Ocean Experiences, Snorkeling & Boat Outings Near Nosara

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Because Playa Guiones and Playa Pelada are open-ocean surf beaches without a marina pier, boat-based dolphin watching and coral-reef snorkeling excursions near Nosara operate out of the sheltered bays to the south. Compare three nearby Nicoya Coast water outings departing from Playa Sámara (~35 minutes south of Playa Garza / ~45 minutes south of Playa Guiones along Route 160): {tl('half-day-dolphin-watching-snorkeling-samara')} (12702P56, 3.5h boat trip), {tl('playa-samara-ocean-kayak-snorkeling')} (12702P39, 2.5h to Isla Chora), and {tl('ocean-kayak-snorkeling-isla-chora-samara')} (116992P5, 3h to Isla Chora; note non-refundable policy). Researching private sportfishing boats or coastal charters out of Playa Garza and across Costa Rica? Visit our sister site CostaRicaCharters.com and read our Playa Garza guide.

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Half-Day Dolphin Watching and Snorkeling in Samara

Join us on this half-day Dolphin Watching and Snorkeling. Relax and explore the Samara Beach area. You will have the chance to see bottlenose and spotted dolphins, as well as humpback whales that are heading south during certain times of the year.

• Departure / meeting zone: Nearby Nicoya Coast Day Trip — departs Playa Sámara (~35 min south of Playa Garza / ~45 min south of Guiones) · Area hub: Playa Garza · Category: Ocean Experiences & Snorkeling
• Departure & season note: Departs from Playa Sámara (~35 minutes south of Playa Garza).
• Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes · Format: Shared (Shared small-group tour (up to 10 travelers per booking))
• Included: Snacks; Bottled water; Use of snorkeling equipment
• Run by: Samara Adventures · Reviews: 4.72 average from 90 customer reviews on Viator
• Cancellation: Cancel at least 24 hours before scheduled departure for a full refund.

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Ocean Kayak & Snorkeling to Chora Island

The starting point for this adventure is south of Sámara Beach, a place known for its low swell, after approximately 25 minutes paddling through the calm waters and enjoying the scenery leaving the coast behind, we will arrive at Chora Island, you can rest while observe iguanas, ...

• Departure / meeting zone: Nearby Nicoya Coast Day Trip — departs Playa Sámara to Isla Chora (~45 min south of Nosara) · Area hub: Playa Garza · Category: Kayaking & Paddleboarding
• Departure & season note: Departs from Playa Sámara (~45 minutes south of Nosara).
• Duration: 3 hours · Format: Shared (Shared small-group tour (up to 15 travelers per booking))
• Included: Snacks; Use of snorkeling equipment; Sit-on-top kayak and paddle; Private transportation
• Run by: Book with María · Reviews: 4.72 average from 78 customer reviews on Viator
• Cancellation: Non-refundable: all sales are final and no refund is available for cancellations, per the Viator listing.

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Playa Samara Ocean Kayak and Snorkeling

Just off Samara’s coast lies Chora Island—a haven of white sand beach and aquamarine water. This kayak and snorkel tour allows you to easily paddle to Chora Island, where you can dive in the water, snorkel, and experience Costa Rica’s rich sea life. The starting time of this acti...

• Departure / meeting zone: Nearby Nicoya Coast Day Trip — departs Playa Sámara to Isla Chora (~45 min south of Nosara) · Area hub: Playa Garza · Category: Ocean Experiences & Snorkeling
• Departure & season note: Departs from Playa Sámara (~45 minutes south of Nosara).
• Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes · Format: Shared (Shared small-group tour (up to 20 travelers per booking))
• Included: Snacks; Bottled water; Use of snorkeling equipment
• Run by: Samara Adventures · Reviews: 4.68 average from 47 customer reviews on Viator
• Cancellation: Cancel at least 24 hours before scheduled departure for a full refund.

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