<h2>What to Expect from Watersports</h2><h3>Parasailing in Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica</h3>Imagine soaring 600 feet above the Pacific Ocean, floating over the bright green treetops that wash away into emerald waters? You see Manuel Antonio in all its glory from an unforgettable angle. You are parasailing in Costa Rica!&nbsp;Parasailing is an activity where you’re attached to a canopy wing that looks like a parachute. You get to look at Manuel Antonio from a bird's eye view.First time parasailer? Not to worry! Grab a friend or go it alone. First, you’ll have a safety lesson and harness up for safety. Then, after a quick count of one, two, three, you take just a few steps and then find yourself flying. The bird’s eye view is stunning. This activity is so relaxing.&nbsp;It’s also easy. Children 7-years-old and up can ride alone. Younger kids go with an adult.&nbsp;The run lasts about 25-minutes, and then you’re lowered down slowly to make a soft landing in the refreshing water.&nbsp;&nbsp;<h3>Jet Skiing in Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica</h3>Not sure about being up that high? Jet skiing might be more your speed—zip around on one, following the Manuel Antonio coastline. You can choose to pilot solo or grab a friend and ride together.&nbsp;There’s a short lesson about safety and how to use the jet ski, and then you’re off hitting the waves. You quickly get the hang of balance and coordination.&nbsp;You’ll want to go pretty far out to have a ton of space to explore and have fun.&nbsp;Make the adventure your own. Slowly seek the bliss of soaring over the waves, taking in views of the palm trees and national park and the smell of the sea, or put some speed into it and let yourself feel the adrenaline rush.&nbsp;Keep an eye out for dolphins, turtles, and whales. If you see one, you can stop and take some pictures but be sure to keep some distance, so you don’t disturb them.&nbsp;This activity is excellent for all levels and ages five and up. You must be at least 18 to drive the jet ski. Kids can ride with an adult.&nbsp;Jet skis can be taken out for 30-minute or 60-minute tours in Manuel Antonio and other parts of Costa Rica.&nbsp;<h3>Water Skiing in Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica</h3>Another fun surface-level water sports option is water skiing. It’s an exciting way to ride the warm Pacific waves just off the coastline of Manuel Antonio. This 30-minute or 60-minute ride through the waves is available for first-timers and can be made more challenging for those with experience. In either case, it’s not exactly easy. It’s a workout but a fun one. It may take a minute to get the hang of it, but water skiers laugh and smile once it clicks. Worst case scenario, you fall into tropical water and try again. Again, make sure someone is taking pictures for you.&nbsp;&nbsp;<h3>Wakeboarding in Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica</h3>Wakeboarding is another fun choice that can accommodate any skill level. So whether you’re taking up wakeboarding for the first time on this trip to Costa Rica or are a pro at carving up the waves in a tropical setting, going for a spin in the Pacific is fun and memorable.&nbsp;A wakeboard is a shortboard with foot bindings. The rider is towed by a boat and might try some midair tricks. It’s like a combination between water skiing, snowboarding, and surfing.After any of these activities, we recommend you stay on the beach a while and use the complimentary boogie boards.&nbsp;&nbsp;<h2>FAQs about Watersports</h2><ul><li>What are popular water sports in Manuel Antonio? Jet Skiing is the most popular water sport in Manuel Antonio, followed by parasailing. Wakeboarding and waterskiing have been gaining popularity lately.</li><li>Who are watersports for? Watersports are a thrill for the adventurous of all ages.</li><li>How long do you jet ski in Costa Rica? Jet ski tours usually last 30-minutes or 60-minutes. We recommend going with a friend and taking turns operating the jet ski.</li><li>Why choose Manuel Antonio for your watersports adventure? The perfect weather, warm waters, soft waves, and spectacular views make Manuel Antonio an ideal spot for watersports in Costa Rica.</li></ul>

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Hermosa Beach, Jaco

Playa Hermosa (Jaco)

Fly Fishing in Costa Rica: Arenal Volcano and Quepos

Fly Fishing Costa Rica

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Marlin and Tarpon Fishing Combo: Tortuguero and Quepos

Marlin and Tarpon Fishing Combo

Deep Sea Fishing in Costa Rica: Puerto Jiménez and Quepos

Deep Sea Fishing Costa Rica

Ultimate Fishing Trip of Costa Rica: Best of Caribbean & Pacific Coastlines

Ultimate Fishing Trip of Costa Rica

Best of Costa Rica Fishing: Visit Arenal Volcano, Jaco, and Quepos

Best of Costa Rica Fishing

Fishing the South Pacific Sea: Drake Bay, Osa Peninsula and Quepos

Fishing the South Pacific 

Lavish Costa Rica: Upala and Papagayo

Lavish Costa Rica

Luxurious Leisure: La Paz Cloud Forest and Papagayo

Luxurious Leisure

Cloud Forest

'Less than an Hour from the Airport' Combo: Rincon de la Vieja Volcano and Papagayo

'Less than an Hour from the Airport' Combo

Rags to Riches Fishing: Best of Arenal Volcano and Papagayo

Rags to Riches Fishing

Costa Rica Dreamin': Manuel Antonio and Papagayo

Costa Rica Dreamin'

Into the Blue: Drake Bay & Papagayo Diving Getaway

Into the Blue

Swanky Costa Rica: Rio Celeste and Papagayo

Swanky Costa Rica

Tarpon and Beach Fishing Adventure: Best of Tortuguero and Papagayo

Tarpon and Beach Fishing Adventure

Above and Beyond: San Isidro and Papagayo Peninsula

Above and Beyond

Monteverde and Papagayo

In the Lap of Luxury: Bajos del Toro Cloud Forest and Papagayo Peninsula

In the Lap of Luxury

Adventure in the Tropics; Bagaces and Papagayo

Adventure in the Tropics

Finding Nemo! Diving in Uvita and the Papagayo Peninsula

Finding Nemo!

Recharge, Renew, Reset: Papagayo and Puerto Jiménez

Recharge, Renew, Reset

A Week at the Beach: Flamingo Beach and Papagayo

A Week at the Beach

Exotic Luxury: Pacuare and Papagayo

Exotic Luxury

Nature Expedition: Tortuguero, Manuel Antonio & Drake Bay

Nature Expedition

Take a Hike: San Gerardo de Dota and Manuel Antonio

Take a Hike

Hermosa Beach and Manuel Antonio

San Isidro and Manuel Antonio

Playa Conchal and Manuel Antonio

San Ramón and Manuel Antonio

Best Central Pacific Fishing Adventure: Manuel Antonio and Los Sueños

Central Pacific Fishing Adventure

Manuel Antonio and Tamarindo

Tropical Breeze: Uvita and Manuel Antonio

Tropical Breeze

Destination: Paradise: Visit Eco Lodge in Upala and Manuel Antonio

Destination: Paradise

Isla Chiquita and Manuel Antonio

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'Pura Vida' Beach Vibe: Manuel Antonio and Playa Panamá

'Pura Vida' Beach Vibe

Savegre Valley and Manuel Antonio

Arenal Volcano and Manuel Antonio

Jungle and Beach Expedition: Arenal Volcano, Monteverde and Manuel Antonio

Jungle and Beach Expedition

Coco Beach and Manuel Antonio

Flamingo Beach and Manuel Antonio

Jungle Ride: Rio Perdido and Manuel Antonio

Jungle Ride

Relax and Unwind: Manuel Antonio and Nosara

Relax and Unwind

Costa Rica Food Trail: San José and Manuel Antonio

Costa Rica Food Trail

Pacuare and Manuel Antonio

Manuel Antonio and Santa Teresa

Tenorio Volcano & Rio Celeste and Manuel Antonio

Rio Celeste and Manuel Antonio

Las Catalinas and Manuel Antonio

Coast to Coast Adventure: Puerto Viejo and Manuel Antonio

Coast to Coast Adventure

Waterfall Valley: Bajos del Toro and Manuel Antonio

Waterfall Valley and Manuel Antonio

Untamed Adventure: Tortuguero, Manuel Antonio & Corcovado National Park

Untamed Adventure

Puerto Jiménez and Manuel Antonio

Endless Beach Fun: Manuel Antonio & Jaco

Endless Beach Fun

Rainforest Offshore Fishing Adventure: Drake Bay, Osa Peninsula & Manuel Antonio

Rainforest Offshore Fishing Adventure

Monteverde and Manuel Antonio

Cloud Forest & Beach Vibes: La Paz and Manuel Antonio

Cloud Forest & Beach Vibes

Tarpon and Marlin Adventure: Tortuguero and Manuel Antonio Fishing Trip

Tarpon and Marlin Adventure

Infinity Pools... And Beyond! San Isidro and Las Catalinas

Infinity Pools... And Beyond!

Waterfalls and Sandy Beaches: Bajos del Toro and Las Catalinas

Waterfalls and Sandy Beaches

Dare to Dream: Pacuare River and Las Catalinas

Dare to Dream

Royal Slothcation: Conchal Beach and Las Catalinas

Royal Slothcation

Costa Rica Family Classic: Arenal Volcano & Las Catalinas

Costa Rica Family Classic

Secluded Costa Rica: Upala and Las Catalinas

Secluded Costa Rica

Guanacaste Getaway: Rio Perdido and Las Catalinas

Guanacaste Adventure & Beach Combo

Flamingo Beach and Las Catalinas

Monteverde and Las Catalinas

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