BA - Caribbean Coast

BA offers access to the Caribbean side's quieter dive sites. Expect healthy patch reefs and a chance to spot nurse sharks and green sea turtles away from the crowds. It's a good pick for divers looking for a more relaxed, less developed Costa Rican experience, though the visibility can be a bit hit or miss compared to the Pacific. If you're staying in Puerto Viejo and want to dive locally, this is your spot.

Location
Caribbean Coast, Costa Rica, Central America
Coordinates
10.568872, -85.674860

Dive Sites Near BA

BA provides access to 15 dive sites in Caribbean Coast.

Other Dive Centres in Caribbean Coast

Best Time to Dive in Caribbean Coast

The warmest water temperatures in Caribbean Coast occur in March, averaging 29.8°C. The coolest conditions are in November at 27.6°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 28.9°C
  • February: 29.6°C
  • March: 29.8°C
  • April: 29.6°C
  • May: 29.1°C
  • June: 28.4°C
  • July: 28.6°C
  • August: 28.5°C
  • September: 28.5°C
  • October: 28.1°C
  • November: 27.6°C
  • December: 28.4°C

Marine Life in Caribbean Coast

Home to 218 recorded species including 198 reef fish, 11 hard corals, 5 whales & dolphins, 3 other, 1 seagrass & algae.

Notable Marine Life

Recommended Packing List for Caribbean Coast

Based on average water temperature of 28.8°C, currents 3 cm/s.

  • Shorty or Rashguard - warm 29°C water needs minimal exposure protection
  • Mask - essential for every dive
  • Fins
  • BCD - buoyancy compensator
  • Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
  • Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
  • Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
  • Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
  • Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories