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THINGS TO DO / Costa Rica

For the adventuresome spirit, Cala Luna offers a variety of seafaring sports from diving to sport fishing. Plunge into the clear, serene waters amidst an array of vibrant tropical fish. Or, on land, adventure into the lush vegetation and uneven terrain, which provides unique hiking and exploring opportunities. Costa Rica's natural landscape opens the curtain to a theatre of beautiful sets with animated actors. Just footsteps from your villa you immediately become audience to a fanfare of magnificent wildlife. Toucans and hummingbirds paint the sky like a rainbow, while below iguanas and toads liven the forest floor. The scenery and its colorful actors entertain guests even after the sky has draped its earthen floor in darkness.



The Marlin Del Rey
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The Marlin Del Rey is a 66 foot sailing catamaran that has no match for size, comfort or service. Capable of reaching speeds of 25 knots under sail, the Marlin Del Rey has the power to travel farther and faster than any other boat in Central America. A forty foot beam provides stability and space for you and your family to enjoy the Costa Rican sunshine. With a license for 85 passengers, the Marlin Del Rey is Costa Rica’s premiere day charter sailing catamaran.

We offer daily sailing charters from Tamarindo Costa Rica. We are also available for private charters anywhere along the Guanacaste Coast.

Silently glide along Costa Rica’s Gold Coast while passing some of Guanacaste’s exotic bays, white sand beaches, tropical jungles and rain forest. Enjoy a cold tropical drink prepared and served to you by our bilingual staff. Gaze off the bow with a cold tropical drink prepared and served by our bilingual staff as you scan the seas for dolphins, sea turtles, flying fish or even a breaching whale. Stop in a tranquil bay, drop anchor and frolic in the blue Pacific. Kayak through sea caves, float on a raft, snorkel in the bay or run down the deserted white sand beach while the ever helpful crew prepares a feast of fruit, chips, dips, ceviche and salad.

After frolicking in the secluded bay, the crew hoists the sails and the Marlin Del Rey skims quietly across the surface of the pacific passing Playa Flamingo, Playa Conchal, Bahia Amore, Bahia de Las Pirates, Playa Grande and finally Tamarindo Beach. Feel the wind in your hair and the sun on your face as you prepare to witness one of the great joys of Costa Rica….an enchanting Tamarindo sunset.

Our tours include a Tamarindo snorkel adventure, kayaking, diving, fishing or just plain relaxing with an open bar and ample snacks.

FISHING
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Both offshore and deep sea fishing are world class on Costa Rica’s Pacific waters, home to an abundance of big fish which lure fishermen around the world. Sailfish, blue marlin, striped marlin, roosterfish, tuna and snapper are just a few of the species found off the Pacific Coast. Our boats ranging from 27 feet outboards to 47 feet inboards meet all IGFA requirements and are equipped with state-of-the-art- electronics, and have bait and tackle for all types of fish, including deep sea fly fishing. Skippers and crew are courteous, bilingual and above all knowledgeable and experienced in these waters.

Recommendations: Sunblock, cool comfortable clothes, boat shoes, swimming suit, insect repellent, binoculars, camera and hat.

Length of the tour: Half day , ¾ day or Full day.

Include: Transportation, boat, bilingual crew, fishing, equipment, bait, tackle, snacks, soft drinks and beer. Lunch is included on full day trips.

ALL IN ONE, BOAT CRUISE
Seeking for a full ocean experience?
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Then go for a boat cruise on the 27´ exclusive “TIZIANA” motor boat!!!
Either on a half day or ¾ day boat ride, you will enjoy all ocean activities like; sportfishing with an experienced captain and at the same time, if your interest is marine life observation, you will be surprised by iridescent jumping fish, by turtles and arcing playful dolphins and you might even be lucky to spot impressive whales. Then, the captain will take you to discover virgin beaches and hidden spots along the fascinating Golden Coast, which are only accessible by boat. And with a guide, enjoy awesome snorkeling at pristine water bays, explore vibrant coral reefs and observe amazing schools of brightly colored tropical fish. In its surrounding exuberant forests, your guide will show you a whole bunch of animals, such as monkeys, iguanas, diverse birds, which are there at home.

If you brought your surfboard, experience also first class wave breaks along these renowned beaches…

Recommendations: swimsuit, towel, sunblock.
Departure: daily.
Duration: ½ day or ¾ day
Include: transfer, all equipment, drinks and fruits, bilingual crew.

1/2day: $585
3/4day: $835 Up to 6 people

SURF
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Experience the most visited country in the world for its waves. Learn why Tamarindo and its surrounding beaches provide the best surf. Take an excursion to Wiches Rock, Avellanas, Playa Grande, Marbella, Playa Negra, etc. Our qualified instructor give fast lessons for the beginners, in order to enjoy as soon as possible this sport.
Recommendations: Towel and sunblock.

Departure: Daily. Private classes
Duration: 1&1/2 hour
$110.00/1pers
$91/pers when 2pers.
$75/pers when 3pers.
$65/pers when 4pers.

TAMARINDO MANGROVES & ESTUARY
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Tamarindo Wildlife Refuge protects a large estuary, mangrove forest and tropical dry forest in an area covering almost 400 hectares. The boat trip into the estuary offers an opportunity to observe rare and abundant wildlife - including dozens of bird species and three species of monkeys - while learning about the unique ecosystem of the mangrove forest.

Recommendations: Sun block, cool comfortable clothes, beach sandals, insect repellent, binoculars, camera and hat .
Length of tour: 2 hours
Departure: Daily
Include: transportation, bilingual guide, water and fruits, and entrance fee.

$75/person
Children under 6 years old free.

HORSEBACK RIDING
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Explore the beauty of the Guanacaste countryside like an authentic "Sabanero," as Costa Rican cowboys are called. The trails head through patches of tropical dry forest - home to iguanas, monkeys and an array of bird species. All horses are well trained, and saddles and equipment are professionally maintained. Recommendations: Tennis shoes or boots, long pants; sun block, insect repellent, binoculars, camera and hat.
Length of tour: 2hours
Departure: Daily
Include: bilingual guide, soft drinks and riding master.

$75/person
Children under 6 years old, sharing horse with parents, free.


SUNSET CRUISE
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Costa Rica is famous for its beautiful sunsets. Witnessing one from the ocean is a great way to end the perfect day and start the perfect night.

Recommendations : Cool comfortable clothes and shoes, camera.
Length of the tour: 3 hours
Departure: Daily.
Include: transportation, champagne, wines, drinks, appetizers and bilingual crew.

$130/person
No children allowed.

DIVING
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A fantastic diversity of tropical marine life, warm water and excellent visibility are found at a fine selection of dive sites on the Pacific waters. One site is the Catalina Islands, a small cluster of rock islands near the southern end of the Gulf of Papagayo. Here, divers will find a large population of White tip Reef sharks and lots of rays, including bat, eagle and cow nose and manta. Another dive site in the area is the Bat Islands, a string of offshore rocky islets populated by friendly Pacific Bull sharks.

Recommendations: Towel, sun block, sandals and camera.
Length of tour: Half day.
Include: transportation, bilingual guide, dive master, diving equipment, 2 tanks diving, drinks and snacks.

$90/certified pers / $135/beeginer


CANOPY
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Come glide trough tree tops at one of the best Canopy tour of Costa Rica, located near one of the country’s most famous surfing tours, Tamarindo Beach, part of the Baulas National Park.

On the Canopy Tour you will glide through a network of 10 cables as a suspended cable bridge, and 12 platforms, all of which are mounted securely 30 o 40 meters above the forest floor.

Recommendations: Insect repellent and walking shoes.
Length of tour: 3 hours.
Departure: Daily.
Include: transportation and bilingual guide.

$75/pers
Children under 6 years old, ½ prices


GOLF AT HACIENDA PINILLA
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Costa Rica has long been known for its parrots, toucans and quetzals. Hacienda Pinilla has found the way to integrate flora and fauna in a fantastic golf course.
The 7500. yard, par 72 master pierce is creation of Mike Young, who is responsible for some of the finest courses in the southern United States.
Recommendations: Sun block, comfortable clothes and shoes.

$125/pers/18 holes.

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