Route Description - Cocos Island - 10 Nights
Experience an unforgettable 10-night liveaboard to Cocos Island, one of the world’s premier diving destinations. Spend six thrilling days exploring its vibrant underwater world, home to 12 shark species, 4 types of rays, 4 sea turtle species, and 16 marine mammals. Encounter schools of hammerheads and jacks, tiger and Galapagos sharks, marble rays, frogfish, octopuses, and the island’s 27 endemic fish species, including the rare Cocos rosy-lipped batfish. A true diver’s paradise filled with breathtaking encounters and natural wonders.
Arrival Day
Guests are advised to arrive at least one day before the boat’s departure. Upon arrival in San José, transportation can be arranged in advance, or taxis and minivans are readily available at the airport. Accommodation recommendations and arrangements can also be provided, though pick-up is only available from select hotels. The evening before departure, an Undersea Hunter representative will confirm the next day’s pick-up time via fax. Air transport, airport transfers, hotels, and meals before and after the trip are not included.
Day 1
Between 8 AM and 1 PM, guests are picked up from select hotels and transferred by bus to Puntarenas for boarding. The 2.5-hour drive passes through lush forests and farmland. Depending on the tide, guests may transfer by skiff to the vessel. Once everyone is aboard, the boat begins the 32–36-hour voyage to Cocos Island.
Day 2
A travel day at sea allows time to set up dive and camera gear, relax in the sun, and enjoy the company of fellow divers. Guests can also watch educational videos or take part in dive courses.
Days 3–8
Six days are spent diving the pinnacles surrounding Cocos Island, averaging three dives daily at depths of 60–100 feet (18–30 meters) or more.
Day 9
Guests enjoy their final three dives before the return journey to Costa Rica.
Day 10
A full day at sea to relax, share stories, and reflect on the adventure.
Day 11
Arrival in Puntarenas. After breakfast, guests are transferred back to San José. It is recommended to stay an extra night before flying out in case of unforeseen delays.