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Water tour · Private

Private Snorkeling Boat Tour in Papagayo

Your own boat to the reefs around Playa Huevos, Papagayo: snorkel with tropical fish and sea turtles. Beach pickup at your hotel, gear, life jackets and snacks included. Priced per boat.

About 4 hours Playa Huevos, Papagayo Peninsula Private guide & transport
Snorkeler in a full-face mask swimming in clear turquoise water, with palm trees on the shore behind Playa Huevos, Papagayo Peninsula
Private boat to Playa HuevosUp to 20 people
Private tour
Overview

Your own boat to the reefs of Papagayo

Your group gets its own boat for the morning or the afternoon. We pick you up right on the beach by your hotel, anywhere in the Papagayo area, and also in Flamingo, Conchal, Las Catalinas and Tamarindo. There is no need to drive to a marina.

The boat takes you to the bays around Playa Huevos, on the Papagayo Peninsula. These are calm, protected bays with rocky reefs close to the surface, where the water is often clear and full of fish. Your bilingual guide gives everyone a mask, snorkel and fins, shows first-timers how to use them and swims with the group.

Sea turtles are a common sight here, along with schools of tropical fish. In season, you may also see dolphins and whales from the boat.

Life jackets and floats are on board, so children and people who are not strong swimmers can join and float on the surface. Between swims there are snacks and cold drinks: beer, sodas, water and fresh fruit.

The price is per boat, not per person. Our boats take up to 20 people, and we also have smaller boats for couples and small groups. If you want a longer day, add a BBQ lunch.

What you can see

What you will do

Snorkeler in a full-face mask swimming in clear turquoise water, with palm trees on the shore behind
Clear water
Calm bays around Playa Huevos
Snorkeler in a blue mask swimming over the reef among colorful tropical fish
Fish and sea turtles
Turtles are a common sight
Snorkeler with yellow fins swimming along a rocky reef in blue water
Rocky reefs
Full of fish, close to the surface
Mother and child snorkeling together over a coral reef, both making the OK sign
Fun for families
Life jackets and floats for kids
Guest sitting on the catamaran deck with snorkel fins over the turquoise water and a mask in hand
All the gear
Mask, snorkel and fins included
Guest adjusting a snorkel mask under the shade of the catamaran before a snorkel stop in Guanacaste, Costa Rica
Help from your guide
Tips for first-timers
Your day

Itinerary

  1. Pickup

    On the beach by your hotel

    Your captain and bilingual guide pick you up right on the beach. No need to drive to a marina.

  2. On the water

    Along the coast

    Ride along the coast of Guanacaste toward the Papagayo Peninsula. In season, watch for dolphins and whales.

  3. Snorkel

    Snorkel around Playa Huevos

    Get your gear and a quick lesson, then swim over the rocky reefs with your guide.

    Snorkeler with yellow fins swimming along a rocky reef in blue water
  4. Break

    Snacks and drinks on board

    Fresh fruit, beer, sodas and water. Swim again or relax on the boat.

  5. Return

    Back to your beach

    The boat drops you off on the beach by your hotel.

Why book with us

The Blue Sky difference

Private & personal

Just your group with a private guide and driver. Your pace, your plan.

Local & expert

Locally owned, with guides who know Guanacaste and where to find the good stuff.

Built around you

Flexible dates, hotel pickup and add-ons. We shape the day to your group.

What's included

  • Private boat, only your group
  • Pickup and drop-off on the beach by your hotel
  • Captain and bilingual guide
  • Snorkel gear: mask, snorkel and fins
  • Life jackets and floats
  • Snacks and drinks: beer, sodas, water and fresh fruit

What to bring

  • Swimsuit
  • Towel
  • Reef-safe sunscreen
  • Hat and sunglasses
  • Waterproof camera
  • Cash for tips
Make it yours

Make it a longer day

Ask for price

BBQ lunch

A barbecue lunch for your group, to make it a longer day. Ask us when you book.

Loved by travelers

What guests say

★★★★★

"Our guide spotted wildlife we would have completely missed. Private, relaxed and beautifully organized."

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Harris F.United States · TripAdvisor
★★★★★

"Blue Sky took care of everything from pickup to the last stop, easily the best day of our trip to Costa Rica."

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Ann F.Canada · TripAdvisor
Good to know

Frequently asked

Is this tour private?

Yes. The boat is only for your group, with your own captain and bilingual guide.

How much does it cost?

The price is per boat, not per person, so it works out well for families and groups. Send us your group size and your hotel on WhatsApp and we will send you the price.

How many people fit on the boat?

Up to 20 people. We also have smaller boats for couples and small groups.

Where is the pickup?

On the beach by your hotel. We pick up at the beaches of the Papagayo area, and also in Flamingo, Conchal, Las Catalinas and Tamarindo.

Where do we snorkel?

In the bays around Playa Huevos, on the Papagayo Peninsula.

What can we see?

Tropical fish and rocky reefs, and sea turtles are a common sight. In season you may also see dolphins and whales from the boat.

Do I need to know how to swim?

No. Life jackets and floats are included, and your guide stays with you in the water.

Is it good for children?

Yes. Children snorkel with a life jacket or a float, close to their parents and the guide.

Morning or afternoon?

Both are possible. We choose the best time with you, depending on the weather and the sea that day.

Is lunch included?

Snacks and drinks are included. You can add a BBQ lunch; ask us for the price.

Are tips included?

No, tips are not included.

Can we choose our own date?

Yes. Message us on WhatsApp with your dates and group size and we will confirm availability.

How do we pay?

We will walk you through the options when you book. It is quick and secure.

Is there a minimum group size?

Yes. All our tours are for a minimum of 2 people.

Do you offer group discounts?

Yes. For groups of more than 4 people, ask us about our group discounts when you book.

What is your cancellation policy?

Free cancellation more than 48 hours before your tour or transfer. Cancellations between 24 and 48 hours before are charged 30%. Cancellations with less than 24 hours' notice, or no-shows, are charged 100%.

Ready to book this tour?

Message us on WhatsApp and we'll build the day around your group — dates, pickup and add-ons.

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