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Caribbean Coral Reef · Snorkel + Hike · Viator Code 33709P28

Cahuita National Park Coral Reef Boat Snorkeling & Coastal Rainforest Walk

Who This Outing Fits: Caribbean Coast visitors seeking Costa Rica's largest living fringing coral reef (35+ coral species, elkhorn & brain coral, parrotfish, nurse sharks) paired with coastal rainforest wildlife.

Classification: Mixed-Activity Boat Trip
Departure Area & Boat Boarding Point: Caribbean Coast (Cahuita & Puerto Viejo) — Cahuita National Park boat launch (with hotel pickup from Puerto Viejo, Cahuita & Limón)
Hotel Pickup Coverage: Confirmed hotel pickup in Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, Cahuita, Cocles, Punta Uva & Limón
Required Certification & Experience: None — mandatory park-certified guide accompanies all reef snorkelers inside Cahuita National Park
Total Outing Duration vs. Underwater Time: 5 hours total outing (2-hour guided boat snorkeling on Cahuita's protected coral reef + 2-hour coastal wildlife walk) (2 coral-reef snorkeling stops (Punta Cahuita & Puerto Vargas) + guided rainforest trail). Note: listed duration covers the entire boat excursion including check-in, transit, and surface interval.
Included Equipment: Snorkel mask, tube, fins, flotation vest, certified ICT/SINAC naturalist guide, fruit snack & lunch
Operator Age, Swimming & Medical Rules: All ages (calm shallow coral lagoon 2–5 m deep; optimal Caribbean visibility in Sept–Oct & Feb–Apr)
Verified Inclusions: 2-stop coral reef boat snorkeling in Cahuita National Park, guided sloth/monkey rainforest hike, snorkel gear, tropical fruit & Caribbean lunch
Exclusions / Optional Extras: Gratuities
Cancellation Policy: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before start time
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Cahuita National Park Coral Reef Boat Snorkeling & Coastal Rainforest Walk Caribbean Coral Reef · Snorkel + Hike ★ 4.6 (33 reviews) · From $180
Mixed-Activity Boat Trip Booked via Viator / GetYourGuide

Cahuita National Park Coral Reef Boat Snorkeling & Coastal Rainforest Walk

Departure & Boarding:
Cahuita National Park boat launch (with hotel pickup from Puerto Viejo, Cahuita & Limón)
Pickup Coverage:
Confirmed hotel pickup in Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, Cahuita, Cocles, Punta Uva & Limón
Qualification Required:
None — mandatory park-certified guide accompanies all reef snorkelers inside Cahuita National Park
Outing Duration & Dives:
5 hours total outing (2-hour guided boat snorkeling on Cahuita's protected coral reef + 2-hour coastal wildlife walk) (2 coral-reef snorkeling stops (Punta Cahuita & Puerto Vargas) + guided rainforest trail)
Equipment Included:
Snorkel mask, tube, fins, flotation vest, certified ICT/SINAC naturalist guide, fruit snack & lunch
Age & Participation:
All ages (calm shallow coral lagoon 2–5 m deep; optimal Caribbean visibility in Sept–Oct & Feb–Apr)
Cancellation:
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before start time
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