Morning Coffee & Coasting

This tour is great for all ages and interests. You can choose to be as active (snorkeling, swimming, going ashore, maybe even doing some tow tubing?) or leisurely (just sitting and watching the world float by) as you desire. We will depart Potrero Bay, and tour the coast, heading first to the south to the white shell beaches of Playa Conchal, and then heading back north past Playa Flamingo, Playas Penca & Prieta, Las Catalinas, and more. Enjoy the beautiful scenery while the Captain keeps an eye out for turtles, dolphins, rays, sea birds, and seasonal wildlife. We will visit what many consider to be one of the most beautiful beaches in all of Costa Rica (Playa L’Amour - accessible only by boat). At Playa L’Amour, you will have the option to go ashore (conditions permitting), swim, snorkel, or stay on the boat and enjoy the scenery and some of the most beautiful water you will ever see.There you can snorkel in crystal clear water, go ashore and explore, or just float in the water, or stretch out in the shade on the boat and leave the exploring to others! We time our visit to be there when the large “party cats” are not there, ensuring a more peaceful and private experience. We will serve a light lunch aboard the boat before returning to Potrero Bay.This tour has a little bit of everything:·        Scenic coast tour and wildlife spotting ·        Snorkeling (optional) in 1-2 locations·        Go ashore at Playa L’Amour (conditions permitting)·        Light lunch and beverages served·        Less crowded at Playa L’Amour than late afternoon / Golden Hour

This tour is great for all ages and interests. You choose where we go (conditions permitting), how long we spend in each spot, and how active (snorkeling, swimming, going ashore, maybe even doing some tow tubing?) or leisurely (just sitting and watching the world float by) you wish to be. Is snorkeling your priority? If so, we'll head to some of the best spots in the area! Want to go ashore at one of the most beautiful beaches in the area, accessible only by boat? Let's do it! Looking to add some new birds to your Merlin life list? We'll help you look for them! Prefer the scenery to being in the water? We can accommodate that! As a suggested itinerary, we will depart Potrero Bay, and tour the coast, heading first to the south to the white shell beaches of Playa Conchal (usually accessible only by dining or staying at the properties there, or via a 30 min. unshaded walk). This is one of the beaches you see on postcards. Then heading back north past Playa Flamingo, Playas Penca & Prieta, Las Catalinas, and more beautiful coastline, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery while the Captain keeps an eye out for turtles, dolphins, sea birds, and seasonal wildlife (humpback whales July - Oct, Manta Rays Dec - Mar, . We will visit what many consider to be one of the most beautiful beaches in all of Costa Rica (Playa L’Amour - accessible only by boat). At Playa L’Amour, you will have the option to go ashore (conditions permitting), swim, snorkel, or stay on the boat and enjoy the scenery and some of the most beautiful water you will ever see.There you can snorkel in crystal clear water, go ashore and explore, or just float in the water, or stretch out in the shade on the boat and leave the exploring to others! We time our visit to be there when the large “party cats” are not there, ensuring a more peaceful and private experience. We will serve a light lunch aboard the boat before returning to Potrero Bay.Want to add a little adrenaline to your tour? ·Add the inflatable package to your private tour (select at check out), and everyone in your party who is interested gets at least two 10-minute tubing sessions (sometimes more, depending on size of party). Please note that inflatables participants must be at least 8 years old.This tour has a little bit of everything:Scenic coast tour and wildlife spotting Snorkeling (optional) in 1-2 locationsGo ashore at Playa L’Amour (conditions permitting)Lunch and beverages servedLess crowded at Playa L’Amour than late afternoon / Golden HourOption to add some tubing time (additional cost)

Guanacaste is known for its spectacular sunsets, and when you combine a Guanacaste sunset with the magic of being out on the water as twilight gently blankets the coast, and the harbor lights start to come on, you will understand why this is one of our most popular tours. On this tour you will enjoy:·       Scenic coast tour, showcasing some of the beautiful beaches of the areaOptional snorkeling or swimming (30- 45 min.)Wine, beer and appetizers served as we watch the sunset from the boatReturn to Potrero Bay as twilight sets inThis is one of our most popular tours! WHAT WE PROVIDE:o  Cold water, sodaso  Beer & wine during return trip (18 yrs + only)o  All snorkeling equipmento  Use of waterproof bag to take phones, cameras and shoes ashoreo  Use of individual waterproof phone cases (for taking photos in/under water)o  One of the best snorkeling guides in the area! WHAT YOU BRING (RECOMMENDED):o  Swimsuit (worn under clothing – there is not a place to change)o  Towelo  Sunscreen (LOTION ONLY – no sprays please), chapstick, hat (snug- fitting ballcap, or hat with a security strap), sunglasseso  Sandals/flip flops (you will remove your shoes before getting on the boat)An understanding that itineraries are subject to change due to water, wind and weather conditions