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53 ft
Up to 16 people
Private yacht Manuel antonio, quepos tour
4.8
/5
(18 reviews)
Quepos
Step aboard Catch and Relax! This all-inclusive charter is ideal for snorkeling, diving, and scenic cruises, sunset cruise to enjoy the beauty of the coast of Manuel antonio Mational park chance to see whale and dolphin Enjoy a luxurious experience comple

"We had an absolutely incredible experience on the Catch & Relax—hands down the highlight of our trip!" —⁠ Nanie,
+3
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US $1,500
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47 ft
Up to 20 people
Lupo II - Ocean Life Costa Rica
4.9
/5
(24 reviews)
Playa Flamingo
Step aboard Ocean Life Costa Rica, a beautifully restored 1998 POST Deck boat, for an unforgettable experience on the stunning waters of Playa Flamingo.

"We all have dreams of what a perfect vacation experience might be like and often reality can’t live up to those dreams." —⁠ William,
+4
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US $1,200
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50 ft
Up to 20 people
Ocean Life Costa Rica – Lupo Cruise
5.0
/5
(4 reviews)
37 external reviews
Playa Flamingo
Ocean Life Costa Rica – Lupo Cruise is a beautifully restored 2001 Cruisers Yacht 5000 Sport Sedan motor yacht, offering the perfect blend of comfort, space, and performance for unforgettable days on the water.

"We thoroughly enjoyed our private tour for four. Great boat." —⁠ Stephen,
+4
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US $1,400
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26 ft
Up to 5 people
Sailfish Tours
5.0
/5
(9 reviews)
Tamarindo
Discover the beauty of Tamarindo aboard Sailfish Tours, a sleek 2020 Mako Center Console perfect for ocean adventures.

"my family of 5 had an amazing day out on carolina and bismark boat!" —⁠ Catherine,
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US $500
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28 ft
Up to 8 people
Guanacaste Adventure Tours
5.0
/5
(7 reviews)
Playa Hermosa
Guanacaste Adventure Tours invites you to embark on an unforgettable journey aboard their 2017 Vallejos American Style 1000 Center console, located in stunning Playa Hermosa.

"Great little boat, got us right up to the beaches. Orlando was fantastic." —⁠ Monte,
+3
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US $320
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24 ft
Up to 5 people
Early Marine Wildlife Adventure - Papagayo
5.0
/5
(8 reviews)
Coco
Luxury Tour Experience: Experience the best of Costa Rica from the water — where pristine beaches, crystal-clear waters, and warm tropical weather come together.

"We had the pleasure of spending a beautiful morning with Captain Alberto and Christian in the waters around Costa Rica." —⁠ Tommaso,
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US $385
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30 ft
Up to 10 people
Verde Volador CR
Coco
Experience the beauty of Costa Rica’s North Pacific aboard Verde Volador CR, a brand-new 2024 custom-made center console designed for unforgettable days on the water.
+2
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US $500
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29 ft
Up to 8 people
Pura Vida Snorkeling & Fishing
New
Playa Flamingo
Set out from Playa Flamingo aboard Pura Vida Snorkeling & Fishing, a 1994 custom-made 29-foot boat designed for memorable days on the water.
+3
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US $499
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27 ft
Up to 6 people
Kavelas Tours
Punta Arenas
Experience the beauty of Golfo de Nicoya aboard Kavelas Tours, a meticulously restored 1997 Mako 223 (restored in 2020) based in Punta Arenas.
+4
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US $600
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26 ft
Up to 5 people
Skipjack by Amberjack-Snorkel/Sunsets/Whale
5.0
/5
(8 reviews)
Playa Flamingo
Our expert guides will take you to ecologically rich areas, where the Costa Rican ocean bursts with life. This immersive snorkeling experience will leave you in awe of the delicate beauty that thrives below the surface of the ocean.

"We saw all that we were promised and more. Our Captain Jimbo was great." —⁠ Candy,
+4
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US $475

Frequently Asked Questions about Boat Tours in Costa Rica

The average price for a private 4 hour Costa Rica boat trip is US $1,213, while an 8 hour private trip will cost you US $1,930 based on prices on BoatBooker.com.
The average price for a private 4 hour Costa Rica boat trip is US $1,213, while an 8 hour private trip will cost you US $1,930 based on prices on BoatBooker.com.
The top 5 most popular boat types you can rent in Costa Rica, by number of boats available are:
The top 5 most popular boat types you can rent in Costa Rica, by number of boats available are:
The top 5 most popular boat categories you can rent in Costa Rica, by number of boats available are:
The top 5 most popular boat categories you can rent in Costa Rica, by number of boats available are:
According to customer reviews on BoatBooker.com, some of the best rated boat tours in Costa Rica are:
According to customer reviews on BoatBooker.com, some of the best rated boat tours in Costa Rica are:
The average price of boat tours in Costa Rica is:
  • 3-hour boating trips – US $420
  • 4-hour boating trips – US $830
  • 5-hour boating trips – US $586
  • 6-hour boating trips – US $661
  • 7-hour boating trips – US $2,350
  • 8-hour boating trips – US $2,100
The average price of boat tours in Costa Rica is:
  • 3-hour boating trips – US $420
  • 4-hour boating trips – US $830
  • 5-hour boating trips – US $586
  • 6-hour boating trips – US $661
  • 7-hour boating trips – US $2,350
  • 8-hour boating trips – US $2,100
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Boating in Costa Rica

Discover why Costa Rica boating charters are a favorite for travelers seeking wild beauty and effortless adventure. With two spectacular coastlines—Pacific and Caribbean—Costa Rica offers calm bays, lush mangroves, volcanic backdrops, and island-dotted horizons that are ideal for cruising. From sunrise outings to golden-hour sails, you'll find glassy inlets for relaxed family trips and open-water routes for thrill-seekers.

On the water, expect clear snorkeling spots, sea caves, and secluded beaches reachable only by boat. Dolphins are frequent companions, sea turtles glide past reef-fringed shores, and vibrant birdlife often lines the jungle edges where rivers meet the sea. Many itineraries blend coastal cruising with swim stops, paddle sessions, and beach picnics, creating a seamless day of exploration.

Costa Rica boating charters are also known for flexible experiences: half-day escapes, full-day island hopping, or multi-day yacht adventures that link tranquil coves with lively port towns. Adventure-forward travelers can pair their charter with surfing breaks and offshore pursuits, while nature lovers focus on serene estuaries and quiet anchorages surrounded by rainforest.

Whether you're planning private boat rentals, small-group tours, or a customized itinerary, boating in Costa Rica puts you close to everything the country is celebrated for—biodiversity, warm waters, and year-round tropical conditions. Browse Costa Rica boating charters to find the right vessel and route, then set course for an unforgettable journey across one of the world's most diverse seascapes.

What people said about boating in Costa Rica

  • 4.7
    /5
    (8 Hour – All-Day)

    Catch and Relax was amazing

    Don’t go by the weather on your weather apps. Ours called for rain but we saw not one drop. Weather can change very quickly!
    Lana M.
    Lana M.
    Reviewed on July 5, 2026
  • 5.0
    /5
    (Morning Tour All Included)

    Absolutely perfect - beyond expectations!

    The weather was perfect - the water was a bit murky, but very comfortable and fun. We saw turtles and crabs and felt safe the whole time.
    William S.
    William S.
    Reviewed on July 3, 2026
  • 5.0
    /5
    (Marine Adventure. From 10 to 3pm)

    Amazing time!!

    The trip was wonderful. We had experience ranging from first timers to some experience and everyone had a blast! 3 dads and 3 kids and we highly recommend. Caught some delicious snapper for dinner!
    Traci S.
    Traci S.
    Reviewed on April 9, 2026
  • 5.0
    /5
    (6 Hour Beach and Fishing Tour AM PM)

    Great family excursion! Highly recommend.

    Absolutely recommend this trip for families seeking the perfect blend of adventure and relaxation, led by a knowledgeable guide who knows exactly where to go and when.
    Cortney B.
    Cortney B.
    Reviewed on April 6, 2026
  • 5.0
    /5
    (5 Hour – Fun In The Sun Beach BBQ)

    Stunning Boat Adventure!

    Spend the money its worth your time. Seeing Costa Rica from the water was fun.
    Richard T.
    Richard T.
    Reviewed on March 15, 2026
  • 5.0
    /5
    (6 Hour Beach and Fishing Tour AM PM)

    Best Day of Trip!

    Bring towels and water shoes, sunblock and a good attitude! That’s all you need!!
    Brian P.
    Brian P.
    Reviewed on February 21, 2026
  • 5.0
    /5
    (Half day snorkeling PM)

    Wonderful captains!

    While it was a little windy, it kept the temperature cool. The visibility in the water wasn’t the best but could still see lots of fish and spotted ray.
    Jessica W.
    Jessica W.
    Reviewed on December 30, 2025
  • 4.7
    /5
    (Sunset Tour All Included)

    Great Family Adventure!

    Boating is great! Saw turtles, water because of the current this time of year is beautiful blue but not conducive to the best snorkeling(still fun)
    Samantha A.
    Samantha A.
    Reviewed on August 9, 2025

How people rated boat trips in Costa Rica

  • Ocean Life Costa Rica – Lupo Cruise
    Ocean Life Costa Rica – Lupo Cruise
    Boat rentals in Costa Rica
    5.0
    /5
    (Sunset Tour All Included)

    Perfect trip!

    Awesome weather awesome crew. Nathan was a great host! We had a blast. Nothing could have been better. Perfect time!
    Junior M.
    Junior M.
    Reviewed on Aug 8, 2026
  • Early Marine Wildlife Adventure - Papagayo
    Early Marine Wildlife Adventure - Papagayo
    Boat rentals in Costa Rica
    5.0
    /5
    ('Dolphins,Turtles & White Sand.')

    Wonderful snorkel trip!

    Thank you so much for a fun morning visiting beaches we would have missed and a fun time snorkeling. Boat was beautiful and crew were kind and informative. Can’t wait to return!
    Scott Z.
    Scott Z.
    Reviewed on Aug 4, 2026
  • Kabuki Sailing
    Kabuki Sailing
    Boat rentals in Costa Rica
    4.3
    /5
    (Special 8 hours trip for Jennifer Wade)

    A beautiful day on the water

    overall- the experiance was wonderful. the captain and crew were responsive and very nice. the boat needs updating and the owner should invest some time and money into its upkeep in the near future.
    Jennifer W.
    Jennifer W.
    Reviewed on Aug 1, 2026
  • Quepoa Spearfishing & Snorkeling
    Quepoa Spearfishing & Snorkeling
    Boat rentals in Costa Rica
    5.0
    /5
    (Budget Private Snorkeling Tour)

    amazing experience

    An amazing experience from start to finish! The captain and crew were incredibly friendly, welcoming, and attentive throughout the entire trip. The boat was in excellent condition, everything was punctual, and the whole experience was very well organized. It was definitely one of the highlights of our trip. I would 100% recommend them and would happily book with them again!
    Nirvana L. D.
    Nirvana L. D.
    Reviewed on Jul 29, 2026
  • Ocean Life Costa Rica – Lupo Cruise
    Ocean Life Costa Rica – Lupo Cruise
    Boat rentals in Costa Rica
    5.0
    /5
    (Sunset Tour All Included)

    Crew is AMAZING!!!

    From the moment we arrived on the boat, it was a non stop party! I was celebrating my birthday, and the crew certainly provided the vibes and excellent service. The food and snacks were delicious, the drinks were just right! Thank hou guys for making my birthday a true success!
    Lovell B.
    Lovell B.
    Reviewed on Jul 6, 2026
  • Early Marine Wildlife Adventure - Papagayo
    Early Marine Wildlife Adventure - Papagayo
    Boat rentals in Costa Rica
    5.0
    /5
    (The Beautiful Sunset In Papagayo)

    Really enjoyed this experience!

    Captain Alberto was so much fun! He took us all over, stayed out longer than the tour to accommodate us and make sure we got to see everything, took us snorkeling and found sea turtles, dolphins, and monkeys! I even had a sea turtle swim right up to me! We brought our 15 month old son with us and he took us over to the monkeys! It was such a good time! Drinks and fruit were included! Thank You Alberto, you gave us an experience we will be talking about as a family for a lifetime!
    Lijah L.
    Lijah L.
    Reviewed on Jul 5, 2026
  • Ocean Life Costa Rica – Lupo Cruise
    Ocean Life Costa Rica – Lupo Cruise
    Boat rentals in Costa Rica
    5.0
    /5
    (Full Day Tour All Included)

    Amazing

    Fantastic crew, boat and day. The service all day long was non stop. The views and activities (snorkeling, sightseeing, fishing) were a highlight of our family visit to Costa Rica.
    Kirt W.
    Kirt W.
    Reviewed on Jun 29, 2026
  • Ocean Life Costa Rica – Lupo Cruise
    Ocean Life Costa Rica – Lupo Cruise
    Boat rentals in Costa Rica
    5.0
    /5
    (Sunset Tour All Included)

    Great Experience, Friendly Crew

    We thoroughly enjoyed our private tour for four. Great boat. Had all the equipment for snorkeling, fishing, floating in the ocean. The crew was friendly, attentive and professional. Plenty of food and drink. Tour cut short by bad storm. Crew was great about safety and getting us back to the marina quickly. Highly recommend.
    Stephen S.
    Stephen S.
    Reviewed on Jun 19, 2026
  • Luxe Yacht Experience By Coral Dreams
    Luxe Yacht Experience By Coral Dreams
    Boat rentals in Costa Rica
    4.7
    /5
    (5 Hour – Sunset Signature Cruise)

    The captain and crew made sure we had the best experience despite a cloudy day

    The weather was not our friend that day, but the crew made sure we had the best time possible, very attentive and kept us out of the rain as much as possible, would definitely do this trip again! Food was amazing!
    Christine W.
    Christine W.
    Reviewed on Jun 8, 2026
  • Gunslinger Sportfishing
    Gunslinger Sportfishing
    Boat rentals in Costa Rica
    5.0
    /5
    (3 Hour – Sunset Tour)

    Exceptional team Look no further extremely well maintained boat

    Gunslinger delivers the experience that you expected without any issue. The crew was great. 2nd Mate Roy was wonderful, it you speak English ROY is your. simply the BEST. Great job Gunslinger. Thank you for a catered trip
    Skip D.
    Skip D.
    Reviewed on May 14, 2026
  • Early Marine Wildlife Adventure - Papagayo
    Early Marine Wildlife Adventure - Papagayo
    Boat rentals in Costa Rica
    5.0
    /5
    (Private Boat Tour Snorkel & Beaches)

    Sea Turtles and Dolphins!!

    We had a wonderful journey & saw so much gorgeous scenery and animals! Thank you so much! Would definitely recommend this to everyone
    Claire A.
    Claire A.
    Reviewed on May 7, 2026
  • Early Marine Wildlife Adventure - Papagayo
    Early Marine Wildlife Adventure - Papagayo
    Boat rentals in Costa Rica
    5.0
    /5
    (Private Boat Tour Snorkel & Beaches)

    Not to be missed.

    Fantastic 3 hours with Alberto Alejandro. He really knows the water, the jungle and the snorkeling beaches. We saw Crocodiles, fed monkeys and snorkeled on incredible beaches. All in 3 hours. Well done Captain! Well done.
    Charles F.
    Charles F.
    Reviewed on Mar 27, 2026
  • Early Marine Wildlife Adventure - Papagayo
    Early Marine Wildlife Adventure - Papagayo
    Boat rentals in Costa Rica
    5.0
    /5
    (Private Boat Tour Snorkel & Beaches)

    Private boat

    This was such an amazing experience. The captain was very sweet and took pictures of me and my boyfriend. The ride was very smooth and very peaceful. Snorkeling was fun and he had all types of swimming gear .
    Prisca T.
    Prisca T.
    Reviewed on Mar 27, 2026
  • Snorkeling Trip With Tamarindo Surf & Tours
    Snorkeling Trip With Tamarindo Surf & Tours
    Boat rentals in Costa Rica
    4.7
    /5
    (4 Hour Trip – Snorkeling (PM))

    beautiful day on the water

    thank you captains Jose and Juan for a beautiful day on the water. they chose two very different reefs for us to snorkel and we were happy with the variety. we were confused why the trip advertises lunch and snacks. we were bot provided with either. we packed lightly and made it through with just the snack mix we brought. they did have an iced cooler with drinks to which we added our own. over all a pleasant experience ending in a beautiful sunset!
    Jennifer R.
    Jennifer R.
    Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026
  • Fishing Charters Papagayo - One More Boat
    Fishing Charters Papagayo - One More Boat
    Boat rentals in Costa Rica
    5.0
    /5
    (3-H Sunset & Beaches Combo)

    Afternoon and Sunset Cruise

    Captain and his first mate were very accommodating! They tailored the trip to our preferences. We had a lovely and smooth ride around the coast, then stopped for a swim at a beach with crystal clear water. We ended our cruise with a beautiful sunset!
    Steve W.
    Steve W.
    Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026
  • Cabo Tour Méndez
    Cabo Tour Méndez
    Boat rentals in Costa Rica
    5.0
    /5
    (6 Hour Beach and Fishing Tour AM PM)

    Best Day of Trip!

    6 hour Cave/Snorkle/Beach/Cookout. This crew is fun and professional. We have booked charters all over the world and this was great. So much room for the 8 of us plus many more. Food/beer/local shots/snacks/fruit were all perfect. When we come back I’ll book with this group! Very satisfied! Thanks
    Brian P.
    Brian P.
    Reviewed on Feb 27, 2026
  • Yachting Costa Rica – MORENA
    Yachting Costa Rica – MORENA
    Boat rentals in Costa Rica
    5.0
    /5
    (8 Hour – Full Day With Sunset)

    Amazing

    Great crew that taught us things about Costa Rica, fishing and other things. The cook was amazing and the captain made the ride pleasant. I give this.100 out of a 100.
    Keith H.
    Keith H.
    Reviewed on Feb 15, 2026
  • Brisa Elegante – 100' Wooden Sail Cruiser
    Brisa Elegante – 100' Wooden Sail Cruiser
    Boat rentals in Costa Rica
    5.0
    /5
    (Brisa Elegante Sunset)

    Great afternoon on the water.

    The staff of the Brisa Eleganté are terrific. Very friendly, accommodating and professional. The food served on board is excellent, the swimming is a lot of fun and we saw a beautiful sunset and rainbow.
    John M.
    John M.
    Reviewed on Jan 24, 2026
  • R SPORT Fishing Adventures
    R SPORT Fishing Adventures
    Boat rentals in Costa Rica
    5.0
    /5
    (8 Hour – Tortuga Trip)

    Pepe was awesome!

    Both captain and deckhand made our day as enjoyable as possible. My group all wanted to do different things and they accommodated all of us. We were able to snorkel and fish and lounge at a beach. Would recommend and hope to book again in the future :)
    Athena E.
    Athena E.
    Reviewed on Jan 22, 2026
  • Yachting Costa Rica – ATENEA
    Yachting Costa Rica – ATENEA
    Boat rentals in Costa Rica
    5.0
    /5
    (4 Hour – Sunset Tour)

    Great service and crew!

    We had waited till the last minute for a sunset cruise on New Year’s Eve and we’re lucky enough to find this crew. They were professional, helpful, attentive, and great with our three young children. We even caught a fish!
    James A.
    James A.
    Reviewed on Jan 1, 2026