Hygiene and Sanitation Measures to Reduce Risks of COVID-19 (Updated June 2022)
Below are the preventive measures we have implemented to reduce the risk of COVID-19 in the operations of Bahía Aventuras. The measures taken are based on the guidelines posted by the Costa Rican Tourism Board (ICT), as well as the guidelines established by the Marino Ballena National Park.
COVID Preventive Measures in Operations Center:
- Before the entry of collaborators and customers, floors, door handles, sanitary services, dispensers, chairs and tables are disinfected
- Station for hand washing at the entrance to the operations center
COVID Preventive Measures on Boats and Marine Tours:
- Separate container for proper handling of hazardous wastes and gloves protecting personnel
- Disinfect seats,snorkeling equipment,lifejackets , handrails and roof before each tour and deep washing after each tour
- On board, disinfectant/hand sanitizer will be available for the hands of customers and crew
- The meals for the tours will be individually sealed after placed in disinfected containers
- Snorkeling masks are replaced by clean ones in case of more than one snorkeling session.(apply only for snorkeling tours )
COVID Preventive Measures for hiking Tours:
- Guided walks are carried out with a maximum of 10 people plus a guide
- The guide will carry a container with alcohol to spray his hands and those of the clients
- Only the guide should manipulate the telescope and its base and disinfect it with alcohol before using it
- Gloves should be used to set up the lunch table as well as to handle food
IMPORTANT NOTE: Wearing a a covid mask is not mandatory in Costa Rica since May 11,2022 but the guide will give all clients the option to choose whether or not they want to wear the mask during the boat tour.
