Water-Activities & Pura Vida Diving: Advanced Decompression Course
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Overview
Ready to push your diving limits? Pura Vida Diving offers advanced decompression courses in Costa Rica that combine safety, skill, and thrill for experienced divers.
Adventure Tips
Check equipment compatibility
Ensure your dive computer and gear are compatible with decompression procedures before the course.
Stay hydrated
Decompression dives can be demanding; drink plenty of water before and after your dives.
Plan for multiple days
Allow sufficient time in your schedule to complete the course and practice new skills.
Know your limits
Listen to your instructors and respect your personal comfort and experience level during advanced dives.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Moray eels
- Giant sea turtles
History
Costa Rica has become a hotspot for technical diving, with several protected marine areas promoting preservation and research.
Conservation
The dive centers actively participate in reef conservation efforts, ensuring sustainable use of marine resources.
Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Wetsuit or drysuit
Keeps you warm and comfortable during extended or deeper dives.
year-round specific
Dive computer
Critical for monitoring your decompression stops during advanced dives.
year-round specific
Regulator and buoyancy control device (BCD)
Essential for breathing and maintaining control underwater.
year-round specific
Surface marker buoy (SMB) with lift bag
Useful for safety stops and surface signaling during decompression.
year-round specific