Deprecated: __autoload() is deprecated, use spl_autoload_register() instead in /home/travelin/public_html/wp-includes/compat.php on line 502

Warning: Cannot modify header information - headers already sent by (output started at /home/travelin/public_html/wp-includes/compat.php:502) in /home/travelin/public_html/wp-includes/feed-rss2.php on line 8
Sailing – Travel in Costa Rica http://travelincostarica.net Sun, 15 Oct 2017 16:28:16 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=4.8.7 Yellow Fin Charters http://travelincostarica.net/yellow-fin-charters/ Fri, 24 Apr 2015 15:34:59 +0000 http://www.travelincostarica.net/?p=1730 Continue reading Yellow Fin Charters ]]> It was founded in 2002 and since then it has become renowned among the locals as well as tourists. This company operates fishing tours from Playa Carrillo, Playa Flaingo, Los Sueños and Quepos in the south pacific coast of Costa Rica. Depending on the guest’s choice, it also arrange other water activity tours and land tours such as sailing trips, snorkeling tours, canopy tour, horseback riding tour, ATV tour and many more.

You can choose from full day charters, half day and multi-day trips offered by Yellow Fin charters company. Each of the trips include both inshore and off shore trips. Depending on the length of the area and trip the rate varies and it ranges from $400.00 to $1400.00.

The Boats:

Great-Marlin-36-ft-MirageYellow Fin company uses highest level of equipment of Penn International and Shimano Reels. It maintains a fleet of twenty first class fully insured boats with the latest equipments for fishing and sonar. These boats are equipped with first class quality fishing gear, navigational system, GPS, VHS radios, cell phones and latest electronics, controls and sonar equipment. On the boat you will find a open bar fully stocked with different types of drinks such as beer, coke, water, cocktail and there you will also can take tropical fruit and snacks. Captians, first mates and other staff members of the Yellow Fin Charters are experienced and have enough knowledge of the regions, climate and the location for enjoying water activities and land activities possible in the Pacific coast of Costa Rica. They know about the Fly Fishing, Catch & Release. From the ports within hours you can also go to all types of Dorado, Billfish, the Pacific’s best offshore fishing and Yellow fin Tuna. If you go for sailing tour, you will get opportunity to enjoy watching a plentiful supply of Red Snapper, Wahoo, Mackeral, Jack Crevalle and Roosterfish. The company also conducts trips to national parks.

Sportfishing with Yellowfin Charters

You can choose from full day or half day sport fishing tour and with Yellow Fin Charters you can enjoy catching plenty of different species of fish in the Pacific coast of Costa Rica. It is recommended to release the fish you catch. During the month of September, October and November you can catch many popular fish, particularly the big blue and black Marlin, can be found 20 to 30 miles offshore very easily. If you go for fishing out of the fishing season’s months, you will have to go about 30 to 50 miles off shore to catch fish. If you wish to go for sailfish, it will be better to go during the month of December to April but you can also catch those in a good number all around the year. Due to its large size and great taste, Yellowfin Tuna is very popular. If you want to tackle some Mahi Mahi, you should visit in the rainy season from May to October.

Not only sportfishing, Yellow Fin Charters also offers a variety of adventure and fun activities such as canopy tours, sailing in the azure ocean, scuba diving to encounter the underwater world and also many other enjoyable activities in a reasonable rate.

Contact

Yellow Fin Charters

Location: Guanacaste, Costa Rica
Website: http://www.yellowfinsportfishing.com/
Phone Number: (506) 2653-8022, (506) 8813-9675
Email: info@yellowfinsportfishing.com

]]>
Lazy Lizard Sailing http://travelincostarica.net/lazy-lizard-sailing/ Sat, 26 Jul 2014 14:17:38 +0000 http://www.travelincostarica.net/?p=1487 Continue reading Lazy Lizard Sailing ]]> Lazy Lizard Sailing is a renowned sailing tour company based in the sparkling white sand beach of Playa Flamingo, in the Guanacaste Province of Costa Rica. The tour company was established 12 years ago and since then it has earned itself well deserved national and international recognition.

Lazy Lizard Sailing 2Lazy Lizard Sailing offers daily excursions, one to three night overnight trips, private charters and tours, and hosts special occasions as well. The sunset sailing cruises are one of the most popular expeditions the company has to offer. During the sailing trip, travelers get to try out several activities such as snorkeling and sea kayaking. If you are not interested in any of these, you can simply gaze out at the ocean, watch whales and dolphins watching going on about their business and by the end of your trip, witness a glorious tropical sundown. Lazy Lizard Sailing offers reasonable rates, excellent customer services and fun filled tours. With Lazy Lizard Sailing, enjoy a perfect tropical retreat in the ocean.

Sunset Snorkel Tours

Lazy Lizard Sailing 3Sunset Snorkel Tour takes you on an exciting journey through the tropical waves of the Pacific Ocean. The trip is four hours in duration during which you will have a time of your life. Begin your adventure at Marina Flamingo on Lazy Lizard Sailing’s specially rigged catamaran. The tour is guided by professional and highly experienced crew members who ensure safety and comfort of their guests. They are extremely cordial and will be happy to help you out if you have any problem. During the trip, you can either go snorkeling or ocean kayaking. High quality equipment is present for both activities in the catamaran. The boat takes you along isolated points where you can jump into the ocean and pay a visit to the underwater creatures. You will be delighted to see the amazing sights of dolphins, whales, sea turtles, giant manta rays and numerous brightly painted tropical fish. For those who are not into snorkeling, ocean kayaking is a great alternative. Sunset Snorkel Tours include modern equipment, lunch and beverages. The trips are suitable for all ages.

The Lazy Lizard – Catamaran

The sailing company is proud to own an exceptionally rigged, Australian built catamaran called The Lazy Lizard. The Lazy Lizard has a solid and steady structure which is ideal for sailing through the seas. It offers an exciting and adventurous ride without causing sea sickness. There are bow trampolines in the catamaran where you can enjoy sunbathing, watch the sea animals and watch the waves roll by.

Contact Lazy Lizard Sailing

Location: Flamingo Marina, Playa Flamingo, Costa Rica
Website: http://lazylizardsailing.com/
Email: lazylizardsailing@hotmail.com
Phone Number: 011 506 2654 5900 and 011 506 2654 5300

Lazy Lizard Sailing – Sunset Sailing Tour

For more information on Lazy Lizard Sailing , please visit:

Check out the reviews of Lazy Lizard Sailing  on TripAdvisor.
For further details on Lazy Lizard Sailing , visit their Facebook Page.
Visit costaricajourneys.com to know more about Lazy Lizard Sailing.

]]>
Sailing Adventures http://travelincostarica.net/sailing-adventures/ Sun, 04 May 2014 20:05:50 +0000 http://www.travelincostarica.net/?p=1275 Continue reading Sailing Adventures ]]> Sailing is mostly a course driven by passion for adventure. By definition,sailing is the navigation or propulsion of a ship in the direction and in the schedule planned by the sailors. The sailors get the chance to explore the world’s best waterways. This is the unique holiday and relaxing adventure for many people. In the sea, the sailors experience a lot of adventures. Some are challenging while others are existing. In fact most of the sea stories come from the sailing adventures. Sailing adventures can range from sailing as a cruise or sailing as solo either for racing or adventure purposes.

Best sailing adventures

 Costa Rica:

sailingCosta Rica is the paradise to discover from the sea. It  covers 0.03% of the surface of the planet, and it has approximately 6% of the world’s biodiversity. Pristine beaches and breath taking coastline make Costa Rica one of the top destination for sailing. If one chose Costa Rica for sailing adventure, it will be a great experience for lifetime.  Exploring the beauty of the perfect  combination of spectacular shoreline, white sandy beaches, warm and crystal blue water all are really very enjoyable especially for the sail lovers and also for them who didn’t go for sailing before. It  will give the opportunity to watch the coral reef with an exceptional fauna including whales, dolphins, monkeys, manta rays, sea turtles, tropical fish, sea birds, iguanas, pelicans in the mangroves. People who love the ocean but prefers only sailing and not to fish, they can select luxury excursions to the immaculate Tortuga Island as one of their Costa Rica Sailing adventure tour. 

The British Virgin Islands:

sailing-to-the-British-VirgThe British Virgin Island is one of the world’s easiest places to sail. It has hundreds of anchorages and 40 island. This is an amazing place for the sailors. In this islands, the sailors get the opportunity to see the tame currents in the flecked channels of the islands that meet with the trade winds.

The Nile River in Egypt:

nile-riverA sail to this place is a sail to history. This river was a corridor for transport in Egypt for the millennia. There are a variety of boats ranging from feluccas which are budget-friendly and dahabiyyas which are more luxurious houseboats. The feluccas are small but traditional canvas made boats. These are the main cruisers in the Nile.

Bay of Islands, New Zealand:

New Zealand is a small island country which is home to some of the best sailors in the world. It has an amazing coastal scenery. These include the Bay of islands which is the country’s best attraction. This bay is full of coves and clear waters which are deep waters.

 Croatia:

CroatiaThis place is a must go for every sailor, due to its pleasures and the brightly shining sun on the crystalline waters. It has a large coastline to explore which covers 1778km. It also has 1185 islands. The most common is the hoity-toity island. There are also some hidden traditional fishing villages, coves and more remote groups of islands.

 Zanzibar:

ZanzibarThis old stone town, is one of Africa’s most historic places. Sailing to Zanzibar, in the Indian Ocean is like to see the Oman with its sultans and the caliphs. It offers beaches that are perfect for taking pictures with clear waters. Traditional dhow are the main vessels that offer exploration of the best snorkeling and diving sites.

 Whitsunday Islands, Australia:

whitsunday-islandHaving 74 islands, cloudless sky and azures seas, this place is the prime holiday spot. It is home to the Great Barrier Reef marine park which is one of the Seven Wonders of the World. In this reef, there are the sea turtles, coral gardens and fabulous fish species. Yachts are also offered as exploration vessels.

Others:

Galapagos Islands, Ecuador, Tahiti and French Polynesia, French Riviera and there are many other oceans which are great for sailing.

 

]]>