
Jaco Sunset Cruise to Playa Fantasia
Traveler rating
4.7/5
Based on 197 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Jaco Sunset Cruise to Playa Fantasia worth booking?
Jaco Sunset Cruise to Playa Fantasia is a 4.5-hour experience in Jaco, Costa Rica, from $159 per person. It scores 77 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.7/5 rating across 197 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 77 / 100
- Rating
- 4.7/5 (197)
- Duration
- 4.5 hours
- From
- $159 per person
Our Jaco sunset cruise takes you on a unique experience at Playa Fantasia. Playa Fantasia is a beach that is a secret hidden gem, left untouched for our guests to enjoy. You will have the opportunity to explore the beach, enjoy a light lunch prepared by our private chef on site, open bar, hammocks, lounge chairs, and water activities. Our Jaco sunset cruise is designed to immerse our clients in nature without the big crowds like on Tortuga Island. We keep our tours small to ensure the best experience for guests. Fresh fruit throughout the day, open bar and snacks. It is important for you to know that our tours ARE NOT BOOZE CRUISES, our trips are family oriented and Playa Fantasia, our destination, is a National Wildlife Reserve created to preserve the scarlet macaws. After enjoying Playa Fantasia, we cruise back to the port while looking for dolphins, manta rays and whales.
What you get
About this experience
Our Jaco sunset cruise takes you on a unique experience at Playa Fantasia. Playa Fantasia is a beach that is a secret hidden gem, left untouched for our guests to enjoy. You will have the opportunity to explore the beach, enjoy a light lunch prepared by our private chef on site, open bar, hammocks, lounge chairs, and water activities. Our Jaco sunset cruise is designed to immerse our clients in nature without the big crowds like on Tortuga Island. We keep our tours small to ensure the best experience for guests. Fresh fruit throughout the day, open bar and snacks. It is important for you to know that our tours ARE NOT BOOZE CRUISES, our trips are family oriented and Playa Fantasia, our destination, is a National Wildlife Reserve created to preserve the scarlet macaws. After enjoying Playa Fantasia, we cruise back to the port while looking for dolphins, manta rays and whales.
What's included
Included
- Private transportation
- Alcoholic beverages
- Lunch
- Snacks
- 50 ft Catamaran
Not included
- Gratuities
- Towels (please bring your own)
- Banana boat rides can be requested by message prior the tour
What you'll see and do
Playa Fantasia is a secluded beach where our client stop to enjoy the naturally untouched jungle that flows to the beach. Lounge chairs, hammocks, boogie boards, paddle boards, and snorkel equipment is all available free of charge. Our chef prepares a great light lunch at the beach before departing.
180 minutes here · Admission included
We do this by keeping our guest list to only 25 passengers to ensure a unique and intimate experience for all clients. Come and join us on one of our public tours to the closest white sand beach to Jaco! Accessible only by water, secluded and enchanting.
90 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Jaco
Our office is located un Pacific Center Local #1, We offer free transportation from Jaco, or guests can park securely at our office.
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 45 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Our office is located un Pacific Center Local #1, We offer free transportation from Jaco, or guests can park securely at our office.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Tue, Thu, Sat
- Group size
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Sealounge Catamaran
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Our cruise is not a booze cruise, if you are looking for a booze cruise, you will be disappointed
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Not recommended for participants with back problems or participants with limited mobility
- There is plenty of shaded areas on board, please prepare to spend majority of your tour in direct or indirect sunlight. For safety reasons spray sunscreens are not permitted.
- We board the large catamaran from small tenders from the beach. Long dresses, and pants are not recommended.
- You will be notified by a representative of your pickup time, our transportation will only wait 5 minutes at each stop before moving to the next stop. If you miss your transportation time, your tour will be cancelled without refund.
- ID is needed to use paddle boards, boogie boards, surf boards and snorkel gear.
- Banana Boat rides are available for purchase. Please contact us to reserve and purchase tickets.
- VERY IMPORTANT NOTE*** GREEN SEASON MAY - NOVEMBER ****WE DO NOT RUN A SUNSET TOUR. Our sunset tour during these months operates from 11am - 3:30 pm to avoid rain, and rough waters in the evening during these months. During these months there is rarely a SUNSET and safety is our priority - always! Please note when booking these months we will contact you to arrange pickup, which is will be between 9:45 - 10:30 am during GREEN SEASON.
- The transportation depart from our office in 40 minutes before the to Herradura Beach were the Catamaran departs
- Alcoholic beverages only for those over 18 years of age
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 197 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
9 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
The guide
2 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Small groups
2 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Traveler reviews
197 verified traveler reviews for Jaco Sunset Cruise to Playa Fantasia. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
An Unforgettable Sunset Cruise with Exceptional Service, Dolphins, and Incredible Food
If I could give Sea Lounge Adventures more than five stars, I absolutely would! Our sunset catamaran cruise was spectacular, and the service was exceptional from the moment we were picked up at our hotel. Our driver deserves special recognition. He was amazingly attentive, making sure we were comfortable and cared for. The van was very comfortable, with fantastic air conditioning, which we really appreciated! The entire crew was attentive, engaging, and so much fun. They made us feel welcome and helped make the whole experience unforgettable. The beach was beautiful, and we even got to see dolphins! That made an already incredible trip even more special. And the FOOD deserves a review all its own. Absolutely spectacular! This wasn’t just good food for an excursion. It was a highlight of the entire experience. Did I mention the food was fantastic? Because it deserves mentioning twice! From our wonderful driver to the incredible crew, every person we encountered helped make this such a special experience. Sea Lounge Adventures has our highest recommendation. Book the cruise! You’ll be so glad you did!
Response from the operator: What an incredible review! 🌅❤️ Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience and for your amazing recommendation! We're especially happy to hear that every part of your adventure, from the hotel pickup to the sunset cruise, exceeded your expectations. Your kind words about our driver and crew mean so much, and we'll be sure to share your appreciation with the entire team! And we absolutely love that you mentioned the food twice! 😄🍽️ Our team puts a lot of care into preparing every meal, so hearing how much you enjoyed it truly makes our day. Seeing dolphins was the perfect bonus to an already beautiful experience! 🐬 Thank you for choosing Sealounge Catamaran and for trusting us with a special part of your Costa Rica vacation. We can't wait to welcome you back for another unforgettable adventure! 🌴⛵
via Tripadvisor
Sweet spot on beach
Super cool crew. Fruit was the best I’ve tasted, the kabobs were great wish I could have more. The drinks were good too. Got to propose to my partner on there beach. Definitely a great idea for a romantic date. Definitely take a Dramamine! I think the boat tour could have lasted longer.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us! 🥰 We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our crew, fresh fruit, kabobs, and drinks. And most importantly, congratulations on your engagement! 💍❤️ We’re truly honored that you chose Playa Fantasía and Sea Lounge Catamaran for such a special moment. We really appreciate your feedback about the duration of the boat tour as well. We hope to welcome you both back on board for another unforgettable experience! 🌴⛵✨
via Viator
Womens retreat 2026 catamaran experience!
My experience was wonderful! If I ever come back I would definitely do it again. The staff was very nice and professional! They made you feel safe and had a whole lot of fun with them! The food and drinks were top tier! Awesome time! 10/10 recommend!!
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your amazing review! We’re thrilled to hear you had such a wonderful experience with us! It means a lot to know that our crew made you feel safe, welcomed, and helped create such a fun and relaxing day on the water. 🌴⛵ We’re also delighted that you enjoyed the food and drinks—our team works hard to make every part of the experience memorable. Hearing that you’d do it all over again is the biggest compliment we could receive! Thank you for your 10/10 recommendation. We can’t wait to welcome you back to Sealounge Catamaran for another unforgettable day at Playa Fantasía! Pura Vida! 🌊☀️🍹
via Tripadvisor
Amazing trip!
Awesome afternoon / sunset cruise! Can’t say enough about the hospitality, service and communication of the crew. BBQ lunch at the private beach was delicious and we enjoyed swimming and banana boat ride. Catamaran was comfortable and well maintained. Exceeded our expectations!
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that you had such an awesome afternoon and sunset cruise with us. It means a lot to know that our crew’s hospitality, service, and communication made such a great impression. 🌅 We’re also happy you enjoyed the BBQ lunch at the private beach, as well as the swimming and banana boat ride — that combination always makes for a perfect day in paradise! It’s great to hear the catamaran met your expectations in comfort and maintenance, and even better that the whole experience exceeded them. That’s exactly what we aim for every time. Thank you again for joining us, and we hope to welcome you back soon for another unforgettable adventure! Pura Vida! 🌊☀️
via Viator
A great boat ride.
I do these trips all around the world. This was a good one! The staff was great and food was delicious!
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your kind words! It means a lot coming from someone who has done trips like this all around the world. We’re thrilled to hear that our experience stood out as a good one for you! We’re also very happy you enjoyed the staff and the delicious food. Our team works hard to create memorable experiences, so your feedback truly means a lot to us. Thank you again for joining us, and we hope to welcome you back whenever your travels bring you to Costa Rica again! 🌊☀️ Pura Vida!
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 4.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Tue, Thu, Sat
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 69
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Who runs this experience
Operated by Sealounge Catamaran, who run 5 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 64.0.
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Jaco Sunset Cruise to Playa Fantasia: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Jaco.
How much does Jaco Sunset Cruise to Playa Fantasia cost?
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Prices start at $159 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Jaco usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Jaco Sunset Cruise to Playa Fantasia take?
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Plan for about 4.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Jaco is not rushed.
Is Jaco Sunset Cruise to Playa Fantasia worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 77 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.7/5 across 197 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Jaco, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Jaco Sunset Cruise to Playa Fantasia?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Jaco Sunset Cruise to Playa Fantasia suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Jaco Sunset Cruise to Playa Fantasia?
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Around 69 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Jaco can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Jaco and add a light layer if any part of the 4.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Jaco Sunset Cruise to Playa Fantasia start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Jaco within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Jaco?
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On Outty we rank every Jaco experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Arenal Volcano, La Fortuna Waterfall, Hot Springs Combo Tour with Lunch & Dinner, Jason Crocodile Tours, Jaco Beach Costa Rica Horseback Riding. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Jaco?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Jaco?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Jaco Sunset Cruise to Playa Fantasia?
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Included: Private transportation; Alcoholic beverages; Lunch; Snacks; and 50 ft Catamaran. Not included: Gratuities; Towels (please bring your own); and Banana boat rides can be requested by message prior the tour. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Jaco Sunset Cruise to Playa Fantasia include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point instead from 45 listed pickup locations in and around Jaco. Be ready about 45 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Jaco Sunset Cruise to Playa Fantasia offered in?
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It is offered in English and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Jaco Sunset Cruise to Playa Fantasia?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Jaco Sunset Cruise to Playa Fantasia wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Not recommended for pregnant travelers; and Not recommended for participants with back problems or participants with limited mobility. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Jaco Sunset Cruise to Playa Fantasia if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about Jaco Sunset Cruise to Playa Fantasia?
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Across 197 reviews averaging 4.7 out of 5, recurring themes include food and drink, the guide, small groups. The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
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