OCEAN ADVENTURES · GOLFO DULCE

Golfo Dulce Boat Tour

Leave Puerto Jiménez and head straight out across the gulf. It’s open water, and it’s common to come across dolphins on the way. During certain months, whales pass through as well.

Once you reach the other side, the boat slows down and begins following the coastline. From the water, the view is completely different: the forest drops straight into the gulf and small waterfalls descend from the mountains.

There is time to stop, swim, and snorkel in a few of these spots along the way.

Boat tour across the Golfo Dulce in Costa Rica
FROM GULF TO ESTUARY

Two Landscapes in One Journey

If the tide is right, the boat enters the Esquinas River and the landscape changes almost immediately.

The open waters of the gulf give way to still channels, with mangroves lining both sides as the journey continues inland through the estuary.

It is a striking transition between two very different environments, each revealing another side of the wildlife and landscapes of the Golfo Dulce.

DETAILS

What You Need to Know

Duration 5 hours
Schedule High tide dependent
Difficulty Easy
Wildlife Dolphins · Seasonal whale sightings
Activities Boat exploration · Swimming · Snorkeling
Operation Partner operated
What to Bring UPF-rated clothing, sunscreen, swimsuit, hat, towel, and dry bag
Partner-operated experience · Contact concierge to book
Golfo Dulce coastline and rainforest seen from the water
PLAN YOUR STAY

Discover the Golfo Dulce from the water.

Our team is here to help you plan your stay and arrange your experiences at Lapa Rios Lodge.