Private Catamaran Eco-Adventure Manuel Antonio
4.6

Private Catamaran Eco-Adventure Manuel Antonio

By Planet Dolphin
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Duration: 4h
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  • Natural Juices
  • Buffet Lunch or early dinner
  • Professional guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Use of Snorkelling equipment
  • Private tour
  • Cocktails with vodka & Rum
What's not included
  • Gratuities
  • Towel


Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.
  • Marina Pez Vela, Provincia de Puntarenas, Quepos, 60601, Costa Rica
    On the first floor, white table around offices.
Pickup details
  • Transportation service is included in the price ONLY if you re staying in Quepos/Manuel Antonio area.
Hotel pickup offered
During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.
    Port pickup offered
    During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included ports.
    • Marina Pez Vela, Provincia de Puntarenas, Quepos, 60601, Costa Rica
    End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

      • Not wheelchair accessible
      • Pushchair accessible
      • Near public transportation
      • Infant seats available
      If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 57580P4

      • Children must be accompanied by an adult
      • Minimum drinking age is 18 years
      • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
      • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
      • Most travellers can participate
      • This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
      • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

      • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

      If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 57580P4

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      $1,159.09
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      • Planet Dolphin
        4.4 of 5 bubbles688
        Quepos, Costa Rica
        Joined in January 2009
      • gregcC1816RK
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        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Top Cat catamaran afternoon trip
        The team picked us up at our hotel took us to the marina and connected us with the whole group. On the catamaran they explained the layout of the boat and gave us a safety briefing before setting sail. We sailed to Manuel Antonio and saw dolphins and sea turtles before going to a reef and anchoring for aom snorkeling,swimming and dinner. We then motored out and watched the sunset. Crew was very nice, knowledgeable and polite. Will do this again.
        Written 17 March 2025
      • ChrissyP115
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Absolutely lovely!
        We absolutely loved our catamaran trip! The crew was incredibly friendly, took the time to point out wildlife, and made sure we had a fantastic experience. The food was delicious, and the boat itself was big, clean, and new—definitely top-notch! Our group of six (ages 13-47) had an absolute blast. We swam in a beautiful bay, jumped off the boat, and even slid straight into the ocean—it was unforgettable! If you’re looking for a fun and well-run tour, you can’t go wrong with this one. Highly recommend!
        Written 15 March 2025
      • Magna2d
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        You won't be disappointed.
        This was a lot of fun! Beautiful scenery. The swimming and snorkeling were super easy. I'm too old to jump off into the water but it was a hoot watching others do it. The provided meal was delicious
        Written 19 February 2025
      • karenmR7616YO
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Fun Afternoon!
        This was a fun way to spend the afternoon! We saw pods of dolphins, went snorkeling, and played in the water. The crew were amazing!
        Written 19 February 2025
      • Tango037
        0 contributions
        3.0 of 5 bubbles
        Could have been great
        Nice cruise, nice boat, but experience ruined by LOUD distorted music. Had to should to talk to my friends. Turn it down, guys!! No one enjoyed that.
        Written 8 February 2025
      • W1178ZGmaryp
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Best catamaran experience ever!
        We were booked on another boat but due to an error, we were not on the list for that boat and despite having confirmation and full payment, we were declined. We were referred to Planet Dolphin and had an even better tour. We had a meal, open bar and some of the best staff on board that I have ever experienced. Highly recommend!
        Written 7 February 2025
      • kathysP5062GS
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        4 - 5 hour boat tour on the Pacific
        While spending a week in Costa Rica, we went on a 4 to 5-hour cruise on the Pacific, with approximately 30 other people. The staff were very friendly and accommodating. Food and drink were available throughout our time at sea, and toward the end of our time on the catamaran, a very nice lunch was served. Prior to returning to shore, and prior to lunch, the catamaran was anchored and most of the passengers went swimming in the ocean for about 45 minutes. Staff provided life belts and goggles. The trip on the catamaran was very enjoyable and we will probably do it again the next time we're in Costa RIca.
        Written 3 February 2025
      • ssmcamp
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        So much fun!!
        The tour was great, the guys on the boat were very friendly. The boat is clean and newer than ocean king... overall experience is so much better, less people and more enjoyment!
        Written 30 January 2025
      • 491ilenej
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Awesome Catamaran Tour
        The All-Inclusive Catamaran was a lot of fun. We got lucky and saw dolphins! The music is upbeat and the staff is amazing. They come around every 5 minutes to make sure you are taken care of. All the drinks are included except for beer ($3). They don’t offer wine but you are welcomed to bring your own which is what we did. The lunch is offered at the very end of the cruise, so do not show up hungry like we did. Bring some snacks if you don’t eat beforehand. We would have enjoyed it even more if we were not hungry the entire time. The views are stunning and you get to swim and snorkel for about 40 minutes. All in all it was a great experience.
        Written 6 January 2025
      • franksI9415QO
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        trip of a lifetime
        the views were amazing and we saw a school of dolphins!I went on this tour with family members and one of them said that her jaw was sore from smiling to much!!
        Written 6 January 2025
      • Ocean2Blue
        0 contributions
        4.0 of 5 bubbles
        Very nice boat ride. Great food. Poor snorkeling.
        Very nice boat ride. Great food. Poor snorkeling. Do this tour for the boat ride and lunch, not the snorkeling. We saw very few fish, had no fins and little instruction.
        Written 5 January 2025
      • 117alliw
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Amazing experience on the water!
        The boat ride was an incredible experience. We loved everything from the dolphins playing beside us, to the snorkelling, the water slide, and the food and drinks! We really loved the staff as well. A must do if you’re in the Quepos area!
        Written 4 January 2025
      • jeanclaudeb948
        0 contributions
        4.0 of 5 bubbles
        Really good experience
        Great crew. They took amazing care of the group. We all always felt safe and lunch was good. There weren’t much to see with the snorkeling. I am sure that all of the multiple boats with tourists in the area scared all of the sea life away. Nonetheless it was a good outing and the family loved it.
        Written 1 January 2025
      • astarky13
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Family catamaran
        While the weather did not cooperate (rain), we still had fun. We were a group of 11. Staff was fun and friendly. We had fun jumping off the upper deck and the snorkeling was quite amazing if you swam to the rocky area.
        Written 29 December 2024
      • mariarQ2906BQ
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        100% recommended!
        We didn’t see dolphins or whales but was still amazing and super fun! 100% Recommended. The crew, specially Steven, were super nice. The food also really good.
        Written 28 December 2024
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      4.6
      4.6 of 5 bubbles17 reviews
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      Lynn W
      Ongar, UK100 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      We took the private tour for 4 couples. It was the most fantastic experience from start to finish.
      Super friendly staff on arrival who took us to the boat. The on board crew were excellent.
      Steven ( our main guide) spoke perfect English and was incredibly knowledgable . He gave us a running commentary of the area we were in, as well as some insights into the history of the area, and what we could expect from the trip. He was super friendly, kept our drinks replenished, and could not possibly have made our trip more enjoyable. He is an asset to this company for sure.
      The chef ( Jimmy) provided an excellent meal of fish kebabs, pasta salad - and a constant supply of fresh fruit - all from a tiny kitchen.
      David (driver) was a steady hand and ensured that we were in the best spots, especially for the sunset, which was unbelievably awesome
      A great day was had by all.
      Thank you guys for making this trip so very special for us.
      Written 16 January 2025
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      Jim Gress
      Tigard, OR184 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      We were in Manuel Antonio for a destination wedding and selected the private catamaran sunset tour as the excursion the day before the wedding. The level of communication before the event and the ease of booking was great. The staff on board and the food were even better. We were a group of 50 guests and every single guest had an amazing time. They asked if we had a play list that we wanted and when we didn’t, they had an enjoyable mix of songs. Our age range was 22-87 and throughout the 3.5 hours there were non stop smiles. We followed several pods of dolphins and even had a brown-footed booby that sat on our roof for awhile as our navigator. When we stopped in the bay we were allowed the opportunity to jump off the second story deck or use the water slide and many of us did both. I would pass on the snorkeling and just spend time around the boat as the snorkeling wasn’t very good. They did have all of the equipment and we tried but weren’t successful finding the fish. We felt very safe in everything we did and the crew were all very friendly and accommodating. And the food was very satisfying. I can’t say enough about how we were treated. Thank you Planet Dolphin
      Written 11 December 2022
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      Susan D
      16 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      We enjoyed our trip with planet Dolphin! At first we were concerned about having such a large boat with so many people. But the boat has so much room to spread out and we never felt cramped. The fish and veggie kabobs and salad were fresh and tasty ! Drinks offered the entire trip and my family loved the slides. All in all a great way to spend a morning !
      Written 21 June 2022
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      Adventure641474
      1 contribution
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Aug 2024 • Family
      Our family of four adults just ended a private morning catamaran birthday tour with Manuel and Jimmy. We saw whales, dolphins and many types of birds. We swam in a secluded cove and hiked on the beach a bit. Lunch was prepared to perfection. Just being on the water, with mountains and islands as backdrop and Manuel and Jimmy as hosts, was perfect.
      Written 12 August 2024
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      Barbara G
      Sanibel, FL5 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Apr 2024 • Couples
      Highly recommend this cruise company. The crew was attentive and helpful. Boat spotless. We got to swim near a small beach in Manuel Antonio park. Saw dolphins. Had a nice lunch of chicken, fish or shrimp kabab's. With salad, sides and drinks. Well worth booking this trip. (I must apologize to the crew. I forgot to write down your names. If you want to reply after this is posted please add them to the reply)
      Written 22 April 2024
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      jennifer
      Magnolia, TX25 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      We booked a private catamaran for our family of 6. We went along the shoreline, including Manuel Antonio park. We did not want to snorkel, so instead they took us to a beach area where we swam and there were so many monkeys in the trees at the beach. We were able to get within a few feet of them. Our crew, manuel was amazing.
      Written 15 June 2023
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      LDY17
      Dominical, Costa Rica4 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Jan 2022 • Friends
      What a fabulous experience. We had 10 people on the private charter. The perspective of the park and the land from the water is beautiful. The snorkeling and equipment was good. We had fantastic up close view of dolphins. The grilled fish for the meal was very tasty. Alonso and Wilson are very good at their jobs and made us feel special. Finally, the sunset from the boat is gorgeous.
      Written 22 January 2022
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      ronald c
      Melbourne, FL3 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      May 2021 • Friends
      When dealing with wildlife you must realize that the wild life dose not read the tour companies marketing material. And second, the crew works for tips.. If you are expecting dolphins or whales, believe me if they are there the Dolphin crew will find them.. They have a vested interest in making you happy. From the front desk with Ivana to the ships crew, they aim to please.
      Written 21 May 2021
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      Corey B
      6 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Dec 2021
      Our family, ranging from 9yo to 70yo loved this. Beautiful scenery. Plenty of adventure for the kids - slides, jumping from the upper deck but also fine to just sit and enjoy the view. Food was very good.
      Written 3 January 2022
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      Molly W
      2 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Apr 2024 • Solo
      This was a fantastic trip! Esteben was amazing and the rest of the crew. Great food and drinks! I will definitely come back again!!
      Written 20 April 2024
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