Beach Tours

Discover the stunning variety of Costa Rica’s Pacific beaches on a guided beach hopping tour. Visit multiple unique beaches in a single day, each offering its own charm—from white sands and crystal-clear waters to vibrant surf scenes and secluded coves.

These tours typically include transportation, allowing you to relax and enjoy the scenic coastal drive. Whether you're interested in sunbathing, swimming, snorkeling, or exploring local beach towns, there's something for everyone.

• Location: Guanacaste Province (Playa Conchal, Playa Flamingo, Tamarindo, Playa Grande)
• Best For: Beach enthusiasts seeking variety and exploration
• Price: $75–$120 USD per person
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Set sail on a catamaran cruise and experience Costa Rica’s coastline from a whole new perspective. These tours offer a mix of relaxation and adventure, with opportunities to snorkel, spot dolphins or sea turtles, and enjoy a freshly prepared meal onboard.

The highlight? Watching the sun melt into the Pacific Ocean as you sip a tropical drink on deck. Morning and midday cruises are available too, but the sunset ones are truly unforgettable.

• Location: Tamarindo, Papagayo, Manuel Antonio, Jacó
• Best For: Couples, families, and groups
• Price: $75–$130 USD per person
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Discover Costa Rica’s vibrant marine life on a snorkeling boat tour. These guided excursions take you to some of the best offshore spots for spotting colorful coral, tropical fish, rays, and even sea turtles.

Snorkeling tours often include boat rides to secluded beaches or islands, with opportunities to swim, relax, and enjoy fresh tropical snacks between snorkeling sessions.

• Location: Gulf of Papagayo, Manuel Antonio, Cahuita, Isla Tortuga
• Best For: Families, casual swimmers, marine life lovers
• Price: $45–$90 USD per person
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Experience the magic of Costa Rica’s coastline on horseback. These scenic rides take you along pristine beaches, through coastal forests, and sometimes even into shallow waves for a splashy adventure.

Guided tours cater to all experience levels and often include stops for wildlife viewing, photo opportunities, and spectacular sunset views.

• Location: Tamarindo, Playa Conchal, Samara, Playa Hermosa
• Best For: Couples, families, nature lovers
• Price: $40–$75 USD per person
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Witness one of nature’s most awe-inspiring events — the nesting or hatching of sea turtles. These tours offer a rare chance to see turtles come ashore to lay their eggs or baby turtles making their way to the ocean.

Guided night tours are available during nesting season and are conducted with great care to avoid disturbing the animals. Popular spots include Tortuguero and Ostional, known for mass nesting events called *arribadas*.

• Location: Tortuguero, Ostional, Playa Grande
• Best For: Nature lovers, families, photographers
• Price: $25–$60 USD per person
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Reconnect with your inner self surrounded by the sounds of the ocean and the warmth of the tropical sun. Costa Rica offers countless yoga classes and wellness retreats held right on the beach or in open-air jungle studios.

Whether you're a beginner or an experienced yogi, beach yoga sessions are designed to relax, rejuvenate, and restore balance to your mind and body. Wellness retreats may also include meditation, healthy meals, spa treatments, and nature excursions.

• Location: Nosara, Santa Teresa, Uvita, Tamarindo
• Best For: Wellness seekers and yoga lovers
• Price: From $15 for classes, $500+ for multi-day retreats
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