Even I have to admit, this is an exciting one. 

Partnering with Rich Coast Diving, and renowned Costa Rican conservationist, Dr. Randall Arauz, this marine conservation expedition consists of 8-days of full adventure, learning, laughter and purposeful work.

The expedition takes place on Costa Rica’s Pacific Coast and is led by Costa Rica's leading turtle and shark biologist, Randall Arauz. 

This trip is designed for 8 people. 

Tour Highlights

• Experience working with a world-renowned marine biologist and assist with catching, weighing and measuring sea turtles
• Engage in two Ecology Specialty Certifications: Sea Turtle and Shark Ecology
• Visit a vital sea turtle nesting beach for critically endangered leatherback turtles and endangered green turtles.
  
• Dive the best dive sites in Costa Rica with tropical fish, turtles, eagle rays and reef sharks while contributing to vital conservation efforts
  

Price Includes:

• Airport Transfers
• 8 Nights Double Occupancy Room with AC & Breakfast
• 5 morning 2-tank local dives
• Park fees
• Refreshments on the boat
• Visit turtle nesting Sanctuary

​Proposed Itinerary 

Due to the nature of this itinerary, we cannot make adjustments to the 8-day dive expedition. However, if you would like to extend your stay, we would gladly create a tailored itinerary for you. 
On this itinerary, we have included SCUBA diving experiences. For this, you must have an advanced open water (or higher) certification. If you do not have a SCUBA certification, and you wish to become certified, we would be more than happy to assist you and offer recommendations.  
You will also need to purchase personal dive insurance - we recommend DAN World Dive Accident Insurance.

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Day 1

Bienvenidos a Costa Rica!
On arrival in Costa Rica, you will be met at the airport and driven to your beach-front accomodation by private transfer.
Acclimatise, relax and enjoy yourself. The adventure starts now. 
Location: Playas del Coco, Guanacaste 
​Accommodation: Hotel M&M Beach House

Day 2 - 4

For the next couple of days, you'll expereince the joy of some local dives where you could encouner a wide array of marine life. 
You'll also get the oportunity to visit a turtle nesting beach to see conservation work in action. Between dives, Dr Arauz will emerse you in all things shark and turtles - so get your questions ready. 
Location: Playas del Coco, Guanacaste 
​Accommodation: Hotel M&M Beach House

Day 5

Today, you'll be departing early for the Catalina Islands - some of the best dive sites in all of Costa Rica. You may get the oportunity to see Pacific Giant Mantas, as well as sharks, turtles, eels, and huge schools of fish. 
The afteroon is free time. We'll be happy to organise additional excusions for you. 
Location: Playas del Coco, Guanacaste 
​Accommodation: Hotel M&M Beach House

Day 6

Another day of local dives and conservation talks. 
​Location: Playas del Coco, Guanacaste 
​Accommodation: Hotel M&M Beach House

Day 7 

Today, you'll be departing early for the Bat Islands.
Located in the far north of the Guanacaste, off the coast of Santa Rosa National Park, the area is protected as a marine preserve. The Bat Islands are full of marine life - the most infamous of residents being bull sharks! 
The afteroon is free time. We'll be happy to organise additional excusions for you. 
Location: Playas del Coco, Guanacaste 
​Accommodation: Hotel M&M Beach House

Day 8 

Your penultimate day - can you guess what you'll be doing? More diving! One last oportunity to see the incredible marine life around the coast of Costa Rica. 
In the afternoon, Dr. Arauz will be giving a conservation seminar. You'll be learning from the very best. 
​Location: Playas del Coco, Guanacaste 
​Accommodation: Hotel M&M Beach House​

Day 9

After breakfast, you'll be transferred back to the airport. 
If you're not ready to say goodbye to Costa Rica just yet, we would be happy to extend your stay. Let us know!