Boats and the sea
4.7/5
459 reviews on GetYourGuide
Book this if you are in Playa Blanca and want an easy few hours on the water: a catamaran to the sheltered bay of Papagayo, about an hour to swim and snorkel, and back. It is rated 4.7 out of 5 by 459 GetYourGuide reviewers and costs well under half the full catamaran day. Food and drinks are extra, sold on board.
Starts inPlaya Blanca
The catamaran leaves from Playa Blanca. One option gives you an earlier start with free time at Marina Rubicón before sailing, and on Wednesdays and Saturdays that time coincides with the Marina Rubicón market, so you can browse the crafts and stalls first.
The sail east along the coast is short, around 20 to 25 minutes a leg. In the bay of Papagayo the boat drops anchor for about an hour: swim around the catamaran or snorkel with the gear provided, and the listing says you are welcome to bring your own mask. Reviewers enjoyed the slide and jumping off the boat.
If you would rather relax, lie on the nets or the cushioned seats and take a siesta in the sun. Beer, sangria, water, soft drinks and snacks are on sale on board. In all, the trip takes 1.5 to 3 hours depending on the option.
Bring a hat, swimwear, a towel, sunscreen and a jacket. Glass and party groups are not allowed.
Our summary of the reviews GetYourGuide shows on the product page.
Playa Blanca
Boarding; earlier option with free time at Marina Rubicón
South coast
Catamaran, about 20 to 25 minutes
Bay of Papagayo
Swimming and snorkelling stop, about 1 hour
Playa Blanca
Sail back
It is the shortest and cheapest way onto the water at Papagayo, and it starts in Playa Blanca, so there is no transfer. The Papagayo catamaran from Puerto Calero is the bigger day, with lunch, an open bar, kayaks and paddleboards included, and is better value if you would buy food and drinks anyway.
If you would rather reach the coves under your own power, the kayak and snorkel trip from Playa Blanca paddles to the same beaches.
It is also the most flexible of the Papagayo trips: options run from about an hour and a half to three hours, and cancellation is free up to 24 hours before, with the choice to reserve now and pay later. Reviewers liked it as a lazy afternoon that does not use up a whole day of the holiday.
Checked against the GetYourGuide listing on 15 November 2026. Prices and options change: the calendar shows the current ones.
The listing says the trip is not suitable for people prone to seasickness.
What to do. If you are unsure, take a seasickness remedy before you sail.
No. Beer, sangria, water, soft drinks and snacks are sold on board.
No. The boat anchors in the bay and you swim or snorkel from it.
On Wednesdays and Saturdays. The earlier departure option gives you time there before sailing.
Yes. Gear is provided, and the listing says you are welcome to bring your own.
Yes, for a full refund up to 24 hours before the start.
✓ Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
A 4-hour catamaran trip from Puerto Calero to Papagayo with lunch, drinks, water toys and a sea slide.
Departs from Puerto Calero marina to Playa del Papagayo · 4 hours
✓ Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
A guided sea kayak trip from Playa Blanca to Papagayo Beach with snorkelling and photos.
Departs from Kayak Lanzarote, Calle Las Palmas 5, Playa Blanca · 3.5 hours
✓ Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
A day on a catamaran off La Graciosa, with the ferry from Órzola, paella lunch, drinks and kayaks.
Departs from Órzola harbour, then La Graciosa · 6 hours
Sources: getyourguide.com. Checked November 2026. Photos: GetYourGuide.