Private Sailing in Guanacaste, Costa Rica
Just Your Group, Our Trimaran, and the Pacific.
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Private Tours Only • Up to 12 Guests
Discover the Guanacaste Coast Under Sail
Explore Costa Rica’s Pacific coast on a private sailing charter from Playa Flamingo, Guanacaste. Mowana is a Buccaneer 33 trimaran reserved entirely for your group of up to 12 guests. Choose a morning sail, a sunset cruise or a full day on the water, with your own captain and crew aboard the sailboat.
Playa Flamingo is the departure point for all three tours. If you’re staying in Tamarindo, Potrero, Playa Conchal or Las Catalinas, meet us on the beach in front of PLEAMAR restaurant.
Every tour includes snorkeling gear, food and drinks from the open bar. Morning and sunset trips include one snorkeling stop, and full-day trips include at least two. The captain chooses the snorkeling sites based on visibility, currents and sea conditions.
If you’re planning to go sailing in Costa Rica, choose the departure that fits your stay.
The morning sailing tour leaves your afternoon free. The sunset sailing tour takes you out in the late afternoon, and the full-day sailing tour gives you eight hours on the water.
Marine Life in Guanacaste
Sailing along Guanacaste’s coast sometimes offers the opportunity to observe marine life in its natural environment.
Depending on the season and the day’s conditions, you may spot dolphins, sea turtles or other species found in Pacific waters.
These sightings are never guaranteed. They depend entirely on nature and the conditions encountered during your trip.
Why Choose Private Sailing in Guanacaste?
The boat and crew are dedicated to your group for the entire trip. Families, couples and friends have room to spread out and can spend time together on the trampolines or in the shaded seating areas.
At a snorkeling stop, some guests can get in the water while others relax aboard. If your group is interested in swimming or paddleboarding, ask the crew about the conditions at the stop. The route and choice of bay can change with the wind and sea conditions.
Aboard Mowana
Snorkeling equipment and one paddleboard are available on board. You can relax in a hammock over the trampolines, sit in the shade or watch the coast pass as you sail between stops.
Food varies with the tour you choose, and the open bar is included on every departure.
If your group would like to listen to its own music, you can connect your device to the onboard sound system.
Departing from Playa Flamingo
All Mowana trips depart from Playa Flamingo Beach in Guanacaste. Meet the crew directly on the beach, in front of the PLEAMAR restaurant. The crew will take you from the beach to Mowana.
If you’re coming from Tamarindo, Potrero, Playa Conchal or Las Catalinas, allow time to reach the beach before your scheduled departure. Transportation to the meeting point is not included.
From the sea, Guanacaste’s Pacific coast offers a very different perspective: long beaches, small bays, rocky headlands and tropical dry forest landscapes unfold along the shoreline.
Playa Flamingo, Playa Potrero, Playa Conchal, Playa Grande and Las Catalinas are among the region’s coastal destinations. Some areas are lively, while others reveal wilder scenery and secluded beaches.
A Mowana trip does not follow a fixed sequence of destinations. The itinerary adapts to your chosen tour and sea conditions, particularly when selecting suitable spots for swimming and snorkeling.
A Buccaneer 33 Trimaran for Your Group
Mowana is a Buccaneer 33 trimaran, originally built in San Francisco for racing and later adapted to offer greater comfort on private trips.
Its large trampolines let you relax close to the water, while shaded areas provide protection from the tropical sun.
Mowana welcomes up to 12 guests and is reserved entirely for your group.
Its racing heritage, open spaces and private experience give it a character that sets it apart from larger tour boats.
Local Sailing Experience
Mowana Sailing has been operating since June 2023.
Its captain and owner, Jean-Luc, has been sailing in the Tamarindo and Potrero area since 1992, long before Mowana Sailing was founded.
This local experience is valuable along a coast where wind, currents, visibility and sea conditions can change. Decisions during your trip are guided by the conditions encountered rather than a route fixed in advance.
This approach allows the captain to choose suitable spots for the day’s conditions, helping you enjoy your time on the water with peace of mind.
Who Is a Private Sailing Trip For?
A private trip suits couples who want time on the water together, families whose members enjoy different activities, and friends celebrating a special occasion. Guests can snorkel, relax on deck or spend time together in the shade.
If you’re fitting a sail into a short stay in Guanacaste, a half-day trip leaves time for other plans. If you want to spend most of the day at sea, the full-day tour gives you eight hours aboard.
Compare Private Sailing Charters in Guanacaste
When you book a private sailing charter in Guanacaste, start with the boarding point, the time you want to spend on the water and the activities your group wants to include.
A morning charter, a sunset sailing trip and a full day give you different ways to explore the same Pacific coastline.
Mowana’s captain and crew are included, and the trimaran is reserved for your group.
Morning Sailing on the Guanacaste Coast
Pick the four-hour morning sailing tour if you want to snorkel before lunch ashore or have plans later in the day.
The boat leaves Playa Flamingo at 8:30 AM and returns at 12:30 PM.
The trip includes one snorkeling stop, snacks, coffee and rosquillas, and drinks from the open bar. Guests who prefer to stay dry can enjoy the view from the shaded deck while others are in the water.
Afternoon Sunset Sailing from Playa Flamingo
Pick the sunset charter if you want an afternoon on the ocean and a barbecue meal aboard.
This private cruise departs at 1:30 PM and returns at 5.30 PM.
The afternoon includes one stop to snorkel, with time to sail and watch the light change along the Guanacaste coastline.
If you plan to eat ashore after the cruise, check the return time and arrange the ride to your hotel before departure.
Eight Hours on a Full-Day Sailing Charter
A full-day charter runs from 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM.
This eight-hour sailing experience includes at least two snorkeling stops, a barbecue lunch, snacks and an open bar. The extra time lets your group spend longer on the water and enjoy the coast at an easier pace.
Ask the crew where you can swim or use the stand-up paddleboard at a stop.
Plan a Sailing Day During Your Costa Rica Vacation
If you are staying at a hotel in Tamarindo, Potrero or Playa Conchal, check the drive to Playa Flamingo Beach at your departure time. A hotel near the marina may still require a separate ride to the beach.
The meeting point for our sailing tours is in front of PLEAMAR restaurant. Ask your hotel or resort about transportation if you need a ride out and back.
Guanacaste is a province on the Pacific side of Costa Rica. Many travelers pair sailing with visits to the beaches near Flamingo or Potrero. If you want to explore nature on land as well, keep a separate day for a beach walk or a guided outing. The coast looks different from a sailboat, where you can see rocky headlands, forest and small bays from the water.
During the dry season, you can plan a day around time at the beach and a sail. In the green season, leave some flexibility around your travel plans. In either season, conditions on the water can differ from what you see at your hotel. The captain uses wind, currents and visibility to pick the route and snorkel sites.
Wildlife such as dolphins and sea turtles can appear in any season, and sightings vary.
Sortie en bateau privé ou croisière en catamaran partagé ?
A shared catamaran cruise can suit travelers who prefer to book individual seats. A private boat charter gives one group exclusive use of the vessel. If you are comparing a catamaran, a sailboat or a motorboat for your vacation, check the departure point, the maximum number of guests, the food and drinks, and the activities each operator offers.
Mowana is a three-hulled sailboat. Our private sailing service includes the captain, crew, food and open bar, with snorkeling gear on board. Ask what is included if you are comparing our offer with a boat rental, a fishing charter or a diving tour. Each operator may offer a different balance of sailing time, snorkeling and other water activities.
A rental can also have different rules about who operates the boat.
What to Bring for a Private Sailing Trip
Bring a towel, swimwear, sun protection and a dry bag for your phone.
Pack a light layer for the ride back after an afternoon on the water.Tell the crew if anyone in your group is new to snorkeling or prefers to stay aboard.
If you have questions about the menu, dietary requirements or the activities each trip includes, contact Mowana before you book.
Planning Your Private Sailing Trip
Can we book the boat for just two people?
Yes. You can book Mowana for two or bring up to 12 guests. The charter price is for the whole boat. A private catamaran charter may also be priced for the whole group, while a shared catamaran cruise typically sells individual seats. Check what each sailing company includes before comparing rates.
What can our group do during the snorkeling stop?
You can snorkel, stay aboard or ask whether it’s a good spot to paddle. Mowana carries one stand-up paddleboard. Let the crew know which activities interest your group. If your vacation plans include kayaking, read our guide to things to do in Playa Flamingo for more activities near the beach.
Can we choose which beaches we sail past?
Tell the crew what you’d like to see, including any interest in wildlife or the quieter beaches along the coast. The captain picks the route for the day. From the vessel, your group can look for wildlife along the rocky coastline and enjoy views of beaches backed by tropical dry forest. Ask the crew what wildlife they’ve seen recently if nature is a highlight of your Costa Rica vacation.
Where do we board the sailboat?
Meet on Playa Flamingo Beach in front of PLEAMAR restaurant. If you’re coming from a hotel or vacation rental, use the beach as your destination. Marina Flamingo is a separate location. Contact us before your tour if you need directions or want to confirm what’s included.