Rich Coast Diving in Playas del Coco offers affordable 2-day dive accident insurance, shielding divers from unexpected medical expenses. Secure your dive adventure with peace of mind and focus fully on the vibrant marine world beneath Costa Rica’s Pacific waters.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 days
Fitness Level
No physical exertion needed; this is an insurance coverage product to accompany your dive activities.
Wildlife
History
Playas del Coco grew from a quiet fishing village into one of Costa Rica's key dive bases over the last few decades.
Conservation
Rich Coast Diving supports local reef conservation efforts, encouraging sustainable dive practices to protect marine biodiversity.
Rich Coast Diving
Rich Coast Diving in Playas del Coco offers affordable 2-day dive accident insurance, shielding divers from unexpected medical expenses. Secure your dive adventure with peace of mind and focus fully on the vibrant marine world beneath Costa Rica’s Pacific waters.
Rich Coast Diving is a dive operator based in Coco, Guanacaste Province, Costa Rica, offering a full range of scuba training, guided dives, conservation programs, and short-term dive insurance. The center runs PADI and SSI courses from introductory experiences—Try Scuba and Scuba Diver—to full Open Water, Advanced Open Water, Rescue Diver, and Master Scuba Diver certifications.
The operation offers multi-length Divemaster internships (one-, two-, and three-month options) that prepare candidates for professional work; the three-month program includes both SSI and PADI certifications. Specialty courses cover more than 20 options such as deep diving and underwater photography, and focused ecology specialties on sharks, mantas, and sea turtles. Marine Conservation Programs run at multiple levels (one-week, two-week, and four-week options) and include fish monitoring and species-specific monitoring programs like shark and pufferfish surveys.
Daily experiences include two-tank morning dives in the Gulf of Papagayo for certified divers, guided snorkel tours, and pool-based refresh sessions paired with morning dives led by multilingual PADI instructors. Dive insurance is available through DAN short-term plans covering 1–30 day options with incremental coverage levels. First Aid and other safety courses are offered.
Rich Coast Diving emphasizes safety, certifications recognized worldwide, and field-based conservation training in biodiverse Pacific waters. The center serves divers of all levels seeking professional training, wildlife encounters, or career-focused internships in Costa Rica.
Location
Coco, Guanacaste
Located in Guanacaste Province
Tours & Courses
26+
Dives, courses, and internships
Certifications
PADI & SSI
Worldwide-recognized training
Insurance Range
$20–$60 USD
Short-term DAN coverage options
Secure a spot for guided dives, specialty courses, or multi-week internships—short-term DAN dive insurance available from $20 to $60 USD.
Prioritize Dive Insurance
Always secure short-term dive accident insurance before any dives to cover unexpected emergencies.
Check Local Dive Conditions
Water visibility can vary—ask your dive operator for daily updates before entering the water.
Stay Hydrated Post-Dive
Drink plenty of water after diving to help your body adjust and aid decompression.
Review Emergency Protocols
Familiarize yourself with the local emergency medical procedures linked with your insurance plan.
Travel Documentation
Carry your dive insurance policy details and emergency contacts in print or digital form.
Waterproof Phone Case
Useful for quick access to insurance info and local emergency numbers during water activities.
summer
Dry Bag
Keeps important documents like insurance cards dry in humid or rainy conditions.
spring
Dive Log Book
Record your dive profiles, useful to share with medical professionals in case of an emergency.