Private Flamingo Sunset Catamaran

Overview

This four-hour private sunset charter, run by Lazy Lizard Sailing LTDA, puts an entire catamaran at your group's disposal. It departs from the beach near Playa Flamingo marina at 14:00, with optional hotel transfers from Tamarindo. Because only your party is aboard, the crew shapes the trip around what you want, something one reviewer praised, describing the genuine concern the crew had to make the trip what the group wanted.

The time onboard mixes sailing, swimming and food. Unlimited beer, wine and soft drinks are included, along with snacks, though reviewers who took the tour warn that the word snacks undersells it, with one describing it as a full meal. Kayaks and snorkelling gear are carried on board, so when the boat stops, guests can swim, paddle or snorkel before the sail continues toward sunset. Reviewers reported seeing dolphins, birds and fish on their trips, though sightings of course vary.

It suits families and friend groups well. Parties of 14 people have taken the tour and praised the crew, and one reviewer said the private format was worth avoiding a shared boat with strangers. Children must be accompanied by an adult, and infant seats are available, so most travellers can join. Note that a parking fee, payable at check-in, is not covered by the tour price.

What's Included

Itinerary

1. Hotel pickupYou can make your own way to the meeting point.
2. Meet the crewMeet at Lazy Lizard Sailing on Playa Potrero, near Playa Flamingo marina, for a 14:00 start. A parking fee is payable at check-in and is not included in the tour price.
3. Lazy Lizard SailingThe full four-hour experience takes place aboard the catamaran, with kayaks, snorkelling equipment, a local guide, beverages, snacks, unlimited beer, wine and soft drinks, and admission included.
4. Water activitiesReviewers describe swimming, kayaking and snorkelling during the sail, with sightings of dolphins, birds and fish reported.
5. Return and drop-offThe activity ends back at the meeting point, with hotel drop-off included if you used the transfer.

What To Expect From The Tour

A few practical points will help you plan the day, from what the food actually involves to how the pickup works.

• Food and drink. Unlimited beer, wine and soft drinks are included, along with snacks. Reviewers said the food was better than the word snack suggests, with one calling it a full meal, and another praising the drinks. A vegetarian option exists but must be requested at the time of booking.
• Water activities. Kayaks and snorkelling equipment are provided, and a reviewer described swimming, kayaking and snorkelling during the trip. Plan on time in the water when the boat stops.
• Group feel. This is a private tour, so only your group participates. Two parties of 14 people each enjoyed the format, and one said staying off a crowded shared boat with strangers was well worth it. The crew plays music, and reviewers found them attentive and good at tailoring the trip.
• Kids and infants. Children must be accompanied by an adult, and infant seats are available. The listing says most travellers can participate, and one reviewer described a family and friends outing that was a highlight of their trip.
• Getting there. The meeting point is on the beach near Playa Flamingo marina, at Lazy Lizard Sailing on Playa Potrero, with a 14:00 start. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, though a parking fee is payable at check-in if you drive yourself.
• Timing and confirmation. Confirmation arrives within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability. Cancellations need to be made at least 24 hours before the start time for a full refund, based on local time.

Common issues. The tour is not wheelchair accessible, so travellers with limited mobility should consider that before booking. A parking fee is payable at check-in and is not included in the price. Confirmation is not instant, as it can take up to 48 hours and depends on availability. Cancellations made less than 24 hours before the 14:00 start receive no refund, and changes inside that window are not accepted.

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