TECHNICAL SCUBA DIVING GUANACASTE

UNDER THE SEA DIVING

Guanacaste, Costa Rica, is a premier destination for technical scuba diving, drawing advanced divers from around the globe. The Pacific coast of Guanacaste is renowned for its nutrient-rich, volcanic waters that attract an incredible abundance of large pelagic marine life. The region's unique underwater topography, including volcanic pinnacles, arches, and canyons, creates ideal habitats for a wide range of species. For technical divers, this means opportunities to explore deeper dive sites that are not accessible to recreational divers. The world-famous Bat Islands (Islas Murciélago) and Catalina Islands are prime examples, with strong currents and depths that can reach well over 100 feet. These challenging conditions are precisely what make Guanacaste so rewarding for those with advanced training in technical diving techniques such as decompression and using specialized gas mixes like enriched air nitrox and trimix. Divers can safely navigate these environments to encounter magnificent bull sharks, giant Pacific manta rays, and massive schools of fish that are a hallmark of the area. This focus on "big stuff" and thrilling drift dives makes scuba diving in Guanacaste an exhilarating and unforgettable experience for those with the skills to explore its depths.

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PADI Nitrox (EANx)

Would you like a longer bottom time and a shortened surface interval? If so, this course is for you. Additionally, if you are joining us on any of our dive trips for sharks we highly suggest it due to the depths we will be at. This is one of the most common and widely used PADI Specialties available. This Specialty only has practical skills that need performed along with the required e-learning. No dives are included with this Specialty.

Includes:

• Serving clients from Tamarindo, Playa Flamingo, Potrero, and Playas del Coco depending on your wants/needs.
• One of the most experienced shark dive instructors in the area as a guide.
• Small group of 4 or less.

• Prerequisite: must be minimum
Open Water Certified.
•PADI EANx (Nitrox) Specialty Certification upon successful completion of course.

PADI Nitrox clients finding a bullshark in the pacific waters of Guanacaste Costa Rica

$225.00

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Divers returning from a Deep dive while scuba diving Guanacaste, Costa Rica with Under The Sea Diving

$455.00

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Deep

Explore the thrilling depths of the ocean with the PADI Deep Diver Specialty Course, offered by Under the Sea Diving in the vibrant scuba diving Guanacaste region. Designed for certified divers seeking to venture beyond standard recreational limits, this course equips you with the skills and knowledge to dive safely to depths of up to 40 meters (130 feet). As a cornerstone of the best scuba diving in Costa Rica, this specialty enhances your scuba Guanacaste adventures, allowing you to discover the hidden wonders of under the sea diving in deeper waters.

Includes:

• Serving clients from Tamarindo, Playa Flamingo, Potrero, and Playas del Coco depending on your wants/needs.
• Diving equipment for the day.
• 4 tanks over 2 days
• Hydration (nonalcoholic) and fruits.
• One of the most experienced deep dive instructors in the area as a guide.
• Small group of 4 or less.
• Plentiful shade on boat.

• Prerequisite: must be minimum Adventure diver
• PADI Deep Specialty Certification upon successful completion of course.

Night Dive Specialtiy

Experience the magic of the ocean after dark with the PADI Night Diver Specialty Course, offered by Under the Sea Diving in the stunning scuba diving Guanacaste region. Perfect for certified divers looking to explore the nocturnal underwater world or enhance their night diving skills, this course introduces you to the unique thrills of under the sea diving at night. As part of the best scuba diving in Costa Rica, this specialty combines knowledge development with three exhilarating night dives, adding to your scuba Guanacaste adventures.

Includes:

• Serving clients from Tamarindo, Playa Flamingo, Potrero, and Playas del Coco depending on your wants/needs.
• Diving equipment for the day.
• 3 tanks typically over the course of 2 nights.
• Hydration (nonalcoholic) and fruits.
• One of the most experienced night dive instructors in the area as a guide.
• Small group of 4 or less.
• Plentiful shade on boat.

• Prerequisite: must be minimum
Junior Open Water Certified.
• PADI Night Diver Specialty Certification upon successful completion pf course.

Divers during a night scuba dive in the blackness of the Pacific Ocean off of the coast of Potrero, Guanacaste, Costa Rica

$425.00

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Divers drifting with the waves of the Pacific Ocean next to a coral reef while scuba diving Guanacaste in playa Potrero Costa Rica

$365.00

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Drift

Dive into the exhilarating world of current-driven exploration with the PADI Drift Diver Specialty Course, available at Under the Sea Diving in the stunning Playa Flamingo, Guanacaste region. Tailored for certified divers eager to harness the power of ocean currents, this course teaches you to glide effortlessly through dynamic underwater environments. A thrilling highlight of the best scuba diving in Costa Rica, this program blends theoretical learning with hands-on dives, elevating your scuba Guanacaste experiences and immersing you in the flow of under the sea diving.

Includes:

• Serving clients from Tamarindo, Playa Flamingo, Potrero, and Playas del Coco depending on your wants/needs.
• Diving equipment for the day.
• 2 tanks.
• Hydration (nonalcoholic) and fruits.
• One of the most PADI dive instructors in the area as a guide.
• Small group of 4 or less.
• Plentiful shade on boat.

• Prerequisite: must be minimum
Open Water Certified.
• PADI Drift Specialty Certification upon successful completion of course.

Tec/Rec Sidemount

Dive into a transformative diving experience with the PADI Tec/Rec Sidemount Specialty Course, offered by Under the Sea Diving in the stunning scuba diving Guanacaste region. Designed for certified divers looking to enhance their skills with sidemount configurations, this course bridges recreational and technical diving, offering unparalleled flexibility. A unique highlight of the best scuba diving in Costa Rica, it blends comprehensive theory with practical dives, redefining your scuba Guanacaste adventures and enriching your under the sea diving explorations.

Includes:

• Serving clients fromTamarindo, Playa Flamingo, Potrero, and Playas del Coco depending on your wants/needs.
• Diving equipment for the day.
• 6 tanks over the course of 2 days
• Hydration (nonalcoholic) and fruits.
• One of the most experienced PADI Sidemount dive instructors in the area as a teacher/guide.
• Small group of 4 or less.
• Plentiful shade on boat.

• Prerequisite: must be minimum
Open Water Certified.
• PADI Tec/Rec Sidemount Specialty Certification upon successful completion of course.

Diver in the open waters of the Pacific Ocean doing a sidemount dive above a coral reef structure off the coast of playa Flamingo, Guanacaste, Costa Rica

$525.00

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Divers exploring the wreckage of a ship on the ocean floor of the Pacific during a scuba diving Guanacaste wreck dive.

$625.00

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Wreck

Embark on an adventure into the submerged relics of the sea with the PADI Wreck Diver Specialty Course, offered by Under the Sea Diving in the captivating scuba diving Guanacaste region. Designed for certified divers eager to explore sunken wrecks safely, this course teaches the techniques needed to navigate and dive historic underwater structures. As a thrilling highlight of the best scuba diving in Costa Rica, this specialty combines detailed instruction with practical wreck dives, transforming your scuba Guanacaste experiences into unforgettable under the sea diving journeys through maritime history.
Leaving from Playa del Coco

Includes:

• Serving clients from Tamarindo, Playa Flamingo, Potrero, and Playas del Coco depending on your wants/needs.
• Diving equipment for the day.
• 4 tanks.
• Hydration (nonalcoholic) and fruits.
• One of the most experienced shark dive instructors in the area as a guide.
• Small group of 4 or less.
• Plentiful shade on boat.

• Prerequisite: must be minimum
Adventure diver Certified.
• PADI Wreck Specialty Certification upon successful completion of course.

Peak Performance Buoyancy

Elevate your diving finesse with the PADI Peak Performance Buoyancy Specialty Course, offered by Under the Sea Diving in the captivating scuba diving Guanacaste region. Designed for certified divers seeking to perfect their underwater control, this course teaches you to hover effortlessly and move with precision. As an essential part of the best scuba diving in Costa Rica, this specialty blends concise theory with hands-on dives, enhancing your scuba Guanacaste skills and making every under the sea diving adventure smoother and more sustainable.

Includes:

• Serving clients from Tamarindo, Playa Flamingo, Potrero, and Playas del Coco depending on your wants/needs.
• Diving equipment for the day.
• 2 tanks.
• Hydration (nonalcoholic) and fruits.
• One of the most experienced PADI dive instructors in the area as a teacher/guide.
• Small group of 4 or less.
• Plentiful shade on boat.

• Prerequisite: must be minimum
Junior Open Water Certified.
• PADI Peak Performance Buoyancy Specialty Certification upon successful completion of course.

Divers practicing Peak Performance Buoyancy scuba diving Guanacaste in the clear waters of the Pacific Ocean of Costa Rica

$325.00

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PADI certified instructor showing how to provide Emergency Oxygen to a test dummy near a pool in Playa Potrero, Guanacaste, Costa Rica

$325.00

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Emergency Oxygen Provider

We recommend this Specialty course is taken with either/or PADI Rescue Diver Certification or Emergency First Responder. This course is vital to any serious diver or first responder around water related emergencies. Proper Emergency Oxygen administration is vital for life saving measures as it relates to water emergencies. This course consists of 2 sections: 1) Knowledge Development. 2) Skill Development. This course typically takes 3-4 hours to complete. There is no minimum age requirement for this Specialty but the student must be able to meet all performance requirements.

Includes:

•This course consists of Elearning along with practical classroom work at our dive center located in Potrero. We teach the student how to effectivly administer Emergency Oxygen to a diver in need.
• PADI Emergency Oxygen Provider Specialty Certification upon successful completion of the course.

Search and Recovery

Embark on a mission to locate and retrieve lost treasures with the PADI Search and Recovery Specialty Course, offered by Under the Sea Diving in the captivating scuba diving Guanacaste region. Designed for certified divers eager to master the skills of underwater search and recovery, this course equips you to find and safely recover objects in diverse underwater environments. As a unique feature of the best scuba diving in Costa Rica, this specialty combines practical training with strategic dives, enhancing your scuba Guanacaste adventures and adding purpose to your under the sea diving experiences.

Includes:

• Serving clients from Tamarindo, Playa Flamingo, Potrero, and Playas del Coco depending on your wants/needs.
• Diving equipment for the day.
• 4 tanks.
• Hydration (nonalcoholic) and fruits.
• One of the most experienced PADI dive instructors in the area as a guide.
• Small group of 4 or less.
• Plentiful shade on boat.

• Prerequisite: must be minimum 12 years old
Junior Open Water Certified.
• PADI Search and Recovery Specialty Certification upon successful completion of the course.

Diver and instructor finding hidden treasure while scuba diving Guanacaste in the Pacific waters of Costa Rica with Under The Sea Diving

$565.00

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Diver perfroming a delayed surface marker buoy dive off of the coast of playa Flamingo, Guanacaste, Costa Rica

$325.00

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Delayed Surface Marker Buoy

Take your diving safety to the next level with the PADI Delayed Surface Marker Buoy (DSMB) Diver Specialty Course, offered by Under the Sea Diving in the stunning scuba diving Guanacaste region. Tailored for certified divers aiming to enhance their ascent and signaling skills, this course focuses on mastering the deployment of DSMBs to ensure safer, more visible dives. As a key element of the best scuba diving in Costa Rica, this specialty blends concise instruction with practical dives, elevating your scuba Guanacaste proficiency and adding confidence to your under the sea diving adventures

Includes:

• Serving clients from Tamarindo, Playa Flamingo, Potrero, and Playas del Coco depending on your wants/needs.
• Diving equipment for the day.
• 2 tanks.
• Hydration (nonalcoholic) and fruits.
• One of the most experienced PADI dive instructors in the area as a guide.
• Small group of 4 or less.
• Plentiful shade on boat.

• Prerequisite: must be minimum
Junior Open Water Certified.
• PADI Delayed Surface Marker Buoy Specialty Certification upon successful completion of the course.

Boat

Set sail for unforgettable underwater adventures with the PADI Boat Diver Specialty Course, offered by Under the Sea Diving in the stunning scuba diving Guanacaste region. Designed for certified divers looking to master the skills of diving from boats, this course teaches you to navigate vessel-based dives with confidence and safety. As a key component of the best scuba diving in Costa Rica, this specialty combines practical training with boat-based dives, enhancing your scuba Guanacaste skills and enriching your under the sea diving experiences.

Includes:

• Departing from Tamarindo, Playa Flamingo, Potrero, or Playas del Coco depending on your wants/needs.
• Diving equipment for the day.
• 2 tanks.
• Hydration (nonalcoholic) and fruits.
• One of the most experienced PADI dive instructors in the area as a guide.
• Small group of 4 or less.
• Plentiful shade on boat.

• Prerequisite: must be minimum
Junior Open Water Certified.
• PADI Boat Diver Specialty Certification upon successful completion of course.

Diver jumping from a boat practicing exiting a boat for a scuba diving Guanacaste tour in Playas Del Coco, Guanacaste, Costa Rica

$325.00

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Diver training with a DPV scooter while scuba diving in the Pacific waters of Guanacaste, Costa Rica

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at $265.00
for 2 dives

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Diver Propulsion Vehicle (DPV)

Experience the Thrill of a DPV Tour! Take your underwater adventure to the next level with our Diver Propulsion Vehicle (DPV) Tour! Glide effortlessly through the ocean, covering more ground and exploring vibrant reefs, wrecks, and marine life like never before.
Our DPVs, also known as underwater scooters, provide an exhilarating way to navigate the underwater world while conserving energy, perfect for divers seeking a unique and exciting experience.

Tour Highlights and Prerequisites:

•Explore 2 expansive dive sites with ease and speed.
• Encounter marine life up close in their natural habitat.
• Enjoy a guided tour led by our expert instructors.
• Suitable for small groups, ensuring a personalized adventure.

To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience, participants must meet the following requirements:

•Be at least 16 years old (minors require parental consent).
• Have logged at least 10 dives (proof of dive log may be requested).
• Be comfortable with basic buoyancy control and underwater navigation.
• Complete a brief DPV orientation session (provided on-site prior to the tour).
• Good physical health (a medical questionnaire must be completed; certain conditions may require a physician’s approval).
Ready to zip through the ocean depths? Book your DPV Tour today and dive into an unforgettable adventure!
• PADI DPV Specialty Certification upon successful completion of course.

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TECHNICAL SCUBA DIVING GUANACASTE

UNDER THE SEA DIVING

PADI Nitrox (EANx)

Deep

Night Dive Specialtiy

Drift

Tec/Rec Sidemount

Wreck

Peak Performance Buoyancy

Emergency Oxygen Provider

Search and Recovery

Delayed Surface Marker Buoy

Boat

Diver Propulsion Vehicle (DPV)

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