Kayaking

Biesanz Bay Guided Ocean Kayaking & Snorkeling Tour with Hotel Transfers

Paddle across Biesanz Bay, snorkel among parrotfish, starfish, and angelfish, then unwind over a homemade meal with drinks included.

Relax with round-trip transfers from your hotel, meet your bilingual guide for a briefing, then launch your kayak straight into Biesanz Bay.

Follow your guide in single or tandem kayaks, pausing at a spot where you switch from paddling to snorkeling in Biesanz Bay near shore.

Enjoy an easy pace suited to first-timers and children 8 and up, with your guide covering basics so you can focus on paddling, floating, and photos.

Ocean kayaking and snorkeling tour

Bilingual guide

Lunch or dinner

Beverages

Round-trip transfers

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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3 weeks ago
Nice half-day trip! Kayaking part was fun and not too hard, even for beginners. We saw a bunch of birds on the islands and took a break to snorkel in a beautiful bay. Water was a little cloudy but still saw cool fish. Lunch after was yummy. Would do again.
Aug 2026
My family and some friends all joined this kayaking and snorkeling tour—it was our favorite day in Costa Rica! The guides were really organized and kept us laughing as we paddled past these tiny islands, and pointed out pelicans and other seabirds. Snorkeling at Biesanz Bay was fun, but the water had mixed visibility that morning so my kids didn’t see as many fish as they hoped. Still, my youngest was thrilled with the angelfish and big starfish we did spot. Our group loved the homemade lunch and fresh fruit snack, and I appreciated the hotel pickup (very convenient). Just be ready for a real arm workout from the kayaking!
Sep 2026
Went with my cousins while visiting Costa Rica. The hotel pickup was smooth and on time, which we all appreciated. Our guide kept the group together and pointed out wildlife as we paddled along. Kayaking gave us a good workout, especially with some waves, but it was manageable for everyone. Snorkeling offered a view of colorful fish, though some sections had murkier water. Lunch after the tour was homemade and surprisingly filling. Overall, a solid outing if you want something active with friends or family.
Sep 2026
Starting off, the gear was solid and our guide really paid attention to everyone, which made a difference. The path we followed was just stunning, easily one of the prettiest I've ever paddled. We made a stop to swim, had some water and fruit to recharge, then wrapped it all up with lunch at the finish. Would totally do this again.
Sep 2026
Nice, solid gear and the guide was on top of everything, making sure we felt looked after. The route we paddled was gorgeous, with lots to see. We stopped for a swim break, grabbed some fruit and water, and got a tasty lunch when we finished. Loved the whole trip!

Explore Biesanz Bay on an ocean kayaking and snorkeling tour with a bilingual guide, lunch or dinner, beverages, and round-trip transfers.

Getting started

Begin with round-trip transfers from your hotel to the launch point for Biesanz Bay. After check-in, your bilingual guide gives a brief orientation to the ocean kayaking and snorkeling tour and helps you get into a 1- or 2-passenger kayak. Once everyone is set, you paddle out together toward the calm waters of the bay.

What to expect

Biesanz Bay

This protected bay is where you spend your time on the water, combining paddling and snorkeling in clear conditions suitable for beginners. Children must be at least 8 years old to join, and no previous kayaking experience is required.

Features

While snorkeling in Biesanz Bay, you observe diverse marine wildlife, including parrotfish, starfish, angelfish, and possibly sea turtles if conditions allow. Time in the water is unhurried, so you can watch how these species move and feed around the reef.

The ocean kayaking and snorkeling tour is guided from start to finish, with a bilingual guide staying close to the group to set the pace, point out marine life, and support first-time paddlers in the water.

Beverages are provided during the experience, so you can rehydrate between kayaking and snorkeling sessions without needing to bring your own drinks.

After you return to shore and change, a homemade lunch or dinner is served, giving you time to relax and talk about what you saw in the bay.

Round-trip transfers are included, so transportation from and to your hotel is handled for you, and you can focus on the time in Biesanz Bay itself.

What to bring

Sun protection: Bring suntan lotion to protect your skin during the kayaking and snorkeling tour.

Sunglasses: Bring sunglasses with a retainer cord so they stay secure while you paddle.

Headwear: Bring a hat or visor to shield your face from the sun on the water.

Towel: Bring a beach towel to dry off after kayaking and snorkeling.

Camera: Bring a camera if you'd like to capture the scenery and marine life.

Additional information

Age requirement: Children must be at least 8 years old to join this ocean kayaking and snorkeling tour.

Experience level: No previous kayaking experience is required for this tour.

Kayak type: Kayaks are available for either 1 passenger or 2 passengers per boat.

Seasonal schedule: From May to November, only morning tours operate due to weather conditions.

Inclusions reminder: This tour includes round-trip transfers, a bilingual guide, beverages, and lunch or dinner.