Tamarindo Diving - Caribbean Coast

Tamarindo Diving operates on Costa Rica's Caribbean Coast, making it a good base for exploring the local sites. We'd suggest this centre for divers looking for straightforward, no-frills access to the reefs in the area. It’s a solid choice if you prioritize consistent dive trips over extensive facilities. Expect decent diving, but not the same big animal encounters you find on the Pacific side.

Location
Caribbean Coast, Costa Rica, Central America
Coordinates
10.305342, -85.837330
Phone
8583 5873

Dive Sites Near Tamarindo Diving

Tamarindo Diving 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