Costa Rica

Tamarindo

Tamarindo - photo 1

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Tamarindo is a coastal town on Costa Rica’s Pacific coast, known as a popular surf town and gateway for travelers. It is not a primary diving destination, and nearby diving opportunities are limited. Access to diving typically involves a drive to more established Pacific dive hubs along the Costa Rica coast, with freshwater options available inland for training or leisure fisheries, but the town itself has no immediate dive sites. For divers visiting Tamarindo, focus on beaches, wildlife watching, or a short trip to nearby centers for any introductory dives or courses.

Essential information for traveling in Costa Rica

About Costa Rica

Sea
Caribbean Sea, North Atlantic Ocean and North P...
Timezone
America/Costa_Rica
Languages
ES
Demonym
Costa Rican
Phone prefix
+506

Practicalities

Currency
CRC
Voltage
120
Plug type
Type A, Type B
Airports
SJO LIR LIM XQP SYQ

Diving specifics

Temperature
°C
Depth units
meters
Pressure
bar
Regulators
DIN Yoke (INT)

Dive sites and dive centers around Tamarindo

Nearby Dive Centers (1)

Nearby cities for scuba diving around Tamarindo

The best time to dive in Tamarindo

The best months to dive in Tamarindo are from January to April and December. Temperatures are confortable (27-29°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
28 °C
02 - Feb.
28 °C
03 - Mar.
29 °C
04 - Apr.
29 °C
05 - May
27 °C
06 - Jun.
26 °C
07 - Jul.
27 °C
08 - Aug.
27 °C
09 - Sept.
26 °C
10 - Oct.
25 °C
11 - Nov.
26 °C
12 - Dec.
27 °C

Based on last year's weather. Scores compare months for this destination only and are indicative. A mitigated month may still suit many divers.

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