Introductory Scuba Diving at Catalina Islands, Costa Rica: Tour for the Beginners

Experience the thrill of scuba diving in Costa Rica’s Catalina Islands. This 5-hour introductory course is perfect for beginners looking to try scuba diving for the first time. No certification required!

Duration: 5 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Islas Santa Catalina - Have you ever wonder what it is like to breathe underwater? If you want to try diving, but do not feel ready to get certified, then the PADI Discover Scuba Diving course is perfect for you!
    Although it is not a certified course, this Discover Scuba Diving is the easiest and fastest way to introduce you to the exciting…
What's Included
  • Complimentary hotel pick-up and drop-off in selected areas
  • All necessary diving equipment provided
  • Expert diver guides to lead the adventure
  • Refreshments on board: ice tea, water, seasonal fruits, and cookies
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
  • Diving Computer and Underwater Cameras
Additional Information

Embark on a beginner’s scuba diving adventure in Costa Rica and take part in two straightforward dives at the Catalina Islands. This 5-hour training is designed for individuals attempting scuba diving for the first time and who are not currently certified. Although you will not earn a PADI certification, you will gain firsthand scuba diving experience…

Location
Pacific Coast Dive Center
Ruta Nacional Secundaria 180
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Tylerpe2447hx
Aug 10, 2025
Great first dive. - This was our first time diving and we were very excited to try. Our guide, Jose, did a great job at helping us both overcome anxiety. I had a freak out while we were descending (I wasn’t sinking) and Jose calmed me down great and got me descending. Tons of gorgeous fish and sea life to see. Had to eschew the second dive due to sinuses but excited to try diving again. The crew was wonderful with my seasick spouse. Only complaint is that the van was late picking us up, about 30 minutes.
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Shane_n
Aug 3, 2025
Awesome Dives, Incredible Guide! - Had two fantastic dives with Pacific Coast Dive at the Catalina Islands. The trip works well for all skill levels. We saw plenty of wildlife, including pufferfish, starfish, and even reef sharks resting in caves and rock crevices. Bottom time was generous at nearly an hour for both dives. Our guide, Jose, was outstanding. His passion for diving is obvious, but his skill as an instructor is what stood out. He gave my 12-year-old granddaughter, a first-timer, incredible attention and patience, making sure she was safe and confident. Highly recommend this company, especially for new divers. Ask for Jose.
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Samantha_w
Jul 25, 2025
This was such an amazing... - This was such an amazing surreal experience! Our instructor's name was Risky. Even though his name is Risky he was not risky, he was very safe and thorough. He continuely made sure we felt comfortable and he clearly answered all our questions. We did a run through of the equipment and the basic skills in a pool before going into the ocean which was extremely helpful. The experience was so fun and energetic! I highly recommend adding this excursion to your trip!
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E8965toamyl
Jul 13, 2025
Fantastic first diving experience - Great introduction to scuba diving for our teenagers & review for hubby. Everything ran smoothly & everyone felt very safe the whole time. “Risky” the dive instructor was very detailed & experienced with diving and still made the experience light hearted & fun. The boys saw some amazing aquatic life & said it was the best part of their trip to CR. Snacks were yummy & the photos will forever be treasured. We booked through our resort consierge but I’m sure you could book directly through the dive shop too.
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Mary_l
Jul 9, 2025
Loved the whole... - Loved the whole experience! Risky was super nice and took the best photos of us while scuba diving! He was an amazing dive instructor and photographer! Thank you Risky!
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F2571fssimonp
Jul 1, 2025
Amazing experience!! - We had an amazing experience and an amazing dive. It started out with confusion on our booking. But the people here hurried to get us situated and actually got us on a boat even with the missed confusion. Is great customer service and an amazing experience!!! I would highly recommend this company!
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Cherryserrano06
Jun 26, 2025
Best dive experience - Ask for Billy!!! He is the best guide for Scuba! You even get to see several different kinds of sharks! They do 2 tank dives and really deliver an amazing experience!
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Ctoon
May 29, 2025
First-time and Anxious Divers who now want to get certified!! - We couldn’t have asked for a more amazing trip! We are avid snorkelers but this diving experience, for inexperienced and first time divers, opened up a whole new world and we most definitely will use Pacific Coast Dive Center again! Billy, our guide, was exceptional! He was patient, a great teacher, and assisted this 50+ yr old mom with all the heavy equipment and mental blocks (water filling up in mask). Once I got over my fears, my 2 nineteen yr old daughters and I saw sea-life that can only be seen by diving. We saw a beautiful spotted eagle ray, octopus, a nest of baby white tipped sharks, a scorpion fish, several eels, a sea snake, a school of puffer fish, starfish, the list goes on…we will be back as certified scuba divers…something I thought I would NEVER do! This was definitely the highlight of our very full week in Costa Rica!
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880minnan
May 7, 2025
The best memory! - What a life changing experience!! I was very nervous to scuba dive since it was my first time, but Ivan was the absolute best and made this trip a core memory for me. He was an extremely patient and competent teacher, keeping me calm and guiding me while we dove. We ended up seeing so much wild life: giant manta rays, sharks, sea turtles, and eels. I would recommend this excursion to anyone, and definitely ask for Ivan - I don’t think it would’ve been the same without him.
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429tannerh
May 7, 2025
Non certified scuba adventure - Amazing day in the water! Our first time doing a scuba adventure. Our guide Ivan was the absolute best. Such a calm presence and great teacher. Never felt worried or scared with him around. The whole crew was awesome and cannot thank them enough for such a memorable day. Highly highly recommend for non certified scuba diving, certified scuba diving and snorkeling. Thank you again Ivan for an incredibly memorable day.
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From $199
up to 10 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).