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Playa Flamingo Snorkeling Excursions: A Must for Families!

December 9, 2022 By Sammi 16 Comments

Flamingo Beach is well known for excellent fishing, beautiful beaches and clear waters, making it an incredible destination for ocean activities. However, if you want to get the most out of your beach vacation, then you have to go on a private boating tour for the best snorkeling in Playa Flamingo because the snorkeling is not good off the shore.

We did a private snorkeling tour in Playa Flamingo and enjoyed an wonderful day seeing remote beaches, snorkeling in crystal clear waters and taking in all the stunning coastal views. This is definitely a must do for active families, couples or friends who want to have the best day out in the beautiful Costa Rican ocean!

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Private Playa Flamingo Snorkeling Tour

Driving from Tamarindo, we went on a morning half day boating tour in Playa Flamingo which took us to several beautiful beaches and a couple of snorkeling spots. Our first stop was Playa Amor to take some photos. Although we were the only ones there, this beach does get more busy with other snorkeling charters and sailing tours so we moved on to another beach a bit further away.

Private flamingo snorkeling excursions - Playa Amor
Playa Amor, one of the popular beaches in the area. Our first stop on our Playa Flamingo snorkeling tour

It was a bit cloudy when we left but it didn’t take long for the clouds to clear up. As we boated past many islands, we saw a turtle swimming by and the sun came out shining!

We soon arrived at our next beach, Playa Zapotal, a dark sand beach. Jaume, the boat captain and owner, said that snorkeling was better at another beach a little further away so I snapped a few photos and off we went.

Playa Zapotal
Playa Zapotal

The best part about booking a private snorkeling excursion in Flamingo was that we went at our own pace. We were on nobody else’s time or schedule! It was also great to have an experienced captain who knew where the best snorkeling spots were for the day since that was our main goal: to go snorkeling. For anyone who wants a more personalized, intimate and flexible experience, private is the way to go.

The Snorkeling

We finally arrived at Playa Guacamaya and Guacamayita beach to go snorkeling and zip around on the tube. The crystal clear water looked so inviting as it glimmered brilliantly in the sun and we could see the fish swimming around us. We jumped in right away to cool off from the dry heat.

Flamingo snorkeling tour - Playa Guacamayita
Playa Guacmayita

As it was beginning of May, the landscapes were still dry since it hadn’t started raining yet but the best part was that the beach was completely empty. It was all for us.

Guacamayita beach
Nobody at Guacamayita beach

Snorkeling

Then Jaume took us snorkeling out by the rocks. The water was insanely clear and we saw many tropical fish and jellyfish (harmless). Jaume stayed with us the whole time we were snorkeling so we felt safe as he navigated us through the warm waters.

flamingo snorkeling excursion
Snorkeling

All in all, at this beach, Guacayamita, we spent a couple of hours on the donut, snorkeling, swimming, relaxing and walking on shore. And we seriously had the entire beach to ourselves the whole time!

Although two fishing rods are included in the half day snorkel combo tour, we didn’t have a chance to use them since we were so enthusiastic about snorkeling and the beaches. It was so beautiful and exactly what we wanted for our day exploring the Flamingo coast.

Flamingo snorkeling at Guacamaya beach
Beach just for us
Life is Better at Sea - flamingo snorkeling excursions

Snacks

After we were all sunned out and ready to start heading back, Jaume and Stephen put out the delicious picnic spread. If you book a full day, they’ll have more food like burritos.

Private Flamingo Snorkeling Excursions

  • Flamingo Boating Tour Form

  • Select Your Tour

    Tour description and prices will appear below. Prices are in USD and include taxes and fees. Transportation from your hotel to the meeting point in Flamingo for the tour is not included.
  • Morning half day snorkel combo tour to see 2-3 beautiful beaches and snorkel spots. You can also do some fishing along the way. Better water clarity for snorkeling, recommended to do mornings during rainy season (May - December).

    Hours are 8 AM to 12 PM.

    $406.80 USD total price.

    Includes snorkel equipment, water, fruit, soda, local beer, 2 SUP boards, 2 fishing rods with equipment, corn salad, chips and banana bread.

    Prices are total, in USD and up to 4 people. The boat holds up to 8 people so for each additional person, there is an extra charge of $33.90 USD for half day tours. No extra charge for kids 6 years and under
  • Afternoon half day snorkel combo tour to see 2-3 beautiful beaches, fish and snorkel. Sail back during the beautiful Guanacaste sunset! Great for a relaxing sunset cruise.

    Hours are 2 to 6 PM.

    $406.80 USD total price.

    Includes snorkel equipment, water, fruit, soda, local beer, 2 SUP boards, 2 fishing rods with equipment, corn salad, chips and banana bread.

    Prices are total, in USD and up to 4 people. The boat holds up to 8 people so for each additional person, there is an extra charge of $33.90 USD for half day tours. No extra charge for kids 6 years and under
  • 3/4 day (7 hours) snorkeling, fishing and adventure tour. Relax, snorkel, see wildlife, do some fishing and visit some beautiful hidden beaches. Make the most of your day in Flamingo out in the water without getting too burnt out

    3/4 day hours are 9 AM to 4 PM.

    Price is $745.80 USD

    Includes snorkel equipment, 2 stand up paddle boards, 3 fishing rods with equipment, towing tube, water, fruit, soda, local beer, vegan potato salad, corn salad with chips, veggie/chicken/fish burritos and banana bread.

    Prices are total, in USD and up to 4 people. The boat holds up to 8 people so for each additional person, there is an extra charge of $56.50 USD. No extra charge for kids 6 years and under
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    After request is sent, we will contact you in 24 hours regarding availability and booking. All prices are in USD.

    Mytanfeet is a registered Costa Rican company. We are a 100% Costa Rican travel consulting company based in Guanacaste, Costa Rica.

    Prices includes all taxes and fees.

    STRICT Cancellation policies

    No cancellation fees up to 72 hours of the tour start date and time. All cancellations must be sent in writing and must receive confirmation in writing for it to be considered as in effect. Less than 72 hours will be 100% of the payment. Boat can wait only 30 minutes, no refunds for no shows. Changes policy: Flexible in changes but new tour date is subject upon availability. If no date is available and client cancels, the penalty is 100% of deposit if cancelled in less than 72 hours. Changes/cancellations must be notified in writing via email to us. Refunds are given via the way the deposit was paid. If tour is cancelled after 180 days since payment was completed, the refund is given by Paypal only. For any questions, please email web@mytanfeet.com

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Comments

  1. Tracy says

    December 26, 2022

    I have heard that the waters can be really choppy this time of year because of the wind. We are going to be in the area the second week of January and are wondering if the waters will be rough for snorkeling.

    Reply
    • Sammi says

      December 26, 2022

      Best time for snorkeling is in the morning, afternoon can get very windy and the clarity is not as good since the sun starts going down around 5 PM and is dark by 6 PM.

      Reply
  2. Omar says

    December 19, 2022

    Is the snorkel tour currently operating? Also, do they still include the donut ride?

    Reply
    • Sammi says

      December 20, 2022

      yes! Donut is not included anymore for free, there is an extra charge for it (let us know in the comments you’d like it and we’ll give you the quote)

      Reply
  3. Shannon says

    January 10, 2022

    Hi! I’m looking for a snorkel tour for a group of 11. I see this can accommodate a maximum of 8 guests. What do you recommend for a larger group in this area? Thank you!

    Reply
    • Sammi says

      January 11, 2022

      Unfortunately this boat can only hold up to 8, for 11, I recommend to check out a company called Serendipity in Flamingo, they specialize in groups up to I believe 14 or 15

      Reply
  4. Christine W says

    November 20, 2021

    is there a place to rent SUP boards and paddles or kayaks or sunfish sailboats near Playa Flamingo?

    Reply
    • Sammi says

      November 21, 2021

      Check out the Costa Rica Sailing Center in Potrero, Costa Rica, they may have some

      Reply
  5. Hailey says

    August 25, 2021

    Sorry I submitted my email before I was done – just looking for more info on these tours:)

    Reply
    • Sammi says

      August 26, 2021

      They resume in December

      Reply
  6. renee says

    December 21, 2020

    Hello Sammi:
    This sounds like a good deal for our family of 6. But they won’t write back. Who is it? You don’t mention the name of the company so I could contact them another way. Do you think they are still in business? Was looking for a snorkel cruise on Friday, Jan 8. Thanks so much. I also filled out this form a few months ago.

    Reply
    • Sammi says

      December 21, 2020

      Hi Renee, unfortunately right now the tour company isn’t operating but I wrote you an email in case you are still interested, I’ll be happy to check our other partners.

      Reply
      • Melisa says

        February 19, 2021

        Hi Sammi!
        I’m interested in a tour like this, but I saw your comment that they’re not operating tours right now. Do you know of another place that is similar to recommend?

        Reply
        • Sammi says

          February 19, 2021

          Hi Melisa! Unfortunately they aren’t 🙁 Maybe check out Boo’s Surf * Fish, boomerang or the open sailing tours like Lazy Lizard, Panache or Serendipity.

          Reply
  7. Mims says

    July 25, 2019

    I have been on a doughnut ride! it was incredibly fun, so much so, I took several turns over the course of the day. The boat driver gave us the ride of our lives. BUT CAUTION! I was so sore the next few days, I mean, seriously sore. It would have made hiking, biking, etc painful had I been on vacation. As it was, I was just back at my normal job, so I did not miss anything special, but if I had been on vacation, and known how those rides made me feel later, I would have skipped it. Love you website Sammi and Yeosin. I am brushing up on my Spanish thanks to you! Will be in CR in Feb. Using your website to book a car, etc

    Reply
    • Sammi says

      July 25, 2019

      Hi Mims! Glad you had fun on the donut but yes! It can get pretty wild especially if the driver likes to zip around a lot. I’m glad the blog has been helpful for your trip!

      Reply

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