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Scuba Diving

Santa Elena Gulf, La Cruz, Guanacaste

About This Tour

The Santa Elena Gulf is one of the notable dive areas accessible from this site, with reef structure, marine life, and a different underwater feel from a standard beach day. It works for travelers who want the day to revolve around diving rather than around a mixed sightseeing schedule.

Whether you are trying diving for the first time or already certified, this outing is built around guided time in the water. Reef fish, rays, sea turtles, eels, and octopus are among the marine life travelers may encounter, but sightings always depend on conditions.

What's Included

  • All scuba gear & equipment
  • Tanks & weights
  • Certified dive guide
  • Boat transport to dive sites
  • Safety equipment
  • Water & refreshments
  • Beach of your convenience — transportation can be provided if needed

Tour Options

Half Day

~4 Hours

2 dives at the best local sites. Ideal for beginners and refresher dives.

Full Day

~8 Hours

2–3 dives covering multiple sites including deeper offshore reefs and underwater pinnacles.

What to Bring

  • Swimsuit & towel
  • Sunscreen (reef-safe preferred)
  • Sunglasses & hat
  • Underwater camera
  • Light snack
  • Any personal medication

Good to Know

Certification is not required — we offer beginner dives with full guidance.

Maximum depth for certified divers: ~30m. Beginners stay at 5–12m.

Best visibility: December–April. Water temperature 26–29°C year-round.