With alluring destinations like Cano Island in Corcovado, and Catalina and Bat Islands off the coast of Guanacaste, it's no wonder so many visitors flock to the shores of Costa Rica to don their scuba gear and explore the underwater world. 

Ocotal Scuba Diving Resort & Hotel is considered one of the best scuba diving destinations in the world. In addition to its privileged location with panoramic views of the Gulf of Papagayo, services offered by Ocotal include PADI scuba diving certifications and PADI scuba diving courses, not to mention incredible scuba diving expeditions featuring daily dives to Catalina and Bat Islands.  On the ride to Catalina and Bat, keep your eyes on the horizon.  You may be visited by turtles, dolphins, rays, and, occasionally, humpback whales leaping from the water. While underwater, expect to see moray eels, jacks, snappers, grunts, wrasses, parrot fish, angel fish, porcupine fish, scorpion fish, puffers, barracuda, tuna, eagle rays, devil rays, stingrays, manta rays, sea turtles, and sharks.

The Manuel Antonio coastline, with its 12 islands, provides numerous dive sites.  Most dives are between 35 and 60 feet, though deeper sites for more experienced divers are available.  You will see volcanic rock formations with various hard and soft corals.  The Pacific has an abundant marine life with schools of snapper and jacks, plus white tip reef sharks, angel fish, moorish idols, parrotfish, puffer fish, octopi, eel, crustaceans, sea turtles, and, in season, the giant manta ray.  During your surface interval, you can enjoy the beautiful views of the Manuel Antonio National Park coastline. 

Rich marine life makes Cano Island, off the coast of Corcovado, a unique diving destination.  Experienced divers have referred to Cano as Costa Rica's second diving spot, behind the exclusive Coco Island.  Other exciting scuba diving adventures in Costa Rica can be found off the shores of Tamarindo, Conchal and Langosta.

We work with the most experienced, reputable, safety-oriented Costa Rica scuba diving companies in the country.  All tours feature multilingual, certified PADI/TDI Nitrox dive masters, modern dive boats with state-of-the-art equipment and small groups for your dive.  Night dives and complete dive packages are available.

Ranging anywhere from a few hours to a few days, scuba diving in Costa Rica is a fun, safe, unforgettable adventure in nature.  All equipment and safety training are included with your tour.  Your fun, informative guide will work hard to make sure your Costa Rica scuba diving adventure surpasses your expectations. 

Whether you're a seasoned scuba diver or about to embark on your first dive, we'll work with you to make your Costa Rica scuba diving vacation everything you dreamed of.  Contact us for your free quote on a customized Costa Rica scuba diving vacation catered to your abilities and preferences.  We can design multi-day packages with stays at top Costa Rica hotels and resorts or more economical accommodations in offbeat hideaways.  Please call our scuba diving in Costa Rica experts toll free at (800) 309-6118 or email us at scuba@costaricaonlinetravel.com to start planning your scuba diving vacation.