Certified Scuba Diving Playa del Coco, Papagayo

(Guanacaste Scuba Diving the Best Dive Sites in the Gulf of Papagayo from Playa del Coco)

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Tour Description

If you are a certified diver staying in Guanacaste's northern coastal destination of Papagayo, you are in luck. There is a wealth of amazing diving opportunities just a short boat ride from Playa del Coco beach. Scuba dive 2 amazing dive spots or choose to extend your day with a 3rd tank dive. We guaranteed that your Costa Rica scuba diving trip in Guanacaste will be a memorable part of our vacation.

Marine Life in Guanacaste's Gulf of Papagayo

The Local dive sites around the Playa Del Coco offer up close encounters with many different types of Marine wildlife. You will encounter white tip reef sharks, giant schools of grunt, yellowtails, spotted eagle rays, turtles, stingrays, angel fish, octopus, sea horses, starfish, frog fish and many different species of eels. Whale sharks up to 35 feet long have been sighted on numerous occasions, as well as, spinner dolphins, humpback whales, pilot whales, orcas, false killer whales and schools containing hundreds of mobiles and thousands of cow-nosed rays.

Local Dive Sites in the Gulf of Papagayo

There are several amazing dive sites in Playa del Coco. Most are only a short 10 minute boat ride away. Each dive site varies in depth and variety of rocky coves, coral reef and marine life you can encounter. Some dive sites are great for all diving levels, and a few are limited to advanced divers only. For a little more information on the best Guanacaste dive sites in Papagayo, click on the tabs below for a more complete description of some of the local favorites.

Book With the Best Dive Shop in Papagayo!

The dive shop we work with is a PADI 5* Career Development Center in Playa del Coco. That means they not only offer diving trips, but PADI scuba training for all levels. Your divemaster is probably training a future divemaster, so you know you are in good hands. And when you book your Costa Rica tours with The Real Deal Tours, you know you are getting the best deals in Papagayo too. So what are you waiting for? Book your local scuba diving in Playa del Coco, Guanacaste today!

Local Dive Sites in Papagayo

Estudiantes Tortuga Sorpresa Argentina

“Students” in Spanish. This dive site in the Gulf of Papagayo, Costa Rica, was named after its frequent use as a training site for PADI courses. The site has a shallow depth and a broad sandy area, making it perfect for training exercises. In addition to its training potential, divers can observe a diverse range of marine life around the rocks and pinnacles. Here divers of all skill levels can find white tip reef sharks, rays, pufferfish, schools or brightly colored tropical fish, and critters like spider crabs and the gorgeous harlequin shrimp!
Tortuga is a two-rock diving site in the Gulf of Papagayo, with a channel separating them at a depth of 12 meters. While both rocks can be explored in one dive, many divers prefer to dedicate an entire dive to one of the rocks for a more relaxed experience. The deeper rock has a small wreck at a depth of 19-21 meters. The dive site is home to an extensive range of marine life, such as white tip reef sharks, nurse sharks, various species of rays and eels, and a variety of colorful reef fish. Tortuga is an excellent dive spot for both beginner and advanced PADI divers.
“Surprise” in English. This is a deep dive suitable only for PADI advanced divers due to its depth. However, it is easily one of the best dive sites in the Gulf of Papagayo. Sorpresa is a deep pinnacle surrounded by sandy bottom. Divers can observe a diverse array of marine life, including white tip reef sharks, different species of rays, reef fish, schools of pelagic, and small critters such as nudibranchs. The pinnacle's peak has beautiful soft corals, adding to the site's allure.
Argentina is one of the Gulf of Papagayo's top diving sites for all skill levels. Better yet, it’s just a 15-minute boat ride from Playas del Coco. The site's rocky pinnacles are surrounded by a sloping sandy bottom. Both beginner and advanced divers can enjoy exploring the site. Argentina is home to a diverse range of marine life. Here you can find white tip reef sharks, different species of rays, and an abundance of reef fish. The site's shallow areas are particularly rich in brightly colored reef fish.

Certified Scuba Diving Playa del Coco, Papagayo Details

Local Scuba Diving Papagayo Includes:

* Bilingual PADI Divemaster guide per every 4 to 5 divers
* Shaded dive boat with plenty of dry space on board
* Tanks & weights*
* Visit to 2 or 3 dive sites chosen by the captain according to the marine conditions of the day
* Refreshments (Water, iced tea, fruit and cookies)
* All taxes included

Departures: Our local 2 & 3 tank dives depart from Playa del Coco daily at 7:30 am. However if you have not passed by the dive shop the day prior to present your dive certificate and get fitted, you will need to be there at least 30 minutes prior. Times vary with tides, so complete meeting instructions will be provided with your voucher via email within 24 hours of the time you make your booking.

Length: Approximately 5 hours depending on the number of dive sites you visit.

Local Scuba Diving Papagayo Recommendations:

* Scuba certification
* Swimsuit & towel
* Eco friendly sunblock, sun hat, or UV protective clothing
* Camera
* Cash for tour payment, tips for your divemaster & any extra services

Children: Minimum age is 13 and children pay the same price as an adult.

Restrictions: You must be in good physical health and complete the PADI Diver Medical Questionnaire to be able to participate in any local diving trips in Papagayo.

Important Note about our Local Scuba Diving Trips: If you have not been scuba diving in the past year, we recommend a Refresher Course before participating in any Papagayo scuba diving trips. If you plan to scuba dive Catalina Islands, you will need to first book this local scuba diving trip so our divemaster can assess your diving skills first.

* Diving Equipment Note: A complete diving equipment rental is available for an additional $30.

It is a good idea to come by the shop the day before to get fitted for equipment and check on conditions. This PADI 5 Star facility is authorized to certify all levels and dive programs. Just contact us and we can provide a quote.

** PLEASE NOTE: Due to the strictly enforced sales tax law that has been introduced in Costa Rica, sales tax may be added to the final payment made to the operator. Sales tax is already included in the deposit amount.

About Your Online Reservation: Booking online does not guarantee that spaces are available and your reservation is confirmed. Our reservation offices are open from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm CST daily and we do our best to confirm your reservation and send your confirmed voucher with meeting instructions within 24 hours. If you are booking a tour in less than 24 hours in advance, we recommend you contact us to check availability for you.

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Pricing

2 Tanks Dive:

Retail: ~~$95.00~~

The Real Deal: $92.00

3 Tanks Dive:

Retail: ~~$135.00~~

The Real Deal: $132.00

Certified Scuba Diving Playa del Coco, Papagayo deposit is $10.00 per Two Tanks and $10.00 per Three Tanks.
(The balance of $82.00 per Two Tanks and $122.00 per Three Tanks in cash must be paid the day of the tour)

This tour departs at 7:30 am.

Add Full Scuba Gear Equipment Rental For $30 USD

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Certified Scuba Diving Playa del Coco, Papagayo

(Guanacaste Scuba Diving the Best Dive Sites in the Gulf of Papagayo from Playa del Coco)

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Local Dive Sites in Papagayo

Certified Scuba Diving Playa del Coco, Papagayo Details

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