Catamaran Snorkel Sunset Cruise from Tamarindo or Playas del Coco
A catamaran afternoon with a snorkel stop and sunset, from Tamarindo or Playas del Coco. Suits first-timers and families comfortable on a boat.
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Where will you go this time?
North Pacific
Guanacaste
Dry-season sunshine, calm bays, sailing and volcano hot springs near Liberia.
Central Pacific
Central Pacific
Jacó, Manuel Antonio and Carara: the closest beaches to San José.
South Pacific
Southern Pacific
Uvita, Dominical and the Osa: whales, waterfalls and Caño Island.
Caribbean
The Caribbean
Tortuguero canals, Cahuita and Puerto Viejo’s village rhythm.
Central Valley
Central Valley
Coffee farms, volcano viewpoints and San José markets.
Inland nature
Arenal & Monteverde
Hot springs, hanging bridges, cloud forest and Río Celeste.
Plan your way
Path 1
My First Costa Rica Trip
Pick two regions that fit your days, and leave the rest for next time.
Path 2I’m Coming Back
Swap the region you know for one you don’t, or build a trip around an interest.
Path 3I’m Planning a Short Escape
Weekend and long-weekend routes with realistic drive times.
Experiences to try
Tabacon Hot Springs Day Pass
A day pass to thermal pools set in gardens near Arenal. Paths between pools include steps and slopes.
See Tour Deals & PricesSnorkeling at Caño Island
A boat trip to snorkel at Caño Island from the Uvita area, a strong “next trip” idea for returning visitors who have done Manuel Antonio.
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