Catamaran Adventure
Sail the Manuel Antonio coastline, drop anchor at a hidden bay to snorkel, and watch for dolphins, with a barbecue lunch served on board.
* Rack rates before Costa Rica's 13% VAT. Includes hotel pickup & certified bilingual guide. Book now, pay later.
The experience
You board at the Marina Pez Vela in Quepos and head out along the coast, cruising the same waters that wrap around the back of Manuel Antonio National Park. It is a relaxed five hours on the water, with a guide on board to point out wildlife and the islands, cliffs, and rock formations the Central Pacific is known for.
Have a camera ready. Between the coastline scenery and the chance of dolphins running alongside the boat, there is usually plenty to shoot.
After touring the coastline, the captain sets anchor at Biesanz Bay, a calm, sheltered spot. You can snorkel over the reef, swim, or just stay aboard and soak up the sun. Underwater you are likely to see parrotfish, starfish, and angelfish, and dolphins sometimes follow the boat along the way.
A barbecue lunch is served on board while you take in the views, with snacks and drinks available throughout the trip. No experience is needed, and life jackets are on hand for anyone who wants one. To pair it with time on land, add our guided walk through Manuel Antonio National Park.
Highlights
- A sail along the Manuel Antonio coast and around the back of the national park
- A snorkel and swim stop at sheltered Biesanz Bay
- Good odds of spotting dolphins, especially on the morning departure
- Parrotfish, starfish, and angelfish in the clear water at anchor
- A barbecue lunch served on board, with snacks and beverages throughout
- An easy day on the water that suits non-swimmers and families
What's included
- Round-trip hotel pickup and drop-off
- Certified bilingual guide
- A barbecue lunch on board
- Snacks and beverages
- Snorkeling gear and life jackets
What to bring
- Swimsuit and a change of clothes
- Sunglasses with a retainer cord
- Reef-safe sunscreen
- Waterproof camera
- Sandals and a beach towel
A typical day
- 8:00 AM or 1:00 PM hotel pickup in Manuel Antonio or Quepos
- Board the catamaran at Marina Pez Vela in Quepos
- Sail the coastline around the back of Manuel Antonio National Park
- Anchor at Biesanz Bay to snorkel and swim
- Barbecue lunch on board
- Return sail to the marina and drive back to your hotel
Departures & pickup
- From Manuel Antonio / Quepos: 8:00 AM or 1:00 PM pickup, about 5 hours round trip, from $93 per person.
- From Jacó / Herradura: also runs from the Jacó area with a longer drive, from $150 per person. Book the Jacó departure.
- The afternoon departure does not run from May through November due to weather. A minimum number of guests applies for the boat to sail.
Frequently asked questions
Yes. Life jackets are provided, the deck is stable, and you are never far from the boat. You can enjoy the sail and the lunch without getting in the water.
A swimsuit, quick-dry shorts, sunscreen, and sunglasses. Bring a light layer for the return trip when the breeze picks up.
Sightings off the Manuel Antonio coast are common, especially in the morning. Wildlife is unpredictable, but the crew knows where to look.
Yes. A barbecue lunch, snacks, and drinks are served on board. Let us know in advance about any dietary needs.
We check conditions daily. If the sea is too rough to sail safely, we contact you to reschedule or refund. Safety comes first.
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Free hotel pickup, certified bilingual guides, book now and pay later.
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