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Rich Coast Diving

Calle Central | Main Street, Playas del Coco 5019, Costa Rica
+506 26700176
Ranked #7 of 21 tours in Playas del Coco
4.5 of 5 stars 63 Reviews
Type: Tours
Owner description: The only PADI 5* IDC center in Guanacaste.We take you diving to encounter sharks, rays and of course the famous Catalina islands to swim with the...... more » Owner description: The only PADI 5* IDC center in Guanacaste.We take you diving to encounter sharks, rays and of course the famous Catalina islands to swim with the giant mantas and the to safe the best for last...Bat islands to seek the adrenaline of the bull sharks encounters!We take our courses serious combined with fun and lots of dives. Join us for any course and we will make sure you feel at home here in Costa Rica where the diving is pristine! « less
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SantiagoDelValle
New Mexico
Senior Reviewer
8 reviews
4 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed February 13, 2012 NEW

I went on a snorkel trip and this was a major mistake. They cater to divers and the 2nd snorkel spot was too rough so I had to stay in the boat and amuse myself. The water clarity is horrible (only 5-10 ft. max) so you almost had to bump into fish to see them. I was the only snorkeler... More

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Ilonawitzenhausen
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
2 reviews
2 of 5 stars Reviewed February 12, 2012 NEW

We (family of 4) booked 3 snorkel trips and 2 dives on 1 boattrip. We were ordered to arrive at the shop at 0730 so that we'd be snorkeling at 0900. We left the school at 0900 after a 1,5 hours wait and fitting the gear. Only after our 6 yr old asked about wetsuites did they give the bodysuite... More

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Jodi R
Calgary
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 9, 2012 NEW

My husband and I came to Playa del Coco to dive and we dove with Rich Coast Diving. Maureen was our dive master and she was awesome (as was the whole crew), she took great care with our equipment with setting it up and even rinsing it & storing it in the shop. Brenda the owner was very helpful when... More

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Aaron B
Kitchener, Canada
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4 reviews
4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 6, 2012

Unreal aquatic species you'll see and the dive team is knowledgeable and accommodating (not to mention beautiful). My first dive so I was a tad uneasy to begin with but they assist you reassure you. A must while vacationing here. More

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Jan M
The Hague, The Netherlands
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 3, 2012

We were very happily surprised by the hospitality and the knowledge of the owners and staff. Personal service, Nice boats with delicieus pineapple and snacks My wife has à soar leg, and Martin gave the extra service of à free pick up from our hotel. We will definately return to take more pictures of the seahorse, clownshrimp and turtles Highlight... More

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Loves2travel1981
San Francisco, California
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 31, 2012

I had a friend that was getting his Dive Master certification at Rich Coast, so I decided to go and visit and get my Open Water Certification. Kris was my dive instructor and he was SOOOO funny! I loved learning how to dive with him. He was loving and patient and when I failed the final test because I'm not... More

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PapaG13
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
1 review
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 27, 2012
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I received my open water dive certification, from this dive shop, which was recommended to me by an experienced diver that lives in Playa del Coco. I am very pleased that she recommended this establishment. The owners, dive instructors & staff are all very Attentive & Friendly. I felt very much at ease while diving & on the boat. I... More

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Anissa1218
Cary, North Carolina
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6 reviews
3 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed January 1, 2012
3
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Two tank dive was just outside of Coco Beach. Owner of company was on the dive boat with us. Boat broke down - took over 2 hours for them to get a boat to come get us - keep in mind we were so close to the shore, some of us joked about swimming in but yet it took 2... More

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npopiela
Chicago
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3 reviews
13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 22, 2011

I visted Rich Coast Diving 11/29 - 11/30 to get my Open Water certification. My instructor, David, was wonderful. He was extremely patient and very knowledgable. During the dives, he pointed out all the various sea life. We saw eels, eagel rays, white tip reef sharks, lobster, sea horse, schools of colorful fish and much more. Needless to say, I... More

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moniquita_11
Ashburn, Virginia
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 5, 2011

Everything about the diving experience was superb starting with the staff. Jesus was our family's dive master and took very good care of the 2 non-experienced divers. He ensured that we had the opportunity to experience the most in a very safe manner. The boat and the captan were also excellent and helped us arrange all the gear. The dive... More

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