Yachting in Tamarindo, Costa Rica

Yacht charters in Tamarindo, Costa Rica start from $1,350 for 4 hours. Full-day (8-hour) charters start from $2,000. The price depends on the yacht's size, the season and the length of the charter.

Taxes and a gratuity for the crew (customarily around 15%) may be added. Payments by credit card carry a 3% processing fee.

YachtLife lists 3 yachts for charter in Tamarindo, Costa Rica, from 45 to 51 feet, for up to 45 guests.

December to April is the dry season, with sunny days and calm mornings on the water. May to November is the green season, with afternoon rain and lower prices.

Yachts in this area are based in Tamarindo and Playa Flamingo. The exact marina and boarding time are confirmed in your Charter Agreement, and your YachtLife broker can arrange transport from the airport.

Every charter includes the yacht and its captain and crew. Yachts are stocked with water, soft drinks and ice, plus essentials such as towels, linens and sunscreen.

You can bring your own food and drinks, or your broker can arrange catering or a chef on board.

Yes. A multi-day "term charter" lets you sleep aboard and explore the coast, with an itinerary planned with your broker and a crew provisioned to your preferences. Term charters are paid by bank transfer.

For charters of 7 days or more, every 7th day is complimentary, so a week is charged as 6 days.