Tours/Tamarindo/Blue Dolphin - Public Catamaran Tour - Tamarindo
Viator · group up to 45 pax

Blue Dolphin - Public Catamaran Tour - Tamarindo

4.6(979)Tamarindo1 hour
VIATOR4.4(194)TRIPADVISOR4.7(785)

Description

A trip to Tamarindo is not complete without a day spent on the ocean, and there is no better way to enjoy the beauty and wonder of the Costa Rica sea than with Blue Dolphin Sailing. Blue Dolphin is the original and longest operating sailing tour company in Costa Rica, operating since 2004. Blue Dolphin 1 is a 40’ open layout catamaran and Blue Dolphin 2 is a large, 50’ cruising style catamaran. Whether you’re traveling solo, as a couple, a family and friends or a business group, the Blue Dolphin’s professional, licensed crew will make you feel welcome and part of our family. So come aboard, relax and enjoy the ride with us! Tours during high season are likely to sell-out, so book early. Reservation cut-off time is 11:30 am day of tour.

Tour Options

Blue Dolphin Sailing adventure
  • Duration: 5 hours Food and drinks included
Blue Dolphin Sailing Adventure
  • Option 1: Join the Blue Dolphin crew to start your day. We offer sailing, swimming, snorkeling, kayaks, and stand-up paddle board. We serve a light, tasty meal around 10 AM and have open bar.

Highlights

-Restroom
-Stand up paddle board
-Drinks: variety of sodas, juices, beer, white wine, Cacique, vodka, rum, tequila, and water
-Swimming
-Pool Noodles
-Meal: chicken fajitas, black beans, salad, fruit platter, vegetable tray, homemade banana bread
-Kayaks
-Snorkeling Gear

What's included

Included
-Restroom
-Stand up paddle board
-Drinks: variety of sodas, juices, beer, white wine, Cacique, vodka, rum, tequila, and water
-Swimming
-Pool Noodles
-Meal: chicken fajitas, black beans, salad, fruit platter, vegetable tray, homemade banana bread
-Kayaks
-Snorkeling Gear
Not included
-Towels
-Sunscreen
-Gratuities (15% -20% recommended)
-Transportation (can be arranged for an additional charge)

Traveller Ratings

4.6
979 reviews
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3
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2
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19

Important Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please arrive 15 minutes prior to tour start time in order to get checked-in.

Reviews(979)

3
313janelk
June 24, 2026
A wonderful experience

We had a wonderful sunset cruise. After boarding the boat, we were welcomed with a cocktail. The drinks were plentiful and the music was great. We were with our family of 4, 18 year old and 15 year old. They both had fun as well. The area we swam in had a bit of a current so you needed to stay close to the boat. My son and husband made the swim to the beach which was a bit more difficult than they expected. The food provided on the boat was amazing. The banana bread was worth the entire trip.

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W9028CUdebbiee
June 19, 2026
Friendly staff and good food. Plenty of drinks served throughout.

Staff friendly and boat clean. Lovely food and lots of drink provided throughout tour. Wouldn’t recommend for families with small children as got a bit lively, however for adults it’s great. Good music and lively atmosphere.

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M8276OQstephaniet
June 16, 2026
Fantastic Catamaran Tour

We had a great five hours on the water with Blue Dolphin last week! My husband, young adult sons and I all had a fantastic time -- great crew, good and views! We would definitely book with Blue Dolphin if we visit the area again!

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Sonja_C
June 13, 2026
Wonderful

The food and drinks were great. The weather from the tropical storm had the water not clear enough for snorkeling. I wish they would have had some life jackets instead of pool noodles especially for people like my husband that can’t float. One pool noodle was not enough for a muscular man that can’t float. I didn’t even have one for very long because I went with my hubby back to the boat and some guy grabbed mine and his and took off. But overall it was a good trip.

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cbsshred
June 8, 2026
Great Experience!

Great experience with great hosts on the Blue Dolphin tour. Plenty to eat and drink and fun music along the way.

5
54yaninae
June 5, 2026
Blue Dolphin Sailing Review

We had a great time! Drinks were fabulous and food was delicious :) we did not see any dolphins, but cannot blame the guides for that.

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N7246MNmiriamo
June 4, 2026
Incredible experience. ❤️

This was an incredible excursion. All of the staff on the catamaran were funny, great and very helpful. I highly recommend this excursion. My husband and I are already planning another trip to Costa Rica and plan to do this excursion again. The lunch and snacks that was served were great. And — all you can drink was included. ❤️

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Mia D
June 2, 2026
Fun, relaxing, enjoyable

We had a great experience on this catamaran boat tour. The hosts were very nice, fun, and accommodating always making sure you were enjoying yourself. The views were pretty, lunch and drinks were very good, and sunset was beautiful. Highly recommend!

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Claire_B
May 24, 2026
Great time

It was a great time and we enjoyed the boat ride and being able to swim around. The people were very nice

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Victoria S
May 21, 2026
5 stars!

Fantastic day on the water! Wonderful, attentive crew, great drinks and food, and saw so many fish snorkeling! What more could you want?

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