Costa Rica

Provincia De Guanacaste

Provincia de Guanacaste in northwestern Costa Rica spans Pacific coastlines with varied coastal diving. The region offers warm Pacific waters, relatively clear visibility, and access to convenient shore and boat dives from towns near Liberia, Coco, and Playa Flamingo. Dive sites typically feature rocky reefs, coastal pelagics, and occasional larger species, with marine life including tropical reef fish, rays, and schooling fish. This administrative region is best described by its coastal layout and proximity to popular Pacific beaches, rather than standout wrecks or deep reefs. For divers, Guanacaste provides accessible entry points and a steady seasonal pattern suitable for recreational diving, with most activity focused on offshore reefs and shallow to mid-depth sites.

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)

Top scuba diving cities in the region of Provincia de Guanacaste

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Dive sites and dive centers around Provincia de Guanacaste

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The best time to dive in Provincia de Guanacaste

The best months to dive in Provincia de Guanacaste 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
28 °C
06 - Jun.
26 °C
07 - Jul.
27 °C
08 - Aug.
27 °C
09 - Sept.
26 °C
10 - Oct.
25 °C
11 - Nov.
27 °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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