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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Boat Cruise, Snorkeling, Sunset Cruise in Tamarindo

Public Sunset Catamaran

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42 ft 1 - 15 People From $91
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Eco Tour, Boat Cruise, Snorkeling in Quepos

Private Yatch Tour

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53 ft 1 - 18 People From $1,500
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore, Boat Cruise in Quepos

Full Day Inshore

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36 ft 1 - 8 People From $1,930
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Boat Cruise, Whale Watching, Snorkeling in Playa Flamingo

Private Charter All Included

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47 ft 1 - 16 People From $1,200

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Inshore, Deep Sea, Nearshore in Sardinal

Playa Tamarindo Offshore

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32 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,100
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea Fishing in Quepos

Full Day Offshore - 38'

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38 ft 1 - 8 People From $2,100
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea Fishing in Quepos

Full Day Offshore - 32'

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32 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,500
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea Fishing in Playa Herradura

Half Day Offshore

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27 ft 1 - 4 People From $675
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea Fishing in Quepos

Premier Quepos Billfishing

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40 ft 1 - 8 People From $1,950
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea Fishing in Quepos

Ultimate Quepos Sportsman's Trip

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40 ft 1 - 8 People From $1,550
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
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Deep Sea Fishing in Quepos

Big Fish Costa Rica - 33' Proline

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33 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,582
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea Fishing in Quepos

Chasing Big Eyes - 32' Blackwatch

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32 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,300
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea Fishing in Quepos

Quepos Billfish And Pelagics

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42 ft 1 - 6 People From $2,500
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in Quepos

Roosterfish, Grouper, Snapper

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33 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,187
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore Fishing in Quepos

Inshore Roosterfish Special

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32 ft 1 - 6 People From $825
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea Fishing in Quepos

Billfish, Wahoo, Mahi & Tuna

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46 ft 1 - 8 People From $2,300

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Everything to Know About Booking a tours trip in Costa Rica

What are the best boat cruise trips in Costa Rica?

Why should I book a boat cruise trip in Costa Rica with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 4 private boat cruise trips in Costa Rica, and the most popular trips in the area are Public Sunset Catamaran guided by Randy, Private Yatch Tour guided by Mathieu, and Full Day Inshore guided by Michael.

All guides on Captain Experiences are vetted by our team. You can access their reviews, click through trip photos, read bios to get to know them, and preview trip details like species, techniques, group sizes, boat specs and more.

Looking for private kid friendly boat cruise trips in Costa Rica? Check out our beginner and family friendly boat cruise trips in Costa Rica.

What types of boat cruise trips are common in Costa Rica?

The most commonly sought after species for boat cruise trips are: 1. humpback whale, 2. bottlenose dolphin, and 3. leatherback sea turtle.

How much does a private Costa Rica boat cruise trip cost?

Prices for boat cruise trips in Costa Rica can range anywhere from about $582 to $4,400, but the average price for a half day trip for boat cruise trips in Costa Rica is $1,467. The average price for a full day trip for boat cruise trips in Costa Rica is $3,031.

Is booking a guide worth the money?

Hiring a guide provides a number of benefits and many choose to book a guide for a combination of experience, local knowledge, convenience, and cost-effectiveness.

Working with experienced guides who know the best local spots and techniques can dramatically increase your odds of a great day. Having someone who is in the wild every day and knows the area like the back of their hand is going to give you the best chances of having a great trip.

Booking a guide is also more cost effective, especially if you only get out a handful of times per year. When you consider all of the costs you would incur on your own such as the price of a boat, maintenance, insurance, gas, high-quality gear and tackle, repairs, and more, you’ll find that DIY is sometimes not worth the expense.

Even if you’ve got a great setup already in your home waters, booking a guide also provides a great opportunity to experience new techniques, new locations, or even a chance at a new target species to knock off the bucket list.

What month is best for boat cruise trips in Costa Rica?

The most popular season for boat cruise trips in Costa Rica is summer, and most people book their trips 0 days in advance.

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