Discover Costa Rica’s marine paradise with a full‑day snorkeling tour to Isla del Caño. Enjoy two snorkel sessions, dolphin and whale watching, a picnic lunch on the beach, and small‑group guided service departing from Drake Bay
? Overview
Explore one of Costa Rica’s most stunning marine environments with a guided snorkeling adventure to Isla del Caño. The tour departs from Drake Bay and includes boat transport, snorkel sessions, and a picnic on the beach. It’s perfect for anyone — beginners or experienced snorkelers — seeking clear waters, vibrant marine life, and an unforgettable day in nature.
Snorkel in clear Pacific waters around Isla del Caño, one of Costa Rica’s top snorkeling destinations.
Possibility to spot dolphins — and during migration season, whales — on the boat ride.
Enjoy two separate snorkeling sessions in different marine areas of the island.
Relax on a beautiful beach at the island’s ranger station, then enjoy a picnic lunch on another nearby beach.
Small-group experience (max 10 participants) with a bilingual guide (English/Spanish).
The adventure begins with about a 1-hour boat ride from Drake Bay to Isla del Caño. During the ride, you may see dolphins, and in season, migrating whales. Once you arrive at the island, there are two snorkeling sessions in different marine areas — each lasting roughly 45–60 minutes. Between the snorkels, there is a 35-minute break on a pristine beach near the island’s ranger station. After the second snorkeling session, the boat heads to a nearby beach where a delicious picnic lunch awaits. After lunch, you return to Drake Bay for the end of the tour.
Entry tickets to Isla del Caño
Snorkeling equipment (mask, snorkel, etc.)
Boat transportation (boat & captain) to/from the island
Bilingual (English & Spanish) certified guide
Picnic lunch
Swimwear, towel, and a reusable water bottle
Sunscreen (preferably biodegradable) & insect repellent (biodegradable recommended)
Optional: camera, sandals, change of clothes, sunglasses
Isla del Caño is considered one of the best snorkeling spots in Costa Rica due to its rich and vibrant marine life.
The combination of snorkeling, wildlife viewing (dolphins, whales), beach time, and a relaxed picnic on a pristine beach makes it a complete day-trip experience — ideal for families, groups, and solo travelers alike.
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