Costa Rica Dive and Surf
Costa Rica Dive and Surf
Costa Rica Dive and Surf
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Scuba & SnorkellingSurfing & WindsurfingBoat ToursDolphin & Whale WatchingNature & Wildlife Tours
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Diving Center with 13 years of experience Diving and Snorkeling at Caño Island and Marino Ballena State Park. Padi Diving Courses from Open Water to Divemaster. Surf School and Surf Board Rentals.
Dominical, Costa Rica
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KazzyRuth
Bournemouth, UK26 contributions
Feb 2020
We had a fantastic experience with Costa rica Dive and Surf. They are extremely professional but great fun, and we were greeted with warmth. From the moment we arrived we were very well looked after with plenty of information, coffee, juice, banana cake (yum). It was clear that these guys are very passionate about what they do and we loved their attitude. They love the waters that the dive in and are very connected with the life that resides there. we did a trip to Canos Island and the diving there was very special indeed. If you are diving in Costa Rica, definitely look these guys up. If you are staying in manuel antonio it is 100% worth the drive down here - we hired a car and it is a very easy and safe drive of just over an hour but so worth it. Highly recommend these guys - just wish we could have dived with them more!!
Written February 15, 2020
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nancy a
2 contributions
Mar 2020 • Friends
As a former dive shop owner and operator in Bermuda, I was pleased with this shop and staff. They did not ask to see my C card, but I thought they asked all other right questions. They are organized and friendly, and they work well as a team and with their guests.
I don’t know if our trip was on a day with extreme sea conditions for that area, but I knew there were good sized swells running. Boarding and exiting the boat from shore were quite an experience and not for the faint of heart. Short of building a pier (which is prohibited in the country), I don’t know of any suggestions for improvement. Just be prepared for less than a piece of cake entry and exit, if the surf is active. Fortunately, the staff is expert at keeping everyone safe.
I shout out an FYI, for those connoisseurs of lavish cuisine. Lunch was fruit and cookies, with juice or water. It was delicious—fresh pineapple and watermelon with fabulous ginger lemonade and a small package of yummy cookies. It was not, however, lunch. Annie and I were starving when we returned.
Annie is a snorkeler, and I am a diver. Annie was treated kindly and loved the trip. I, also, was treated kindly and loved the trip. At 73, I knew I would have difficulty that others would not, but I had no idea just how much I would have to rely on this amazing and professional staff. My balance, flexibility, and attention to detail are not what they once were. I consider myself an excellent diver, (hundreds of dives behind me), but my skills above water lacked much to be desired. Mauricio, my guide, was patient and professional beyond belief with my clumsiness, awkwardness and stupidity. I will remember him above all when I think of my trip to lovely Costa Rica.
The dives were a little less than I expected. Visibility and corals were only average, but the sea life was lovely, including turtles, rays, sharks, eels, parrotfish, angelfish, and many more.
I highly recommend this dive shop to beginning as well as seasoned divers. If Mauricio will have me back, I would dive again with him in a New York minute😀
I don’t know if our trip was on a day with extreme sea conditions for that area, but I knew there were good sized swells running. Boarding and exiting the boat from shore were quite an experience and not for the faint of heart. Short of building a pier (which is prohibited in the country), I don’t know of any suggestions for improvement. Just be prepared for less than a piece of cake entry and exit, if the surf is active. Fortunately, the staff is expert at keeping everyone safe.
I shout out an FYI, for those connoisseurs of lavish cuisine. Lunch was fruit and cookies, with juice or water. It was delicious—fresh pineapple and watermelon with fabulous ginger lemonade and a small package of yummy cookies. It was not, however, lunch. Annie and I were starving when we returned.
Annie is a snorkeler, and I am a diver. Annie was treated kindly and loved the trip. I, also, was treated kindly and loved the trip. At 73, I knew I would have difficulty that others would not, but I had no idea just how much I would have to rely on this amazing and professional staff. My balance, flexibility, and attention to detail are not what they once were. I consider myself an excellent diver, (hundreds of dives behind me), but my skills above water lacked much to be desired. Mauricio, my guide, was patient and professional beyond belief with my clumsiness, awkwardness and stupidity. I will remember him above all when I think of my trip to lovely Costa Rica.
The dives were a little less than I expected. Visibility and corals were only average, but the sea life was lovely, including turtles, rays, sharks, eels, parrotfish, angelfish, and many more.
I highly recommend this dive shop to beginning as well as seasoned divers. If Mauricio will have me back, I would dive again with him in a New York minute😀
Written March 21, 2020
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Bill S
2 contributions
Aug 2021
Wow! What a great experience!
My son Gabe and I took the intro diving lesson in a pool with AJ. Really clear and friendly instruction. Got us prepared for the next day's boat trip to Cano Island.
We had a small group led by Bastian (spelling?) who was soooo helpful. I had difficulty on the first dive having my ears acclimate to the change in pressure. I think he struck a perfect balance with prioritizing safety and trying to help me have a great experience if that was possible. I think in a timely way he encouraged me to surface after a few attempts. But he then invited me to try again on the second dive and left the boat with me 10 minutes ahead of the group to see if I could take my time and acclimate. The second try worked! I just have to emphasize how expertly and caringly this instructor help make this happen for me. We got to see sharks, puffer fish, stingrays, and many other fish that I don't know. A huge spectacle occurred on the boat ride back. We got to witness a male humpback pod apparently competing with each other by spouting and also breeching in an incredible and close up experience. Truly amazing! I highly recommend Costa Rica Dive and Surf.
My son Gabe and I took the intro diving lesson in a pool with AJ. Really clear and friendly instruction. Got us prepared for the next day's boat trip to Cano Island.
We had a small group led by Bastian (spelling?) who was soooo helpful. I had difficulty on the first dive having my ears acclimate to the change in pressure. I think he struck a perfect balance with prioritizing safety and trying to help me have a great experience if that was possible. I think in a timely way he encouraged me to surface after a few attempts. But he then invited me to try again on the second dive and left the boat with me 10 minutes ahead of the group to see if I could take my time and acclimate. The second try worked! I just have to emphasize how expertly and caringly this instructor help make this happen for me. We got to see sharks, puffer fish, stingrays, and many other fish that I don't know. A huge spectacle occurred on the boat ride back. We got to witness a male humpback pod apparently competing with each other by spouting and also breeching in an incredible and close up experience. Truly amazing! I highly recommend Costa Rica Dive and Surf.
Written August 23, 2021
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Meghan J
14 contributions
Mar 2020
This was my favorite snorkel location in the world. We easily saw fish, sharks, dolphins, eels, and sea turtles on a beautiful, sunny day. The water is shallow and clear, and Micheal helped us to find all the wildlife. The snack of fruit and the lunch were both fresh, delicious, and vegetarian friendly. We would 10/10 recommend this trip to anyone visiting Dominical. Just make sure you book in advance, as we had a hard time going the next day (but they made it work!). Only a certain number of people are allowed to visit Cano Island everyday.
Written March 23, 2020
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Lisa M
5 contributions
Feb 2020
This was hands down the best dive I have done to date. Costa Rica Dive and Surf has wonderful crew members who are very helpful, knowledgeable, professional but still fun. Their system for getting everyone ready to head out on the boat and for getting everyone into the water is very efficient. I think it's nice they prepare all of the tanks and BCDs for you.
We had awesome conditions for our dive, great visibility and calm conditions. So many different varieties of fish, turtles, a huge manta ray and lots of white tipped reef sharks. I felt very safe and comfortable in our dive spots.
Great lunch on the way back and dolphin and sailfish sightings during the ride. I highly recommend a dive at Cano Island with this shop! I came back 2 days later for another dive.
We had awesome conditions for our dive, great visibility and calm conditions. So many different varieties of fish, turtles, a huge manta ray and lots of white tipped reef sharks. I felt very safe and comfortable in our dive spots.
Great lunch on the way back and dolphin and sailfish sightings during the ride. I highly recommend a dive at Cano Island with this shop! I came back 2 days later for another dive.
Written March 2, 2020
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William M
Augusta, GA18 contributions
Oct 2022 • Family
This was my third time scuba diving with Costa Rica Dive and Surf. The team is amazing. Super friendly and super knowledgeable. We saw a mother whale and baby between dives and many of the bucket list marine life sightings during the dives. We dove with Lucy who I believe has an encyclopedia in her head regarding marine life. The boat captain was super safe and the guys rigging the scuba gear could not have been better. There are a lot of pieces of equipment necessary for diving to the sea floor and these guys keep it ready for you. I can’t wait to take another trip with them.
Written October 7, 2022
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Daniella
3 contributions
Nov 2022 • Solo
I had an amazing dive with my instructor who was there for me every step of the way. Although I was sick on the boat journey he still encouraged me to dive if I was feeling up to it and I was glad I did. I got to see white tip sharks, turtles, lots of fish and the corals! He was brilliant and the whole crew made sure we got to have the best experience from start to finish.
Everyone made me feel so much better and looked after me so well - my dive instructor, the crew on the boat, the other passengers, the station ranger!!
It is true that I have never met nicer people than those in Costa Rica and would 100% recommend CR dive and surf for your diving experience here in Costa Rica.
Everyone made me feel so much better and looked after me so well - my dive instructor, the crew on the boat, the other passengers, the station ranger!!
It is true that I have never met nicer people than those in Costa Rica and would 100% recommend CR dive and surf for your diving experience here in Costa Rica.
Written November 28, 2022
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Marshall M
7 contributions
Feb 2022 • Couples
Did an Isle Cano scuba two tank dive with them and had an amazing time. All of their equipment was top notch and our guide was super friendly. The sealife was amazing. Definitely recommend the isle cano trip and Dive and Surf for your guides. As fairly new divers, they were great at helping us have confidence and adjusting the trip to the skills of the group.
Written March 1, 2022
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Flor and Michael
4 contributions
Apr 2021
Our instructor was Mauricio Cruz and he was phenomenal! He was so patient, knowledgeable and had a great sense of humor. He really added to our experience in the best way.
On the day of the dive the team was just as amazing as Mauricio. It was such a wonderful experience made perfect by a crew who was very kind and passionate about their work. I would highly recommend scuba diving in Costa Rick as we got to see sharks, marble rays, seahorses, and many other beautiful fish. I would especially recommend Costa Rica Dive and Surf for this experience!
On the day of the dive the team was just as amazing as Mauricio. It was such a wonderful experience made perfect by a crew who was very kind and passionate about their work. I would highly recommend scuba diving in Costa Rick as we got to see sharks, marble rays, seahorses, and many other beautiful fish. I would especially recommend Costa Rica Dive and Surf for this experience!
Written June 26, 2021
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818colleeng
Burlington, VT13 contributions
Dec 2021 • Couples
Wow, our tour of Corcovado national park was breathtaking. Maikol was an incredible guide through the jungle. He was extreme knowledgeable and shared his passion of conservation. He truly made us feel that we were part of something pretty special.
Written December 7, 2021
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Buen día, me interesa saber si debo reservar para una experiencia de buceo. Tengo la certificación de Padi (open), me interesa hacerlo el día de mañana 9, 10 de noviembre o el 11 de noviembre.
Dejo mi número celular para contacto por WhatsApp, en este momento me encuentro en Monteverde, mañana llego a mediodía a Manuel Antonio.
+525559309011
Gracias
Written November 8, 2017
Roberto Vargas
Uvita, Costa Rica
Hola Amparo buen dia.
Si claro tenemos un tour a la Isla del Caño para el dia de mañana viernes 10 de Noviembre.
En unos momentos la estaremos contactando a través de su whats app para informarle los detalles.
Saludos Cordiales
Written November 9, 2017
My husband and I would like to go next week! I would like to know what we're expected to see, the cost from Dominical and the length of the tour. Thnxs
Written July 10, 2017
The other answers were great and we also saw some great sea life. We did not travel with our dive gear so I would also like to add that you may want to wear a wet suit. Not that the water is cold but they have these little jellyfish that can sting. I also have a particularly small foot so I had to wear booties with their flippers. We also got to land on the island and have some time there to relax before heading back. One last thought, my husband gets sea sick so he took Dramamine as well. It was great fun and we really enjoyed it.
Written July 10, 2017
I saw fake orcas the other day, apparently you can but its not easy, might need some luck.
Written March 28, 2017
Hello! I have been trying to call Sirna Ranger Station in order to book a overnight stay but no one picks up. Can anyone tell me if this is possible to do? Or do I have to book through a travel agency/company?
Written November 25, 2015
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