Top Costa Rica Scuba Diving

Learn the basics of scuba diving with an introductory course on the Pacific coast of Costa Rica. Depart from Tamarindo, then set out for the Catalina Islands with your scuba guide. Your course covers the essential skills of scuba diving, and you’ll do two dives where you view fish and other marine life. Your tour includes use of scuba equipment, and pickup from select Tamarindo locations.

More than an incredible opportunity for certified divers, this Catalina Islands tour offers a day of relaxation out on the water and the chance to see dolphins, turtles, and more in the wild. Sail from Tamarindo or Langosta to two diving spots known for aquatic life like manta rays and tropical fish, and use the included good-quality diving equipment to explore underwater. Between sites, relax on board with fresh fruit and drinks.

This introductory scuba diving course in Flamingo Beach is a great way for first-time divers to experience the beauty of swimming deep underwater without investing the time and expense into a PADI certification. Get experience using diving equipment and learning essential navigation skills in a pool, and then head to the water to swim up close with tropical fish.

Go scuba diving in Costa Rica in the waters of the Gulf of Papagayo when you visit Playa Hermosa. Choose from several tour options with dive sites that are suited for beginners, certified divers, and advanced divers. For people with more experience, tours to Catalina and Bat Islands are offered.

More than just a fun white-water rafting trip, this tour on the Savegre River includes a fully-narrated drive to the put-in location for an opportunity to learn about local wildlife. Plus, in the middle of running Class II and III rapids with a guide, you stop to visit tucked-away waterfall—chances are you'll be the only people there.

Snorkeling stops, sunshine, and unobstructed views of Costa Rica's shoreline make this sunset catamaran cruise the ideal way to end your day—and the open bar doesn't hurt. Join a friendly crew (as well as dolphins, turtles, and flying fish) to make the most of the day's last rays on this perfectly timed tour, which ends just as the sun sinks below the horizon.

Get your adrenaline pumping on a whitewater rafting trip down the Tenorio River, located in a red-rock canyon in the Guanacaste mountain range. Depart from Tamarindo for a day trip to Costa Rica’s nearby forests, including lunch.

With its cascading waterfalls and abundant wildlife, the Pacuare River is rightfully famous for its natural beauty. Paddle through the river gorge, navigating 52 Class II-IV rapids as you go, on this 12-hour trip from San Jose. Take in views of the tropical rain forest and wildlife such as sloths, parrots, and toucans as you ride the river (and your adrenaline rush) over the course of the day.

Explore Costa Rica on this off-road adventure. Jump on a single, double, or side-by-side ATV that are great for riders of all ages (16 years old is the minimum driving age). A bilingual guide will lead you to a private natural reserve where you'll hike into the rainforest and to a refreshing natural pool where you'll be able to swim. Following that, enjoy a traditional Costa Rican meal. Lockers and towels are available.

At the end of your trip you don’t want to worry about missing your flight due to delayed buses or unreliable taxis. Relax with this private transfer from La Fortuna to San Jose Airport, or hotels in San Jose if you prefer. You can stop en route for a meal break, for the bathroom, or to take pictures of the views.

Experience the thrill of rafting down Costa Rica’s Rio Balsa on this white-water adventure! Following the lead of an experienced guide, you’ll navigate Class II and III rapids as you pass through a lush rain forest landscape. After working up an appetite paddling down the river, enjoy a traditional lunch at a local eatery. Round-trip transport from your La Fortuna hotel is included.

Travel from Liberia Airport to the RIU Guanacaste Hotel in style and comfort: by pre-booking an airport transfer. Your driver will be waiting for you at the airport when you arrive with a private, air-conditioned vehicle reserved for just you and your party to take you directly to your accommodations, comfortably and efficiently.

Max out the adrenaline (and the fun) during this full-day adventure combining a white-water rafting trip and zipline excursion. Zoom through the rain forest canopy during a series of heart-pounding zipline rides, some on cable spans as long as 3,200 feet (980 meters). Then battle the Class II and III rapids of the Balsa River. Lunch, snacks, and rafting gear are all included.

Travel from Guanacaste to the Liberia International Airport in style and comfort, without breaking the bank, by booking a shared transfer service from your hotel. Your driver will pick you up at your hotel and take you and your luggage straight to the airport in a comfortable, air-conditioned mini-van.

Head to La Fortuna, home to the Arenal Volcano, on this guided all-day tour from San Jose. Sit back and relax as you travel through diverse plantations and cattle ranches on the roughly 3.5-hour drive. After arriving, enjoy lunch with a view of the volcano. Then, take a dip in the area’s thermal waters and indulge in an optional massage or other treatment.

Experience the thrill of navigating class III and IV white waters on this adrenaline-pumping tour of the Tenorio River. Get an up-close look at local wildlife as you paddle your way through raging rapids. Ideal for first-timers and experienced travelers alike. After the adrenaline rush, refuel with a Costa Rican lunch before heading back to your hotel.

Las Catalinas Islands off Costa Rica’s Pacific coast are known for their giant manta rays, white tip reef sharks, sea turtles, dolphins, and more — with a little luck, you can even spot humpback whales in the summer months. Swim alongside this bounty of marine life on a 2-dive tour to the islands from Playa Flamingo with a PADI-certified instructor. This tour is only for certified scuba divers.

Experienced divers get a thrill out of this trip to the Catalina Islands. Head out on the water on a comfortable boat and visit two dive sites known for their diversity of wildlife. This tour cuts back on cost by asking that people bring their own equipment, making it a good choice for travelers who came with their gear.

Experience scuba diving without a certification while in Costa Rica. This excursion includes a theory session, practice time with an instructor, and two dives at the Catalina Islands, known as some of the best scuba diving spots in Costa Rica. Choose between a 1- or 2-day option where you’ll be able to practice in a pool the day before heading out on the boat.

Opportunities to see tropical fish, sea turtles, manta rays, and more make your first diving experience extra special on this diving lesson off Costa Rica’s Guanacaste coast. Dive staff teach you the basics and help you suit up before jumping into the water. Tour includes two tank dives, equipment, instruction, and snacks. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included at a small fee.

Explore the rich underwater world of Costa Rica at Caño Island by the comfortability of a Catamaran. The coral reefs and diverse marine life surrounding the island invite for snorkeling and diving. On the island, which is densely populated with tropical rainforest, we take a break at the main beach where the ranger station is located. - The one and only Catamaran Tour in Drake Bay! - inclusive Stand-up-Paddle, water slide, jumping platform and lounging nets - Lunch on board - Minibar with beers and drinks - Small group of maximum 5 divers

Get some thrills when you go bull shark diving off Bat Island in Tamarindo. Your guides will take you to two dive spots to see the sharks, manta rays, and all the other gorgeous sea creatures. You must be PADI certified with an Advanced Open Water Diver or similar certificate, and over 15 years old. This is a full day experience, where lunch and beverages will be taken care of for you.

Have all the fun of scuba diving without investing the time and expense into a PADI certification with a Discover Scuba Diving experience from Playa Flamingo. Learn the basics of scuba diving in a pool the day before or morning of your trip, and then head out to the open ocean near Las Catalinas Islands to dive and swim alongside tropical fish, manta rays, sea horses, and more.