Tamarindo
I’ve gathered the dive shops running trips to the Catalina Islands, volcanic rocks where this coast’s diving gets serious. Expect big animals over rocky pinnacles rather than coral gardens, mainly giant Pacific mantas and white-tip reef sharks. Briefings here stress hands off and plenty of room; mantas show most reliably December through April.
Take the plunge into the mysterious depths of the Catalina Islands, where certified divers will encounter awe-inspiring sights and thrilling underwater adventures.
Most Popular★ 5.0“When I first booked the dive I considered canceling since the dive center was very far from my hotel, but the online reviews convinced me otherwise. Turned out it was the best dive ever and totally worth the trip down to Tamarindo, even though this…”
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381 reviews7 hours (approx.)From $165.00
Fascinate your senses as you plunge into the mysterious depths of the ocean, where hidden wonders await in the 'Try Scuba Diving / Basic Diver' tour in Costa Rica.
★ 5.0“My friend and I opted to go for our first try with TamaDive and we were very pleasantly surprised about the whole experience. Franko was in contact with me beforehand to explain things, give us access to the diving app, theory information, and answer any…”
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207 reviews7 hours (approx.)From $195.00
Embark on a thrilling underwater adventure with the Catalina Island Diving Tour from Tamarindo and Langosta, where you'll discover a hidden paradise beneath the waves.
★ 5.0“This was an amazing experience and really cool crew. Would definitely do it again. They have peanuts!”
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117 reviews5 hours (approx.)From $152.00
Fascinate your senses with the SSI/PADI Open Water Diver Course in Costa Rica, where underwater wonders await.
★ 5.0“The folks at TamaDive are a wealth of knowledge and fun. Instructor Miguel especially instills the level of confidence and understanding to make the feat of diving much more enjoyable and safe. The staff go above and beyond each day with planning and looking for…”
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40 reviews3 days (approx.)From $705.00
Keen to uncover the hidden treasures of the Catalina Islands' depths?
★ 4.5“Imagine seeing turtles, sting rays, and sharks. The whole cast of finding Nemo floating above and below you while you float weightlessly like your in space. Absolutely incredible!”
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34 reviews5 hours (approx.)From $195.00
Yearning for an unforgettable underwater experience?
★ 5.0“Our guides were amazing. We saw so much. They picked us up and dropped us off as well. Mothers and daughters spring break.”
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22 reviews7 hours (approx.)From $98.00
Begin your underwater adventure with an Open Water Diver Certification (OWD) and dive into a world of mysteries waiting to be explored.
★ 5.0“My wife and I experienced the best training and preparation for diving, better then we did at 2 American dive shops. The entire staff are extremely patient when working with older couples. We had such a wonderful time diving around the Catalina and Sombrero islands.”
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12 reviewsFrom $703.59
Wander into the depths of the ocean's secrets with the SSI/PADI Advanced Adventurer Diver Course, where new skills and challenges await those brave enough to dive in.
★ 5.0“My husband and I just spent a couple of days diving with TamaDive and enjoyed it a lot! While my husband did his Advanced Open Water, I joined him and Remo for most of the dives. Remo is a great teacher and guide :) The…”
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6 reviewsFrom $705.00
Prepare for an exhilarating underwater adventure in Tamarindo with the Advanced Open Water certification, where mystery and exploration await!
★ 3.5“I am so thankful for Tamarindo Diving for teaching me how to dive so I can acquire certification. Davide, Andy, and Isa were all so kind and helped to soothe any nerves I had. Andy and Isa my in water teachers helped me to become…”
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3 reviewsFrom $653.54
Safeguard your dives with the SSI Diver Stress & Rescue Course, where you'll learn crucial skills for handling underwater emergencies and supporting fellow divers.
★ 5.0“Perfect experience doing Rescue class and fun dives with Tamadive. Attentive and experienced instructor, excellent equipment, good dive sites and a lot of fun along the way. Highly recommended!”
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2 reviewsFrom $705.00
Surf town first, party town second; Tamarindo is my base for Guanacaste's beaches, volcanoes and boat days.