Half-Day Snorkeling Experience in Tamarindo
Overview
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5 hours
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Experience a 5-hour getaway with a professional guide. Enjoy two snorkeling sessions in pristine water rich in marine life. Relax between snorkeling sessions on-board a 38ft (11.5m) boat. Snack on delicious tropical fruits while taking in the views and perhaps see whales as they migrate.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children must be accompanied by an adult
It is recommended to bring a towel, sunscreen, hat, and a jacket
Minimum age is 8 years
Maximum age is 80 years
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
We wait for you at our diving center at 6:40 am. After trying the equipment on, we'll take you to the beach, where a small boat will transfer you to the bigger one. After approx. 45 mins of navigation, we will reach the Catalina's Archipelago (or if it is too windy Cabo Velas), where you will have 2 snorkeling sessions, always accompanied by your snorkeling guide. We'll be back at around 12 MD.
What‘s Included
Professional guide
Snacks and water
Use of Snorkelling equipment
Lunch
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Half-Day Snorkeling Experience in Tamarindo
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Reviews
105 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
So Fun!
Amy G,,Dec 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The loveliest people! Beautiful boat ride. Unfortunately the water was a bit murky for us but everyone worked hard to find us things to see!! Lovely way to spend a morning.
Fish were good but not for nervous people
K2901YWmichelleg,,Dec 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00I went on this snorkelling trip with my daughter. We saw some cool fish. However, if you’re fairly inexperienced or have any fear of the water, this may not be the tour for you. There was zero instruction and the water was rougher than ideal. As well, the boat left us alone with one or two staff in the water with us which felt a bit disconcerting. My daughter’s mask kept leaking and there did not seem to be a way to fix this so I gave up my 2nd outing (and gave her my mask) so she could continue. I am not sure how preventable that was, but likely a good idea to have a few extra for circumstances like this. The staff were all very friendly and it was a nice atmosphere but they may want to ask people before leaving about their level of experience. It helped that they gave out noodles to folks.
Fantastic!!
suewH5773NV,,Dec 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This is a wonderful group! We saw a manta ray, and so many other fish, also could hear the whales sounds under water! A very caring and fun group, I will use them again. It was my birthday, and they really made it special, from singing to having a cake on the boat!! Can’t say enough, great experience!
Great scuba and snorkeling experience!
429ingerv,,Dec 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great snorkel and dive experience from beginning to end! Wonderful and fun staff made the our time diving and snorkeling a blast. Was nice to be able to have some of the family snorkel while others went scuba diving and all be on the same boat.
Best snorkeling in Tamarindo!
Elizabeth B,,Nov 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Amazing snorkeling and scuba diving guides! Super friendly and professional. Great drop off and pickup convenience. Loved the experience!
The trip was beautiful...
Lisa M,,Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The trip was beautiful and all the guides excellent. It is more of a diving trip than a snorkeling trip-we two were the only folks not diving. It was still lovely to be on the boat and in the water
Less suitable for snorkeling
manueloF2568IS,,Oct 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00The crew was cool and spread fun. However, they are mixed groups with divers and snorkelers. The spots are rather bad for snorkeling, dim visibility and you are not allowed to swim to the rocks (but where the fish are). So you stay in the deep water, where you see correspondingly less because the seabed and with it the sea creatures are far away. Go diving instead of snorkeling (there are also tours for unlicensed divers).
Best day
Kimber S,,Oct 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Amazing guides. Supportive, friendly and welcoming. Would highly recommend for all levels. Locations had tons of marine life.
One of the best !!!
MORRIS H,,Sep 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The trip was EPIC! Easy to find with a great induction, quality snorkel gear, nice boat with shade, captain of the boat had great skills, epic guide-knowledgabe, felt safe, pointed out interesting things, held a nice pace as we snorkled, and we saw HEAPS of fish, eels, an eagle ray, some dolphins, turtles, and even a few whales!
Great experience!
Aislinn G,,Aug 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Very organized and well run! Lili was a great instructor, she pointed out anything that she thought we would want to see and took care of us :) As a note, if you experience motion sickness, I would recommend taking medication beforehand, even on a calm day!
From US$95.00
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