Catamaran & Boat Toursfrom Tamarindo

Morning sails are the underrated pick: calmer seas, better snorkeling visibility, and emptier bays than the afternoon runs. Most follow the same format — sail, anchor, swim, snorkel, eat — just with sunshine instead of sunset.

Private charters range from small speedboats to full-size catamarans. They're priced per boat, so they get reasonable per-person for groups, and the itinerary is yours: more snorkeling, a beach stop, or just more time under sail. Dolphins are a frequent sight; whales pass through seasonally, most reliably around August–October — a bonus if it happens, not a promise.