Do I need prior technical diving certification?

Participants must be certified Open Water Divers or equivalent and have at least 25 logged dives.

What is the maximum depth for this course?

Dives are planned up to 40 meters, following strict safety protocols.

Can I do the course if I am not comfortable at depth?

Participants should be comfortable in the water and willing to follow instructions carefully.

Is there a prerequisite for nitrox certification?

Yes, students need to be Nitrox certified or complete a brief training during the course.

What kind of marine life can I expect to see?

Costa Rica’s reefs are teeming with colorful fish, octopuses, and occasionally larger pelagic species.

How do I book this course?

Visit Pura Vida Diving’s booking page or contact their team for scheduling and availability.

Water Activities & Pura Vida Diving: Extended Range Nitrox in Costa Rica | Water Activities

Situated along the stunning coastlines of Costa Rica, Pura Vida Diving offers a comprehensive and adrenaline-fueled course for certified divers seeking to push their underwater limits. The SSI Extended Range Nitrox Diving course is designed for scuba enthusiasts eager to deepen their skills and venture into more advanced depths safely. This program covers the use of twin tanks, nitrox mixtures up to 50%, and dive planning to 40 meters, opening doors to extraordinary underwater experiences. Participants will learn how to manage gas mixtures precisely, execute dives with precision, and expand their capabilities for future technical diving pursuits. Costa Rica's rich marine biodiversity, including vibrant coral reefs and schools of tropical fish, provides a wonderland backdrop for this course. The country’s warm,clear waters, combined with its renowned commitment to marine conservation, make it a premier destination for divers. The Pura Vida Diving team emphasizes safety, technical expertise, and environmental stewardship, ensuring each diver leaves both more capable and more aware of their impact on the ocean. Whether you're an experienced diver looking to upskill or a passionate underwater explorer, this course stands out as an investment in both adventure and mastery. The location’s transparency, calm seas, and diverse marine life make each dive an unforgettable learning opportunity. For those craving more than a standard dive, Pura Vida Diving offers a chance to unlock new depths and colored ecosystems, making every trip an adventure beyond the surface. Their professional staff, keen to support your growth as a diver, ensures a safe, engaging, and deeply rewarding experience in the waters of Costa Rica.

About Pura Vida Diving

Pura Vida Diving is a dive center based in Playa Blanca, Canarias, offering guided dives, certification courses and multi-dive packages for visitors to Lanzarote. The center runs a range of experiences from introductory bautizos and snorkel tours to professional-level training such as Divemaster and Instructor programs.

Activities include single and double immersions at the Museo Atlántico, specialized courses like Nitrox, Deep Diving and Night Diving, plus Extended Range and Decompression Diving options. Training follows recognized standards, with specific programs listed such as the Perfect Buoyancy SSI course, Scuba Diver to Open Water progression, Rescue and First Aid, and Instructor SSI Open Water preparation. Multi-dive packages (2, 4, 6, 8, 10 dives) provide guided dives with complete gear, daily transport on select packages, eco-friendly snacks and family-oriented amenities including a kids play area. Several programs include certification dives, confined water practice and open water sessions with clear hour estimates where provided.

Pura Vida Diving emphasizes eco-guided museum dives at the Museo Atlántico and structured training pathways including Assistant Instructor and Respond Right Instructor preparation. Courses specify age minimums when applicable, for example introductory dives are available from age 8. The center advertises no-expiration dive packages for returning divers and offers practical skills training such as buoyancy, underwater navigation and fish identification. All listed trips and course names reflect the center’s publicly offered schedule and program summaries. Schedules include single dives, multi-day courses and special trips such as Mar Rojo 2025 and wreck diving courses focused on pecios (barcos hundidos). Check schedules.