River Cruises in Tamarindo
Compare 109 river cruises in Tamarindo, with prices from €33. Top rated: Fun at the Ocean tour - 4 hrs - 25 ft boat (5.0★).
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Adrienne_A·2025-12-21·
★ 5.0
Tamarindo: Snorkel and Sunset Catamaran Cruise with Lunch, Drinks
Excellent tour.
Wonderful afternoon cruise. Enjoyed snorkeling, water slide and spending time on the water. Food and drinks were also excellent. All staff were great!
haylis2020·2025-07-28·
★ 5.0
A highlight of our two week Costa Rica trip!
We booked this estuary boat tour last minute and we were so glad we did! Wr were impressed by the experience, and all of the staff we interacted with at Tamarindo Xperience. Our guide, Juan Carlos, is incredibly knowledgeable about the animals and plants you see during your tour, and the estuary is absolutely beautiful. We had incredible crocodile sightings, along with bats, birds and monkeys. I also recommend taking the earliest time available. This was incredibly family friendly, and the water was calm as you slowly drift in the mangroves.
MRMOSU·2025-01-27·
★ 4.0
CR Tamarindo Catamaran Tour – Sunset Cruise, Open Bar & Snorkel
Good but be cautious
Great sailing and the staff was very accommodating and helpful. The only issue we had was we booked a sunset cruise which was accepted. They called back and said they are doing scheduled maintenance during the time we had scheduled. We found out later that there was no maintenance on the boat and the sunset sail was still going on. Not sure what kind of games we being played but did not appreciate it. Forced us to get up at 5am to make the 7:45 meeting time.
Frequently asked questions
How much do river cruises in Tamarindo cost?
Prices start at €33 per adult for the Private Kayak Tour of the Tortoise Canals. Most of the 109 options on this page cost between €93 and €762. Private and full-day options cost more.
Can I cancel if my plans change?
Almost all can: 101 of the 109 experiences here offer free cancellation, usually up to 24 hours before the start time. Use the “Free cancellation” filter to see only those.
Do any experiences include pickup from my hotel?
68 experiences on this page include pickup, such as the Fun at the Ocean tour - 4 hrs - 25 ft boat. The others start from a meeting point shared after booking.
How much time should I set aside?
Allow about 4 hours for a typical experience here. The longest lasts 11 days; use the Duration filter for shorter ones.
Will my booking be confirmed straight away?
For 85 of the 109 experiences, yes: you get an instant confirmation and a mobile voucher. The rest are confirmed by the operator, usually within 48 hours.
Can I book river cruises in Tamarindo in my language?
English is the most common, offered by 106 experiences, followed by Spanish; Castilian, French, Italian and German. Use the Language filter to narrow the list.
What are the best-rated river cruises in Tamarindo?
The Royal Charters: The Premier Yacht Charter in Costa Rica is rated 5.0 from 69 reviews, the highest on this page among experiences with at least 50 reviews.
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