun Day is the perfect way for the entire family or group of friends to spend the day in the Gulf of Papagayo. Wakeboarding, SUP, snorkeling, fishing, beach hopping…all yours in this fantastic boat rental in Guanacaste.
This tour option is for "La Guapa" Boat, for more options see details.
Family Fun Day in the Gulf of Papagayo deposit is $85.00 per up to 6 passengers.
(The balance of $452.00 per boat in cash must be paid the day of the tour)
This tour departs at 8:00 AM.
Family Fun Day + BBQ Beach Break in Papagayo
This is the perfect tour for multi-generational families and groups wanting to spend an entire day in the Gulf of Papagayo. Your private Papagyo boat charter includes wakeboarding, water skiing, snorkeling, wildlife viewing, beach hopping and more. Your boat, you choose! Then spend the rest of the afternoon enjoying a BBQ on a secluded beach and chillaxing in hammocks.
This tour option is for "La Guapa" Boat, for more options see details.
Family Fun Day + BBQ Beach Break in Papagayo deposit is $180.00 per up to 6 passengers.
(The balance of $994.00 per boat in cash must be paid the day of the tour)
This tour departs at 8:00 AM.
Private Surfing Excursion Ollies Point & Witches Rock
Wanna find the best surf breaks in Costa Rica? You can with your own private boat charter in Papagayo. The world-famous waves of Witches Rock and Ollie’s Point await! This is a magical surf trip you won’t soon forget. Surfs up!
This tour option is for "La Guapa" Boat, for more options see details.
Private Surfing Excursion Ollies Point & Witches Rock Costa Rica deposit is $60.00 per Boat Without Guide, $90.00 per Boat With Guide and up to 6 passengers.
(The balance of $339.00 per Boat Without Guide and $506.00 per Boat With Guide in cash must be paid the day of the tour)
This tour departs at 8:00 AM.
Coastal Sport Fishing Charters Papagayo
Sport fishing in Costa Rica is one of the most popular activities and if your Costa Rica "to-do" list has fishing on it, we´ve got you covered with our Coastal Sport Fishing excursion in Papagayo! Whether you want 4 hours or 8, catch and release or take it home, we´ll show you all the best fishing spots in Guanacaste.
This tour option is for "La Guapa" Boat, for more options see details.
Coastal Sport Fishing Charters Papagayo deposit is $85.00 per Half Day Tour and $115.00 per Full Day Tour.
(The balance of $452.00 per Half Day Tour and $633.00 per Full Day Tour in cash must be paid the day of the tour)
This tour departs at 7:00 AM.
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