Ocean Kayak & Snorkeling to Chora Island from Playa Sámara

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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, ...

Nearby Nicoya Coast Day-Trip Departure Notice: Departs from Playa Sámara (~45 minutes south of Nosara).. This excursion departs from Playa Sámara or Puerto Carrillo (~35 minutes south of Playa Garza / ~45 to 50 minutes south of Playa Guiones and Nosara along Route 160), not from Guiones beach. Check your Viator option for selected-hotel pickup or plan a 35-to-50-minute coastal drive or taxi south.

Cancellation Policy Note: Per the Viator listing for 116992P5, all sales are final and non-refundable once booked. If you prefer a 24-hour full-refund cancellation policy for an Isla Chora kayak and snorkel trip from Sámara, compare {tl('playa-samara-ocean-kayak-snorkeling')} (12702P39).

Quick Summary & Confirmed Details

• Viator product code: 116992P5
• Listing type: Guided excursion (guided-tour)
• Departure / meeting zone: Nearby Nicoya Coast Day Trip — departs Playa Sámara to Isla Chora (~45 min south of Nosara)
• Area hub: Playa Garza · Primary category: Kayaking & Paddleboarding
• Private or shared: Shared — Shared small-group tour (up to 15 travelers per booking)
• Duration: 3 hours
• Operating season / note: Departs from Playa Sámara (~45 minutes south of Nosara).
• Run by: Book with María (local operator on Viator)
• Customer reviews on Viator: 4.72 average from 78 customer reviews on Viator
• Cancellation policy: Non-refundable: all sales are final and no refund is available for cancellations, per the Viator listing.

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Meeting Point, Pickup & What Is Included

• Where you meet or get picked up: Nearby Nicoya Coast Day Trip — departs Playa Sámara to Isla Chora (~45 min south of Nosara)
• What is included: Snacks; Use of snorkeling equipment; Sit-on-top kayak and paddle; Private transportation
• Post-booking confirmation: Exact meeting coordinates or hotel pickup instructions are provided in your Viator booking confirmation voucher.

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What to Bring & How to Prepare in Nosara

• Sun, water & trail gear: Pack reef-safe sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, reusable water bottle, quick-dry clothing, and footwear suited to your activity (water sandals for river kayaks/floats, closed-toe shoes for ATVs, horseback rides, and reserve walks).
• Road & river buffer: Unpaved sections of Route 160 and local dirt roads around Guiones, Pelada, and inland Nosara Town take longer during afternoon rains; leave a 15-to-20-minute buffer when driving or taking a tuk-tuk to your meeting point.

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