Private Papagayo Boat Charter

Snorkeling, beaches, fishing and Stand Up Paddle

Private speedboat charter in Guanacaste

Our private boat tours are ideal for families. With pick-up included directly on the beach in front of the hotel, this 4, 6 or 8 hour tour is ideal for a family or a group of friends who want to do a little of everything, or want a custom trip, like a boat rental with captain.

Tours include:

* Snorkeling

* Trolling fishing

* Stand Up Paddle

* Visit a private beach, far away and without people

While on the tour, you will enjoy drinks such as water, fruits and juice. And if you want a full day or ¾ day tour, we can also operate it.

The full-day tour, for example, called the Explorer, can even include a rich lunch in a virgin beach, far from civilization.

Snorkeling Papagayo
Snorkeling tour with Valentina Gra

During the trip we can stop at a rocky pinnacle, islet or island for snorkeling, or visit a white sand beach, where you can enjoy the sand, take a delicious bath or practice stand up paddle.

Stand Up Paddle during the private tour
SUP in calm waters opf the Pacific Ocean

And also included in the trip is: trolling fishing. Perhaps with luck, you can catch a tuna, mackerel or a Rooster Fish. Please remember to inquire about our Sportfishing Tours inc ase your main interest ins sportfishing.

Private boats in Papagayo

Boats available

We have two of the finest motor boats available in Guanacaste, serving clients from hotels in Papagayo and other areas, including Tamarindo, Conchal and JW Marriott.

Fast Boat  “LL”

Named after  a modus vivendi, LL, with two 150 HP Yamaha engines, is a boat adapted for the practice of diving, sport fishing, snorkeling, surfing and other activities to suit the client within the Gulf of Papagayo.

Private boat charter: Valentina Gra
La Lentitud

Technical characteristics-

– Capacity: 9 passengers, 2 crew.

– Length: 8.10 m.

–  Sleeve: 2.26 m.

–  Engine: 210 HP.

– Engine type: Outboard.

–  Fuel: gasoline.

–  Material: Fiberglass.

Equipment

– Center console with front seat

–  Bow and stern seats.

–  Canvas roof for extra shade on the bow.

–  1 bathroom.

–  Hoops and life jackets.

–  Fire extinguisher.

–  Bilge pump.

–  VHF radio, AM / FM, GPS.

–  Storage box.

– Cup holders.

–  Pole holder.

FAST BOAT  “VIGI”

TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS

–  Year: 2012.

–  Capacity: 8 passengers, 1 crew.

–  Length: 8.40 m.

–  Sleeve: 2.50 m.

–  Engine: 225 HP.

–  Fuel: Diesel.

–  Material: Fiberglass.

Equipament

–  Center console with front seat

–  Bow and stern seats.

–  Canvas roof for extra shade on the bow.

–  Hoops and life jackets.

 –  ABC portable fire extinguishers.

–  Bilge pump.

–  VHF radio, AM / FM, GPS.

–  Storage box.

–  Cup holders.

–  Pole holder.

Sailing Papagayo Guanacaste

Half Day Morning

The amazing Gulf of Papagayo and Bahia Culebra Bay are two of the most spectacular natural geographic places in the province of Guanacaste. This closed bah is well known for its calm waters, endless beaches, islets, clear waters for snorkeling, stand up paddling or sea kayaking. Our morning tour will take you sailing through this beautiful place. Recommended destinations for the morning trip: Playa Guacamaya, Guacamayita, snorkeling or kayaking inside the gulf or explore the coast and beaches outside, such as Playa Danta, Dantita, Huevos and many more. Half day recommended departure 8 AM for a return around noon. Snorkeling gear, kayaks or paddle boards, drinks, food included in the price. Pick up included and the hotel.

Sunset Tour

Get ready for a romantic trip onboard one of our beautiful and spacious sailboats or catamarans. Depart after lunch at 1:0 and head out to open ocean. Discover the beauty of colorful fish while snorkeling around rocky pinnacles and reefs. Learn paddle boarding or SUP, go for a sea kayaking trip, or swim, rest or sunbathe near an unspoiled beach. Later at around 5:00, the spectacle of the colorful sunset begins. Watch onboard the boat while enjoying drinks, snacks and fruit as the sun goes down fast, changing from light yellow, to orange to dark red. After the sun is gone, you will be taken back to the hotel. Pick up is included in all the major hotels listed. If hotels and resorts are on the beach, we can pick you up right from the beach.

Full Day

The full day private tour can leave at around 8 AM. Pick up at the hotel included. If the hotel is located right on the beach, we will pick you up from the beach, it is an ocean view hotel located far off the beach, a ground transfer to the put in is also included. The full day private charter includes lunch, snacks, drinks, sodas, beer, alcoholic, fruits, chips and dips, all the snorkeling gear in various sizes, ocean kayaks or paddle boards ( please specific ). Some of the recommended activities/destinations include snorkeling in various sites, swim or rest on the beach in secluded places, pristine beaches, go ocean kayaking and exploring or enjoy the fun of stand up paddle boarding. Guascamaya, Danta, Huevos and so many more beaches are found in this beautiful region. Return around 6 PM.

The majestic Gulf of Papagayo is the perfect framework for catamaran sailing and sailing adventures. This beautiful natural salt water lake is located in Northern Guanacaste,. Calm waters, secluded beaches, beautiful blue Ocean, amazing snorkeling sites, calm waters perfect for stand up paddle or ocean kayaking… Book any of our private charter trips, from morning tours to afternoon and sunset trips, to full day trips such as Full Day BBQ at playa Guacamaya, or simple sunbathe onboard, on a beach, swim in the water or enjoy the fresh Ocean breeze. The tours include snorkeling gear, guides, staff, ocean kayaks or paddle boards, fishing poles, great food and drinks, fresh fruit and snacks onboard, prepared in the fully equipped kitchen. Come, an unforgettable journey awaits !

Sailing Planet Hollywood Papagayo

Sailing Planet Hollywood Papagayo

Sailing Planet Hollywood  – Papagayo , Guanacaste Costa Rica   

We are now also operating catamaran sailing trips for clients staying at the newly built Planet Hollywood Papagayo, inaugurated in 2018 and located on the beach in Papagayo Guanacaste.

Book a morning half day trip from 8 – 12 or the afternoon / evening sunset sailing tour. Like the rest of the trips, you will enjoy fantastic views, amazing snorkeling and the exploration of secluded coasts.

Our full day private catamaran sailing tour from 10 to 6 PM includes a delicious BBQ lunch on a secluded beach.

The place where we pick clients up is located right on the beach. The company also offers great scuba diving, so if you are interested in diving, please request a quote for a 2 tank dive trip to Catalina Islands or the local dive sites.

Sunset charter

Tours available from Planet Hollywood Papagayo:

  • 4 HOUR morning sailing tour
  • 4 HOUR sunset sailing tour
  • 8 hour FULL DAY private sailing tour

All the tours include direct pickup from right on the beach at Planet Hollywood Papagayo, gear, guides, captain, and services included.

Included:

Snorkeling gear, drinks ( alcoholic beverages and liquors, beersm, sodas, juice, water ), snacks ( chips and dips, sandwiches, other snacks, fresh cut fruit ), free use of kayaks or paddle boards ( please inquire before !!!! )

The full day private tour also includes a full BBQ LUNCH on a secluded beach. Depending on the boat, it also includes Chicken Brochettes, Rice Salad, even Shrimps.

Morning catamaran sailing

The private half day morning charter leaves from the beach at Planet Hollywood at 8 30 am and returns by 12 O Clock. This 4 hour ocean experience will take you sailing west, towards a secluded beach located near the end of the Papagayo Peninsula.

The trip includes open bar, light foot items served onboard, snorkeling, fishing rods, paddle boards and a very pleasing and profesional crew.

Sunset private sailing

The 4 hour sunset charter is ideal for those who wish to see the colorful sunsets that happen in the area. 

We will pick you up on the beach in front of Planet Hollywood at 2 pm and you will return by 6 pm, just in time before dark but with the opportunity to enjoy the magical sunsets typical of the Papagayo Peninsula.

The sunset charter includes open bar, food, items, snorkeling, apddle boards and visiting a secluded beach.

Full day private sailing charter

The full day private catamaran trip is right for you if you wish to share an entire day on the ocean with your friends, family or coworkers.

Leaving from the beach in front of the hotel at 10 am, it returns after the sunset, by 6 pm.

During the trip you have fishing rods, snorkeling, paddle boards and great music sound system included.

You will also visit a secluded beach, where the crew will prepare a delicious BBQ lunch served on the pristine sand, while you can continue enjoying snorkeling, bathing, swimming or paddle boarding.

Departures:

Daily departures. Please advise a few days in advance the latest. During the High Season advanced reservations are suggested ( not required )

Morning Departure:

8 30 – 12 30 Noon

Sunset Sailing: MORE INFO

 2 – 6 PM

Full Day:

10 – 6 PM

Sailing Secrets Papagayo

Secrets Papagayo Sailing Charters – Guanacaste Costa Rica

Secrets Papagayo is conveniently located in the Gulf of Papagayo and the southern part of the Papagayo Peninsula.

It is located in an area with very calm waters and beautiful natural scenery around it, thereby being a great place from where we can pick you up for a private sailing charters of catamaran tour.

Morning Tour

Secrets Papagayo is conveniently located inside Bahia Culebra, Gulf of Papagayo, where the water is calm and the coast is protected from waves and storms.

The morning half day sailing charter will pick you up early in the morning, normally at 8 am.

After leaving the Gulf of Papagayo, hopefully at full speed with powerful winds, we will head to a rocky island or secret islet where we will jump into the water and discover the secrets of the marine wildlife ( colorful fish and marine creatures await ).

The second part of the tour is spending time on a secluded beach, normally we have a selection of several ones.

On the beach, you will have time to enjoy snorkeling, swimming, relaxing, playing on the beach or do stand-up paddling and ocean kayaking ( included in case of some of the boats )

The tour includes drinks, fruit, snacks, chips, snorkeling gear and water. Return to the beach is estimated at 12 .

Sunset Tour

The Afternoon-Evening Sunset Tour includes everything the morning tour includes. The main difference is the departure and return time.

The sunset sailing tour departs at 2 PM and returns by 6 PM.

The highlight of the tour is the fact that upon returning to the hotel at around 6 PM you will enjoy the amazing sunset from the ocean onboard the vessel while enjoying a delicious drink or cocktail.

The tour likewise includes snorkeling, spending time on a secluded beach somewhere, and in case of some of the boats ( stand up paddle boards and ocean kayaking ).

Full Day Sunset Sailing

If you really wish to go away for the day, and leave the commercial Guanacaste coastline behind, the full day adventure is the best tour for people that wish to really have a view of what the original Guanacaste province coastline offers.

The tour departs at 10 AM, and the crew and boat will pick you up at 10 AM right in front of the hotel. After sailing off into the deep blue ocean, the service will begin to pamper you.

Limitless drinks, fruit, fresh fruit juice, snacks and beers are included. Snorkeling is included also.

The crew will help you jump into the water, where a wonderful world of tropical coral fish awaits.

Other wildlife species you might encounter include turtles, humpback whales, fish, dolphins and birds are quite common.

Once snorkeling is done, a stop is included at a wonderful secluded beach, where you will have enough time to enjoy the sand, the tropical nature and the silence surrounding you.

Snorkeling, and in case of some boats ( stand up addling and kayaks are also included in the tour ).

After enjoying the delicious lunch on the beach, you will head back to the hotel and arrive at around 6 PM.

Included:

Snorkeling gear, fishing rods, drinks ( alcoholic beverages and liquors, beersm, sodas, juice, water ), snacks ( chips and dips, sandwiches, other snacks, fresh cut fruit ), free use of kayaks or paddle boards ( please inquire before !!!! )

The full day private tour also includes a full BBQ LUNCH on a secluded beach. Depending on the boat, it also includes Chicken Brochettes, Rice Salad, even Shrimps.

Departures:

Daily departures. Please advise a few days in advance the latest. During the High Season advanced reservations are suggested ( not required )

Morning Departure:

8 – 12 Noon

Sunset Sailing:

 2 – 6 PM

Full Day:

10 – 6 PM

Sailing Secrets Papagayo

Located inside of the Culebra Bay, in Papagayo, Secrets Papagayo is an all inclusive beach resort offering amazing ocean views, several restaurants, swimming pools and a long list of activities and tours.

Our morning half day charters, sunset private tours and full day sailing trips include pick up right on the beach located in front of the hotel.

Secrets Papagayo beach

Las Catalinas Sailing

Sailing Las Catalinas  Guanacaste

Catamaran sailing trips from Las Catalinas /  Hotel Santarena /  Hotel Chameleon

If you are staying at Las Catalinas, in a private house rental or at the local Hotels Chameleon or Santarena, we invite you to join our private catamaran sailing tours departing daily with previous notice.   Read about some recommendations of catamarans from Las Catalinas.

Morning tour ( 4 hours )

The tour includes snorkeling, sailing and spending time on a secluded private beach, where no human development can be traced. Trolling fishing is also included. The tours include drinks, alcoholic and non – alcoholic, fruit juice, water, sodas, fruit snacks like chips and dips,

Sunset Tour ( 4 hours )

The sunset sailing tour is the most popular trip out of Las Catalinas, since it include everything the morning tour does, but you will also be able to watch the colors of the sun going down the horizon while you are still on the ocean, sharing a drink or cocktail with your friends.

Full day ( 8 hours )

The Full Day private catamaran sailing tour departs at 10 in the morning and returns by 6 in the afternoon. It includes everything the morning tours do, but besides that and more time away, also an amazing and delicious BBQ lunch, served right on the beach at one of the many secret beaches we include in our trips.

Las Catalinas is a beachfront residential community located on Playa Dantas, a very nice beach in Central-North Guanacaste.

Like all the tours in this part of Guanacaste, it includes snorkeling, SUP boards, great food and drinks ( chips, dips, burritos, fresh fruit, juices, water, sodas and also endless alcoholic drinks and beers ( Not the imported ones ) Our trips focus on exploring the beauty of nature and secluded beaches and snorkeling sites.

Two hotels are currently also available at Las Catalinas, Casa Chameleon which is on the hilltop side, with fantastic ocean views, and Santarena, which is located on the beach.

One of the highlights in the area include Playa Huevos and Nacazcolito, two fantastic beaches located in the outside of the Papagayo Golf abnd Bahia Culebra.

These pristine beaches offer not only beautiful sand and clear waters, but also very few, most certainly no people and also great snorkeling rocks.

The half day tours can leave at 8 and return by 12 ( morning half day sailing tour ) or four hours from 2 – 6 PM in case of the half day sunset tour.

The full day trip goes from 10 – 6 PM and also includes a delicious BBQ lunch on a secluded beach.

Las Catalinas is a beuatiful beach front community located on the beach at Playa Dantas, Guanacaste, 15 minutes North of Flamingo Beach.

Included:

Snorkeling gear, drinks ( alcoholic beverages and liquors, beersm, sodas, juice, water ), snacks ( chips and dips, sandwiches, other snacks, fresh cut fruit ), free use of kayaks or paddle boards ( please inquire before !!!! ) The full day private tour also includes a full BBQ LUNCH on a secluded beach. Depending on the boat, it also includes Chicken Brochettes, Rice Salad, even Shrimps.

Departures:

Daily departures. Please advise a few days in advance the latest. During the High Season advanced reservations are suggested ( not required )

Morning Departure:

8 – 12 Noon

Sunset Sailing:

 2 – 6 PM

Full Day:

10 – 6 PM

Sailing El Mangroove Guanacaste

Sailing El Mangroove

El Mangroove Papagayo Private Sailing Charters

Book our private sailing charters from El Mangroove Papagayo, in Guanacaste, and get ready to enjoy the best ocean experience with the best catamarans and especially the best crew. 

Morning Tour

El Mangrove Papagayo Hotel is located on the beach at Playa Panama, in Papagayo, Guanacaste, and our private catamaran sailing charters pick you up from right on the beach in front of the hotel,

The morning tour will pick you up at 8 am and return by 12.During these 4 hours you will enjoy sailing onboard a great catamaran, discover marine wildlife during snorkeling, trolling fishing, sailing, and enjoying the amazing beaches of Guanacaste. 

Depending on the boat, the tour also includes SUP paddle boards and kayaks ( ocean kayaks ) for the enjoyment during the time on the beach.

The tour also includes drinks, fruit, fruit juice, water, snacks and great snorkeling gear.

Sunset Tour

The sunset tour, like the morning tour includes snorkeling, sup and kayaks depending on the boat, trolling fishing and sufficient time on the undeveloped beaches that we visit.

The highlight of the sunset tour is that it includes being able to enjoy the amazing red, purple and dark orange colors of the sunsets, while still on board of the vessel and while enjoying a drink or a cocktail.

Drinks, fruit, snacks, chips, alcoholic drinks are included.

Full Day Sunset Sailing

The 8 hour full day private sailing trip departs at 10 and returns by 6 pm.

This full day adventure also includes a delicious barbeque lunch no a secluded beach, as well as limitless drinks, alcoholic and sodas, fruit jucie and water, fruit, snacks, chips, dips, burritos or similar during the tour.

The activities included in the tour include snorkeling in the best available places, normally those with no people r few people, visiting a secluded beach in order to show you the beauty of Guanacaste{s nature and trolling fishing.

Some of our boats also include stand up paddle, and ocean kayaking, in case this is important, please request in advance in order to clarify.

The tour returns by 6 PM so you will also be able to enjoy the sunsets from onboard the sailboat or catamaran.

Included:

Snorkeling gear, drinks ( alcoholic beverages and liquors, beers, sodas, juice, water ), snacks ( chips and dips, sandwiches, other snacks, fresh cut fruit ), fishing rods, free use of kayaks or paddle boards ( please inquire before !!!! )

The full day private tour also includes a full BBQ LUNCH on a secluded beach. Depending on the boat, it also includes Chicken Brochettes, Rice Salad, even Shrimps.

Departures:

Daily departures. Please advise a few days in advance the latest.

During the High Season advanced reservations are suggested ( not required )

Morning Departure:

8 – 12 Noon

Sunset Sailing:

 2 – 6 PM

Full Day:

10 – 6 PM

El Mangroove Papagayo

El Mangroove Papagayo

El Mangroove Papagayo is a beautiful luxury hotel located on the beach in Playa Panama, in the Papagayo Peninsula, in northern Guanacaste.

El Mangroove offers direct beach access, beautiful rooms with style, several restaurants and swimming pools.

The beach in front of the hotel is ideal for beach vacations and for those interested in bathing, since there are no mayor currents nor big waves, hence, it is also a great place for getting picked up by our catamarans for the private catamaran sailing trips.

 

Private group sailing trips

Guanacaste, the perfect incentive and retreats destination in Costa Rica !

Guanacaste is a perfect destination for incentive travel and corporate retreats. Groups travel to Guanacaste quite regularely, mainly because vacationing in Guanacaste is truly a reward because of the unique and stunning natural beauty, and the hotels , resorts and tour company can really offer amazing activities, including private group sailing tours. Our private group sailing charters can be booked in advance with direct pick up right in front of the hotel in case the hotel is one the beach, or we can include land transportation to the meeting point first in case you require it. Ideal for Corporate Reterats in Guanacaste !

Private group catamaran sailing

Guanacaste has some of the most beautiful beaches, but also volcanoes, ( active and dormant ), large national parks, diverse climates and landscapes and a colorful mix of friendly locals ( Guanacastecos ) and foreigners, some of which have been established in the region for longer than 3 decades. While several beach regions are developed with hotels and resorts, there is still plenty of coastline with secluded and pristine beaches, and our tours will take you just there.

Sailng, snorkeling, stand up paddling and kayaking

Private sailboat charter

Sailing onboard a catamaran sailboat is one of the most beautiful sensations, especially the combination of sailing but also the nature and the landscapes that come with each tour, abundant natural landscapes, the blue Pacific Ocean, snorkeling, ocean kayaking, paddle boarding, or arriving at a secluded beach and simply enjoy nature, the sand, sun and sea.

Each tour comes with abundant amenities, including snacks, drinks, snorkeling equipment, experienced and knowledgeable guides and captain.

We can offer you over 15 different boats, from regular sailboats for those looking for the “ true “ sailing Experience, as well as many catamarans in various sizes, capable or carrying groups in the number of 90 people and 28 people the smaller boats.

Groups Sailing

Morning sailing charter

  • The morning tour normally departs at around 8 AM to return around noon. After departing and leaving the coast behind, you will enjoy cold beer, liquors, snacks ( including dips, chips, burritos, fresh fruit and more ) while enjoying the abrupt and dramatically beautiful coast of Guanacaste.
  • The tour also includes snorkeling, pit stops at secluded beaches, trolling ( fishing ) if you are interested, ocean kayaking or stand up paddles SUP.

Sunset Sailing

  • Leaving at around 1:30 PM, the main goal of this later departure is to enjoy the colorful and magical sunsets, so typical of Guanacaste. However, this trip also includes snorkeling, kayaking, paddle boarding, fishing ( free ).
  • Or simply relax, chat, enjoy the fresh breeze or views and enjoy alcoholic beverages, fresh fruits, juice, sodas, snacks and onboard music while sailing through the Pacific Ocean.

Private full day sailing

  • Full Day
  • The full day ( 8 – 9 hours ) can take you anywhere you desire.
  • Enjoy a fantastic BBQ lunch on a secluded beach, while you also enjoy kayaking, paddle boarding, or snorkeling, or choose any destination you want and we can take you there. Sample destinations include Papagayo Gulf, Nacazcol beach, Guacamaya Beach, or Santa Rosa National Park`s Roc a Bruja and much more.
  • Comfortable onboard , seating areas, lunch, drinks, gear included.

Our Services

Enjoy sailing along the Guanacaste Coastline !

All the boats have the best and most modern and well maintained safety gear and equipment, such as radio, GOPS, telephone ( cell coverage ), radar, water pumps, life jackets, life boats. 

Also, the guides are all well trained and the service and hospitality onboard is first class. The captain and the guides not only know how to do their job, but also are they great entertainers, knowledgeable of nature and things you will encounter during each of the trips.

All the staff going on the tours are English speaking.W hether small groups or larger groups, we can accommodate and arrange a trip for groups as large as 250 people if informed with time ahead.

We have boats that are perfect for smaller more intimate groups ( 25- 28 people ), but we also have catamarans that can carry ( comfortably ) up to 90 people.

Just let us know what it is you are looking for, what it is you expect from a tour and we can custom designed a route for you, including the specific activities and meals.

PRIVATE SAILING CHARTERS to remote beaches

Some of the most succesfull tours we have operated so far incude the full day sailking tours to remote and secluded beaches, beaches that are incredibly beautiful and have no human development, offering the participoants an experienced many have never had before, The full day private charters include, besides sailing, snorkeling, stand up paddles and kayaking, a delicious bweach BBQ, amidt tropical palm trees and enchanting views of sand, blue ocean and skies.

Sailing Four Seasons Papagayo

Sailing Four Seasons Papagayo

Sailing Four Seasons Papagayo

Come join us for the best private sailing charters from Four Seasons Papagayo, in the beautiful Papagayo Peninsula, in northern Guanacaste.

Half Day Morning

Our half day morning sailing and snorkeling tour departs at 8 AM and returns around 4 hours later. We will pick you up in front of the main beach ( Virador ).

Sailing Four Seasons Papagayo
Private sailing Four Seasons Papagayo

First, we will sail away from shore. Enjoy the Pacific Ocean breeze and the soft movement of the waves.

Our luxury sailboat is equipped with all the necessary equipment for a super comfortable trip.

Spacious salon, with air conditioning, private bathrooms, freshwater showers, bar, kitchen, chart table and abundant seating spot both inside and on deck.

The tour also includes stops at reefs and rocky islets, near secluded beaches, a perfect setting for snorkeling, kayaking or simply rest either onboard or on the beach.

Go swimming, jumping in from deck, or use the snorkeling platform. You can also request paddle boards, a fun activity for while we are anchored in one of the secret spots.

Sunset Tour

Sunset Sailing Four Seasons
Private sailing Four Seasons Papagayo

Book the afternoon private sunset sailing trip ! Leaving at 1 30 PM , before the sunsets, you will enjoy plenty of activities in beautiful places.

Snorkel in secluded sites, where rocks, reefs and caverns create the perfect habitat for colorful fish and other sea creatures.

You will also have a chance to practice paddle boarding ( please request in advance ); or go for a short ocean kayaking expedition, while the sailboat is anchored.

The tour includes great food ( snacks, burritos, chips and dips, delicious food, fine liquors, beer, sodas, fruit juice, all prepared in the onboard kitchen and bar.

When the time has come, prepare for some of the most amazing colors you have seen while the sun rapidly hides beyond the horizon.

Return after sunset. This is a sample itinerary, personalized trips can be easily arranged, including scuba diving.

Full Day

If you are a sailing enthusiasts, and also a bit of an adventurer and explorer, then request our customized full day sailing tour.

Out of the Four Seasons Papagayo, we can reach many incredible destinations, pristine and secluded, in a 8 – 9 hour time frame.

Explore the Murcielago Islands, Catalina Islands, the Gulf of Nicoya, rocky pinnacles, secret spots, white sand beaches, tiny romantic coves and many more.

Full service onboard includes great food, unlimited beer, drinks, fine liquors, bottled water, fresh cut juice, snacks and a delicious fresh prepared lunch.

Extra activities while anchoring on a secluded beach or near a rocky islet includes, snorkeling, paddle boarding, ocean kayaking or simply jumping into the water for as many times as you want, either from deck or using the spacious snorkeling and scuba platform.

We can even include scuba diving with additional charge. Enjoy watching occasional dolphins, even whales, sea turtles, all this surrounded by unmatched tropical and natural beauty. After the fantastic sunset, we will slowly return to the hotel.

The spectacular Four Seasons Papagayo is perched on a private Peninsula overlooking the ever blue Gulf of Papagayo on the South side, and the open Pacific Ocean and the Northern Coast of Guanacaste on the other side, with beautiful beaches on both sides.

The rugged, abrupt and dramatic coastline create the perfect setting for sailing adventures, with abundant secluded beaches, rocky islets and pinnacles and simply breathtaking views everywhere.

Tour details

Price: From 750 U$

Contact us for a quote

  • PLEASE INDICATE THE NAME OF THE HOTEL or BEACH you wold like to get picked up since RATES and DETAILS change a little bit depending on that information.

Included:

  • Snorkeling gear, fishing rods for trolling, drinks ( alcoholic beverages and liquors, beers, sodas, juice, water ), snacks ( chips and dips, sandwiches, other snacks, fresh cut fruit ), free use of kayaks or paddle boards ( please inquire before !!!! ) The full day private tour also includes a full BBQ LUNCH on a secluded beach. Depending on the boat, it also includes Chicken Brochettes, Rice Salad, even Shrimps.

Departures:

  • Daily departures. Please advice a few days in advance the latest. During the High Season advanced reservations are suggested ( not required )
  • Morning Departure: 8 – 12 Noon
  • Sunset Sailing: 2 – 6 PM
  • Full Day: 10 – 6 PM

Sailing Riu Palace

Private sailing Charters – Riu Palace

We offer catamaran sailing charters and private sailing tours from Riu Palace, which is a resort located on the beach in Playa Matapalo, Guanacaste.

We can pick clients up from right on the beach, which enhances the experience of a fantastic half or full day sailing adventure in Guanacaste.

Half Day Morning

The perfect trip for you, your family or group companions.

Riu Palace Sailing

Our totally private sailing tour depart daily with a few days of previous notice if possible.

All the tours include sodas, bottled water, fresh juice and fruits, and abundant snacks, chips and dip, and if requested, lunch with an additional charge.

All the trips include snorkeling gear, stops at a perfect pristine spot ideal for snorkeling and the enjoyment of secluded beautiful beaches,

Ocean kayaks, paddle boards are also free of charge ( please advice ). Scuba diving can be included with extra charge.

Pick up transportation from the hotel or condo to the docks and back is also included in the final price. Departure around 8 AM and return around noon

Sunset Tour

Our suggested tour departure time is 1:30, with a later afternoon return around 6:00.

The tour includes very good food and drinks onboard, including beer, sodas, water, fruits and juicy, Rum, Vodka, Whiskey and cocktails and snacks, normally dips and chips, but also might be Burritos.

Lunch can also be included with an extra charge. The tour includes snorkeling while anchoring at a secret beach and reef spot, away from the crowds.

Discover the marine wildlife, the colorful fish, enjoy SUP or sea kayaking. Or if you are less interested in adventure and sports, just relax, sunbathe, talk, enjoy the breeze and the unforgettable scenery. The highlight ? The amazing sunsets seen from the open ocean.

Full Day

The full day sailing tour departs early in the morning.

Sailing away from the coast at around 8AM, we will first head out to open ocean, while silently sailing along the coast near and around rocky islets, reefs and rocky pinnacles to a secluded beach.

After anchoring, people can enjoy endless snorkeling in these pristine waters, sea kayaking around the coast, or go for some occasional fishing.

Meanwhile, for those staying onboard, comfort is there… spacious seating areas, large salon and table, spacious deck for sunbathing or sightseeing.

Enjoy delicious snacks and food, fresh fruit, drinks, cocktails, a cold beer, bottled water or sodas. A delicious lunch is also included.

Choose from many destinations to visit, from Murcielago Islands, to exotic and untouched beaches. After finalizing the experience of watching the sunsets from the ocean, we will head back to the hotel.

Riu Place and Riu Guanacaste are perfect hotels for private sailing tour departures, both hotels are located right on the beach for a perfect pick up.

We have a list of boats available, from smaller catamarans to larger ones ( up to 90 passengers ) as well as sailboats.

We offer private tours only, including half days in the morning, half days in the afternoon to watch the sunsets as well as full day private 8 hour trips and even overnight charters. If staying at Riu, we will pick you up right on the beach.

Sample trips include snorkeling, SUP, kayaking, some fishing, great food, drinks and snorkeling.

Tour details

Price: From 750 U$

Contact us for a quote

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Included:

  • Snorkeling gear, drinks ( alcoholic beverages and liquors, beersm, sodas, juice, water ), snacks ( chips and dips, sandwiches, other snacks, fresh cut fruit ), free use of kayaks or paddle boards ( please inquire before !!!! )
  • The full day private tour also includes a full BBQ LUNCH on a secluded beach. Depending on the boat, it also includes Chicken Brochettes, Rice Salad, even Shrimps.

Departures:

  • Daily departures. Please advice a few days in advance the latest. During the High Season advanced reservations are suggested ( not required )
  • Morning Departure: 8 – 12 Noon
  • Sunset Sailing: 2 – 6 PM
  • Full Day: 10 – 6 PM

Sailing JW Marriott Guanacaste

Sailing JW Marriott Guanacaste

Half Day Morning

The morning 4 hour tour leaves shore at 8 AM and head to open water.

Enjoy sailing along with the fresh ocean breeze, watch occasional dolphins jumping, perhaps even whales when it is seasons, or some sea turtles.

The tour also includes a stop in a special site for snorkeling. There, we can also take out the ocean kayaks, or do some paddle boarding around the boat if you like.

Food includes Guacamole, Pico de Gallo, chips, tortillas, Burritos or Sandwiches. After plenty of time swimming in the ocean, resting near a secluded beach, we will commence the journey back.

Trip also includes plenty of drinks, sodas, beers, alcoholic drinks and cocktails, fresh fruit. A perfect private sailing trip. Departures daily. Please advice in advance if possible.

Sunset Tour

Come with us and enjoy the fantastic colorful sunsets that are traditional in Guanacaste.

This 4 hour trip starts at 1 30 pm. Until the sun sets, you will enjoy the fresh breeze while sailing near beautiful sites, rocky pinnacles, islets, beaches or watch the entire coastline from a far distance.

Snorkeling at a special snorkeling site is also included. You can also hop on one of the Ocean Kayaks and explore more.

Some boats carry paddle boards. Great food is also included, Burritos, some sandwiches, fresh fruit, chips and dips, sodas, beer, alcohol, fruit juices.

When the time has come, everybody on deck and enjoy the orange, red, pink, purple, blue colors of the sunset while the sun rapidly set hiding under the Horizon.

Pick up and return from the hotel included. Full day trips are also available.

Full Day Sailing

Start at around 9 AM in the morning.

After the departure, we will commence our full day sailing trip, discovering the beauty of the coast in Guanacaste and the Pacific Ocean.

The adventure combines free sailing through the sea with stops at rocky reefs and secluded beaches for snorkeling, ocean kayaking and if requested also paddle boards.

It does not matter if you are an Expert or Beginner, you will be able to enjoy none the less.

Food onboard includes delicious snacks, like chips, mole and Pico de Gallo, sandwiches or Burritos and a full lunch. Drinks included are beer, cold sodas, bottled water, alcoholic drinks and cocktails.

After enjoy sailing for miles, admiring the scenery, sunbathing, swimming and snorkeling, we will all enjoy the sunset from onboard the boat. Late afternoon evening return ( after sunset ). Different boats available.

If you are looking for a private sailing tour, one during which you can occasionally spot dolphins, humpback whales, do some excellent snorkeling, enjoy paddle boarding or ocean kayaking and explore secluded beaches and swim near pristine beaches then we can offer that.

All our private tours include unlimited snacks, fruit, juices, sodas, beers, liquors ( local Rum, Guaro and other drinks ); fine drinks also available upon request.

Book the half day ( 4 hour tour ) trip or the half day afternoon sunset tour. We also do full day adventures, 8 – 9 hours of sailing along the coast, to secluded beaches, around rocky pinnacles and islets or specific destinations.

Tour details

Price: From 750 U$

Contact us for a quote

  • PLEASE INDICATE THE NAME OF THE HOTEL or BEACH you wold like to get picked up since RATES and DETAILS change a little bit depending on that information.

Included:

  • Snorkeling gear, drinks ( alcoholic beverages and liquors, beersm, sodas, juice, water ), snacks ( chips and dips, sandwiches, other snacks, fresh cut fruit ), free use of kayaks or paddle boards ( please inquire before !!!! ) The full day private tour also includes a full BBQ LUNCH on a secluded beach. Depending on the boat, it also includes Chicken Brochettes, Rice Salad, even Shrimps.

Departures:

  • Daily departures. Please advice a few days in advance the latest. During the High Season advanced reservations are suggested ( not required )
  • Morning Departure: 8 – 12 Noon
  • Sunset Sailing: 2 – 6 PM
  • Full Day: 10 – 6 PM