Cano Island Snorkeling Tour From Uvita

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7 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

Cano Island offers the ultimate snorkeling experience in Costa Rica's pristine waters, renowned for vibrant marine life and stunning coral reefs. Enjoy two snorkeling sessions in diverse locations, where you can encounter sea turtles, rays, and colorful fish. After snorkeling, relax on the beach and savor a delicious onboard lunch featuring wraps and fresh fruit. Led by a bilingual naturalist guide, this day-long tour (7-8 hours) provides an enriching journey through the beautiful Caño Island Biological Reserve and Marino Ballena National Park.

- Depart from Uvita beach at 7:30 AM for a full-day adventure
- Includes all snorkeling equipment, snacks, and entrance fees
- Suitable for ages 5 and up; minimum group size of 6 required
- Enjoy beach time and potential wildlife sightings on the return trip

What's Included

Use of full snorkeling equipment, including mask, snorkel, fins, and a special snorkeling safety vest.
Lunch
Snacks
Coffee and/or Tea
Private transportation

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The meeting point is located next to the elementary school “La Flor de Bahía” and diagonally across from Tatina Supermarket, in Bahía Ballena, Uvita. Our staff will be waiting at the meeting point to assist travelers with check-in. GPS coordinates: N 09.15888, W 83.74178.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

The meeting point for this tour is our main office in Uvita, where guests can enjoy free coffee and light snacks before departure. The suggested arrival time is 6:40 AM, allowing time to try the snorkeling equipment and attend a safety briefing with our bilingual guide, who will review the itinerary and ensure all safety vests fit properly.
The boat departs at 7:30 AM from Uvita Beach for an approximately 1.5-hour boat ride to Caño Island. During the journey, there is a chance to spot dolphins, sea turtles, and whales (seasonal).
Upon arrival, guests will enjoy two guided snorkeling sessions at different locations, selected by the captain and guides based on sea conditions. Each session lasts approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour, depending on visibility and participant ability.
After snorkeling, there will be time to relax on the beach (30–40 minutes). Snacks and fresh fruit will be provided, followed by a marine life briefing from the guide. The tour concludes with a return boat ride to Uvita Beach, with additional wildlife spotting opportunities along the way.
Lunch included, served on board or upon return to Uvita Beach. Restroom access is available on the island during beach time

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Bahía Aventuras

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Snorkeling
Jet Boat Rentals
Sustainable Tours
On the Water
Swimming
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Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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