Boats leave every morning for Yelapa, Las Animas, Quimixto and small secluded beaches like Majahuita to the south of the bay and for Piedra Blanca’s mountain-rimmed beaches to the north. These day-trips usually include an English-speaking capitan and crew, snorkeling gear, lunch, and an open bar.

You can take a day trip to Islas Marietas Ecological Reserve, a reserve where Jacques Cousteau spent time exploring the abundant marine life including sea turtles, dolphins and whales in winter. Or they can choose a trip for diving at El Morro Reef. You will have a great view of Los Arcos National Park and the giant boulders rising out of the sea at the entrance to Mismaloya Beach. The boats vary from sleek sailboats to the Marigalante, patterned after Christopher Columbus’ ship, the Santa María, complete with a below-deck museum of relics recalling Columbus’ voyages. (Remember to wear a hat and/or take sunglasses and sunscreen.)

Visitors can also enjoy a full spectrum of "fun runs" from serene sunset cruises to unspoiled beaches to high energy sunset sails with live tropical music, barbecue dinners and games and activities.