Rich Coast Diving

Rich Coast Diving is an SSI Diamond Career Center located on the main street of Playas del Coco in Guanacaste, Costa Rica. Established in 1993, they hold the highest SSI rating in the diving industry and have been introducing divers to the beautiful underwater world of the North Pacific for over three decades.

The center offers daily scuba diving and snorkeling trips to the best sites in Guanacaste, including the renowned Bat Islands (Islas Murcielago) and the Catalina Islands. The Bat Islands are famous for their seasonal bull shark encounters from May through November, making Rich Coast Diving one of the premier operators for this thrilling experience. The Catalina Islands offer encounters with giant manta rays, white-tip reef sharks, and an abundance of tropical marine life.

With over 20 specialty programs available, Rich Coast Diving covers deep diving, nitrox, perfect buoyancy, underwater navigation, photography, marine ecology, and more. Their experienced multilingual instructors ensure a safe and educational experience for all levels, from complete beginners through professional-level training. The shop provides well-maintained rental equipment and offers convenient hotel pickups throughout the Papagayo Peninsula area.