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Turquoise waters at Caño Island

Caño Island · Snorkel

6h Easy Min. age 4 Muelle Las Vegas, Sierpe de Osa

Biological reserve with the clearest waters on Costa Rica's Pacific. Reef snorkeling, dolphins and whales in season.

Caño Island is a biological reserve 17 km offshore, with a well-preserved coral reef and up to 25 m visibility on good days. The tour includes two snorkel sites and beach time.

In season (July-October and December-March) there's a high chance of humpback whales and dolphin sightings. The tour follows SINAC approach protocols.

Highlights

  • Coral reef with tropical fish
  • Up to 25 m water visibility
  • Dolphins and whales in season
  • Beginner-friendly

Includes

  • Round-trip boat from Sierpe
  • Reserve SINAC permit
  • Snorkel gear (mask, snorkel, fins)
  • Bilingual guide
  • Light lunch, water, fruit
  • Life jackets

Not included

  • Wetsuits
  • Underwater cameras
  • Extra drinks

Itinerary

  1. 7:00 Check-in at Las Vegas dock
  2. 7:15 Boat ride through the delta and open sea
  3. 8:30 Arrival at Caño Island
  4. 8:45 Snorkel site #1
  5. 10:30 Beach time + lunch
  6. 11:30 Snorkel site #2
  7. 12:30 Boat back (marine wildlife spotting)
  8. 13:30 Arrival at the dock

What to bring

  • Swimsuit
  • Towel
  • Reef-safe sunscreen (required in the reserve)
  • Hat, sunglasses
  • Dry change of clothes

Frequently asked

Do I need to know how to swim?

Basic floating with a life jacket is enough. The guide stays close.

When can we see whales?

July to October (southern humpbacks) and December to March (northern humpbacks).

Cancellation policy applies. See full policy →

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