Blue Dolphin Tour: Costa Rica's Sailing Adventure

Embark on a private sailing adventure with Blue Dolphin in Costa Rica. Since 2004, our licensed crew has been providing unforgettable experiences, delicious food, and a tropical taste of paradise. Perfect for families, friends, and special occasions.

Duration: 5 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • El Chiringuito - Upon boarding the boat we will get you a refreshing beverage and begin our journey north. We will be on the lookout to possibly spot sea life such as whales, dolphin, turtles and rays. After about an hour we will stop in a cove, usually just offshore of Playa Huevos, for our water activities which include: swimming, snorkeling,…
What's Included
  • Restroom
  • Morning tour includes breakfast
  • Afternoon tour includes light meal about 3:30 PM
  • Beverages: sodas, juices, beer, white wine, Cacique Guaro, Rum, Vodka, Tequila and water
  • Swimming
  • Pool Noodles
  • Snorkeling
  • Kayaks
  • Stand Up Paddle Board
What's Not Included
  • -Towel
  • -Sunscreen
  • -Gratuities (recommend 15 - 20% of tour price)
  • -Transportation (can be arranged for an additional cost)
Additional Information

Blue Dolphin is the original sailing tour in Costa Rica, operating since 2004. Our friendly, bi-lingual, licensed crew will work hard to make your trip aboard a memorable one. Our freshly prepared food is designed to satisfy everyone, including vegetarians and vegans. Our signature drink, the Blue Dolphin Especial, is a tropical taste of paradise. Our…

Location
El Chiringuito
Meeting time is 15 minutes prior to tour and meet point and boarding are on the beach in front of El Chirinquito restaurant, 100 yards south of the rotunda.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Modefo_boco
Jul 14, 2025
Private catamaran excursion - These guys were awesome we had the best time! Food provided was super good, was a great way to spend my mom’s birthday with our group of 9 from 6 years old to 60!
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Taylors2141
Jun 27, 2025
Awesome morning tour with little kids! - We had an incredible time with Blue Dolphin Private Catamaran Tours! Our group of 10 (6 adults and 4 kiddos ages 3 to 8) took a private morning tour and it was hands-down one of the best things we did on our trip. The crew—Chute and Gustavo—were total legends. Fun, professional, and so good with the kids. They made sure every single one of us had an amazing time. The tour lasted 4 hours, starting with a scenic cruise where we spotted sea turtles and even dolphins! That alone would’ve made the day, but it just kept getting better. We stopped at a beautiful private beach where we snorkeled, floated around, explored the shore, and soaked in the pura vida vibes. Back on board, breakfast was waiting for us—fresh fruit, burritos, banana bread, and pretty much any drink you could want. (Pro tip: ask for Gustavo’s special if you're in the mood for something spicy, zesty, and dangerously delicious!) The boat was clean, spacious, and perfect for our group. The whole experience felt luxurious, but the price was shockingly affordable for a private tour of this caliber. We genuinely wish we had another week just to keep cruising with these guys. If you're considering it—DO IT. Your only regret will be not booking more time. Thank you Chute y Gustavo for an amazing morning - Pura vida!!! Xoxo
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U9906romatth
Jun 27, 2025
Great views, Great crew! - Chute and Gustavo were fantastic. They had great food ready for us and made sure our drinks were full for the whole tour. They were wonderful with our kids, and the family had a great time all around. Green turtles and dolphins were a hit witj everyone. We highly recommend taking the trip with them and would absolutely come back amd see them again!
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Melissahx4719oh
May 29, 2025
Perfect Day On the Water - Our group of 7 had an amazing time taking the morning cruise. The crew made us feel right at home & we had plenty of drinks & yummy food. Loved the time to swim & check out the beach. Highly recommend!
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Samanthaa315
Mar 21, 2025
Fabulous trip, with wonderful staff! - This sailing trip was wonderful! The crew was kind and knowledgeable. The views were fantastic and the food was delicious. I’d highly recommend this trip for anyone visiting Tamarindo!
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Jangf5063kh
Mar 20, 2025
Swam, drinks, food, TRIED to paddle board 🤣😂 - A very great time. Chitu & The Bull were fun and attentive! Felt safe, Smooth ride, nice boat and food was amazing, especially the banana bread!!!!
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128katrinaw
Mar 18, 2025
FUN IN THE SUN! - First, let me commend your team for their patience. We had a miscommunication with the departure time, and the team sprung into action to make sure we did not miss the sailing. We had an amazing time on the Blue Dolphin. The crew was lively, engaging, and did everything with hearts to serve. People were dancing, talking, tanning....there was something for everybody! The drinks were flowing, and the food was delicious! Everyone had a wonderful time.
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U3994rdhannahc
Mar 9, 2025
Best Experience! - We did a private catamaran tour, and it was the highlight of our trip. Alex and Gustavo were amazing hosts, and made the experience so fun!! I highly recommend booking with Blue Dolphin.
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Trailblazer816053
Jan 20, 2025
Nice time with friends - The tour was a bit closer to 4 hours (1/20/25). We had a lovely time the crew was friendly and attentive! The breakfast and snacks that were provided were awesome!
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Cindybi1699ko
Dec 30, 2024
Great time for all ages! - Just got off a morning excursion with Chute, Pablo and Roberto. They couldn’t have been friendlier or more accommodating and made sure our group of various ages had a great time. After a quick safety review on shore at the meeting point, we went out in a small dinghy to catch the catamaran. On board, we got some additional information to keep us safe and comfortable and off we went. We enjoyed plenty of drinks and some snacks on the cruise out to the cove where we jumped off and snorkeled to shore. They were equipped with lots of sizes of fins so everyone could go. The snorkel gear was clean and in good shape. I don’t think Costa Rica is known for its snorkeling but it was perfect for our group. Then we were treated to a spread of fresh fruits, granola, banana bread and croissants. As an added bonus, a fresh tuna caught on the trip was sliced up for a sashimi treat. Incredible! Great way to spend a morning in Costa Rica.
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From $125
up to 15 guests
2 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).