Panache Sailing Catamaran Tour
This is an option for a low-key catamaran tour. It sets sail from Playa Flamingo. The tour is both fun and relaxing, with beautiful views of the Guanacaste coastline.
The boat takes you offshore approximately five miles to a cove surrounded by small islands and their exquisite beaches. Here, you can snorkel, kayak, or paddle board in the calm bay where you’re likely to see fish and other marine life.
The crew prepares a delicious meal of sandwich wraps (fish or chicken), guacamole, beans, pico de gallo, chips and dips, fresh fruit, and cookies. Water, soft drinks, and an open bar with cocktails, beer, and wine are also included.
The vibe is family-friendly and the crew is super fun. There’s also the chance of seeing dolphins, turtles, and even whales, depending on the season! When we did the tour in January, we were lucky enough to spot two humpback whales.
Panache has several catamarans (40′-46′) that hold up to 30-40 passengers. They are fully equipped with a large awning for shade and bathrooms on board.
When they stop for swimming/snorkeling, the crew puts out a “lily pad,” which is a big float for lounging in the water.
Exclusive Discount
Save $5 per adult on the afternoon Panache Sailing catamaran tour! Special discount through Two Weeks in Costa Rica with no booking fees. Discount automatically included in the rates below.
Tour Details
Cost:
Morning Tour – $75 per person adults; $52 per person children ages 5-12. Rates plus 13% tax.
Afternoon/Sunset Tour – $77 per person adults; $59 per person children ages 5-12. Rates plus 13% tax
Free for children under 5.
Offered: 8:00 a.m. or 2:00 p.m.
Duration: 4 hours (approximate)
Includes: Lunch, open bar, use of snorkel equipment, kayak, paddle board, noodles and “lily pad” for swimming, and round-trip transportation from your hotel or vacation rental in Playa Potrero, Flamingo, Tamarindo, or Playa Grande.
Private Tour Option
Book this as a private tour for only your family/group for $1,380 (morning tour) or $1,625 (afternoon tour), up to 10 people. Premium menu options available.
Video
Here’s a short video of the Panache catamaran cruise.
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Rachel (Verified Customer) –
We had an absolutely incredible time on our 4-hour catamaran sail tour in Costa Rica! From the moment we stepped on board, the crew made us feel welcome and taken care of. The boat was clean, comfortable, and had plenty of space to relax and enjoy the stunning views.
The scenery was breathtaking—crystal-clear water, and beautiful coastline. One of the highlights was stopping to swim and snorkel in a secluded spot. The water was warm and perfect, and the experience felt like something out of a postcard.
The crew truly made the trip special. They were friendly, knowledgeable, and went above and beyond to make sure everyone was having a great time. Drinks and delicious lunch were provided, and the atmosphere was fun but still relaxing.
If you’re visiting Costa Rica, I highly recommend this experience. It was the perfect mix of adventure and relaxation, and easily one of the highlights of our trip!
Mary P. (Verified Customer) –
Great sunset cruise. My 3 kids (ages 10, 7 and 4) loved it so much we did it twice in our 1 week in Costa Rica.
Kim C. (Verified Customer) –
AMAZING! More than I expected. Food was super yummy, staff was so nice and fun! They repeatedly asked if we needed anything. It was amazing how they were able to make all the food and drinks in the small space they had. Very impressed. Even got to see a sea turtle and puffer fish as well as other cool stuff during snorkeling. Great end to our trip with a sunset on the way back
Danielle P. (Verified Customer) –
I highly recommend booking this Catamaran Tour. Our shuttle picked us up right on time, and we had such a fun boat tour! The staff on the boat were great, food was delicious, and the drinks were flowing! Highly highly recommend.
Craig Mooney (Verified Customer) –
Nice boat. Friendly staff. Excellent service. Only negative comment is it was a little crowded. Maybe 5-10 less people would have been helpful.
Anne C. (Verified Customer) –
Friendly, organized and skillful crew, lots of fun!
Anonymous (Verified Customer) –
The Panache team was awesome. Great service, great energy, very chill and fun group with very few children. They provided drink service and ensured no one ever had an empty cup. No premixed beverages and the food was delicious. Special recognition goes to the mango salsa. And of course the views of the ocean and sunset were amazing and jumping off the catamaran was a fun touch. The only downside is the water was not clear enough for snorkeling. 9/10 but still highly recommend.
Michael Hemker (Verified Customer) –
We had an amazing time on the Panache Catamaran. This was one of the best excursions we have done. The whole staff was friendly, the transportation went smooth, the food was great and the Open bar was wonderful. We did some good snorkeling and saw a great sunset. I would highly recommend this tour.
Mallary (Verified Customer) –
Our family really enjoyed the sailing tour with Panache! Booking through Twoweeksincostarica was quick and easy and Jenn made sure our dietary restrictions were accommodated. We had a delicious plant based meal specially prepared for our family by the awesome chef on board. Our kids (3 and 6) loved snorkeling and even got to get up close and touch an octopus that one of the crew members found. We also saw lots of colorful fish and urchins. It was well worth the drive up from Tamarindo.