11 - 30 Day Coverage - $60 USD
Explore Costa Rica’s Pacifc dive spots with peace of mind using DAN’s 11-30 day dive insurance. Covering up to $150K in emergency transport, it’s essential for any serious diver in Guanacaste’s waters.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
Varies per dive; typical dives 45-60 minutes
Fitness Level
Good physical fitness required to handle currents, gear, and boat transfers
Wildlife
History
Costa Rica’s Guanacaste coast has been a fishing and diving hub since the 1970s, growing into a premier international dive destination.
Conservation
Local operators actively promote reef-safe practices and participate in coral restoration projects to protect sensitive underwater habitats.
Rich Coast Diving
11 - 30 Day Coverage - $60 USD
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.
Verify Insurance Coverage Before Diving
Confirm your DAN dive insurance is active and valid during your trip to ensure uninterrupted coverage.
Check Local Dive Conditions
Currents and visibility can change rapidly around Coco; always review conditions with your guide before diving.
Stay Hydrated and Rested
Dive days demand physical readiness; drink plenty of water and get ample rest to avoid fatigue underwater.
Carry Emergency Contact Info
Keep DAN’s emergency hotline and your dive operator’s contacts readily accessible during all dives.
Dive Computer
Monitors depth and time underwater to help avoid decompression sickness.
Surface Signaling Device
Essential for signaling your location on the water surface in case of separation.
Reef-Safe Sunscreen
Protects your skin and the marine environment during surface intervals.
summer
Hydration Pack
Keeps you hydrated between dives in warm coastal conditions.
summer