Master breath-hold diving with Rich Coast Diving’s unique two-day course in Coco, Costa Rica. Gain new skills to experience the ocean's depths without scuba gear while discovering vibrant marine life along the Pacific coast.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
2 days
Fitness Level
Participants should be in good general health with no respiratory or cardiovascular issues and comfortable swimming in open water.
Wildlife
History
Coco’s small port and beach town grew from fishing roots into a popular gateway for marine adventures along Costa Rica’s Guanacaste coast.
Conservation
Rich Coast Diving supports local reef protection initiatives and promotes sustainable diving practices to preserve this rich ecosystem.
Rich Coast Diving
Master breath-hold diving with Rich Coast Diving’s unique two-day course in Coco, Costa Rica. Gain new skills to experience the ocean's depths without scuba gear while discovering vibrant marine life along the Pacific coast.
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.
Practice Controlled Breathing
Learn and master breath control before each dive session to safely maximize dive time and comfort underwater.
Stay Hydrated
Drink plenty of water throughout the course; dehydration can affect breath-hold capacity and overall safety.
Listen to Your Body
Avoid pushing beyond your limits; recognize signs of dizziness or discomfort and surface immediately if needed.
Use Reef-Safe Sunscreen
Protect your skin from sun exposure with environmentally friendly sunscreen to minimize coral reef impact.
Mask and Snorkel
Essential for breath-hold diving, allowing clear vision underwater and easy surface breathing.
Wetsuit (3-5mm)
Provides thermal protection and buoyancy in Pacific waters year-round.
Fins
Improve underwater mobility and help efficiently navigate currents.
Dive Computer or Wrist Timer
Helps track dive times and surface intervals for safety and progression.