Where to go Collections Search More

Popular Collections Right Now

Family Snorkelling in Malaysia
Family Diving
Beach Walkway at Sunset, Maldives
Honeymoon Diving
Boat in Ocean, Caribbean
Liveaboard Diving
Diving with fish, Palau
Dive in Style
Snorkelling Holidays

View All

Start planning your perfect trip

Use Add to ideas + to collect your trip ideas, share with friends or make an enquiry.

Please Sign-in or Register to save My Ideas for later

1 item added to my ideas

Collect your trip ideas, share with friends or make an enquiry.

Please Sign-in or Register to save My Ideas for later

Continue browsing

We're back at tomorrow, please email us

Call +44 (0) 20 7978 0505

Monday:
9am until 10pm
Tuesday:
9am until 10pm
Wednesday:
9am until 10pm
Thursday:
9am until 10pm
Friday:
9am until 6pm
Saturday:
Closed
Sunday:
Closed
When to go where
Explore the blog
Special Offers
What to see

My Ideas 0 Enquire or call +44 (0) 20 7978 0505

Opening Hours
Places To Go Latin America & Antarctica Costa Rica

Costa Rica

Enquire Now

Where to Go diving in Costa Rica

When it comes to diving in Costa Rica, there is one destination which has in our opinion, the best resort and diving on Latin America's Pacific coast; Peninsula Papagayo. Excellent marine life awaits here, from small harlequin shrimp and seahorses, to turtles and bull sharks at the famous Bat Islands. And did we mention Cocos...

Where to go in Costa Rica

Showing 1 - 2 of 2 destinations

hammerhead shark in cocos island
Latin America & Antarctica > Costa Rica > Cocos Island
Cocos Island
Declared "the most beautiful island in the world" by legendary oceanographer Jacques Cousteau, Cocos Island Marine Park’s main claim to fame...
Find out more
Papagayo Beach and Boats at Sunset, Costa Rica
Latin America & Antarctica > Costa Rica > Peninsula Papagayo
Peninsula Papagayo
Plan your trip between March to November (it’s great the rest of the year too though!) and if you can face the long boat trip to the Bat Islands...
Find out more

Showing 1 - 2 of 2 destinations

At Your Service: One point of contact
You'll have one point of contact while booking and a dedicated service consultant afterwards.
Find out more
At Your Service: Our App
Access your itinerary, destination dossier and live updates on the Original Travel app.
Find out more
At Your Service: Fun, Fun, Fun Packs
Tailored destination info, challenges and games for every child (aged 3 - 10).
Find out more

Key Facts & Useful Links

Language: Spanish; Castilian
Currency: Costa Rican Colon
Visa: Not required
Religion: Catholic
Food & Drink: Cosado, Olla de Carne (beef stew)
Time difference: GMT -6 hrs
Flight from London: 10:30 hrs
BBC Country Profile
Foreign Office Travel Advice
diving off the grid
Get Off The Grid
Lizzie
Lizzie Shipley
Are you a slave to your smartphone? Can't get through a meal without checking your emails? Fingers twitch if you're not scouring through social media? We're sorry to tell you, but you're addicted to the internet. Luckily for you, we've got the remedy. Whether setting sail to new horizons or…
View more on the blog
Luxury Autumn Escapes in Latin America
Top Five Autumn Diving Escapes
Lizzie
Lizzie Shipley
As summer waves goodbye and autumn knocks on the door, one question keeps popping to mind - how can we extend our sunshine hours? Jet off on a luxury diving holiday, of course. So we've complied our top five Autumn escapes for you to plan your next vitamin D hit. Enjoy.
View more on the blog
Green Turtle Swimming
When and Where to see our Marine Life Top 5
Image of Louisa Fisher
Louisa Fisher
Search no more! In this blog, Louisa talks about the best locations to find our top five marine animals:
View more on the blog
Hammerhead Shark
Animal Encounters: Diving with Hammerhead Sharks
Image of Louisa Fisher
Louisa Fisher
There is no mistaking how the hammerhead shark got its name: the head is flattened and extends outwards into the shape of a hammer, known as a cephalofoil. They appear so otherworldly since the head seems completely out of place on a fish with such a streamlined body.
View more on the blog
Newsletter Sign-Up

Get the latest travel advice, information and inspiration in our newsletter.

Brochure Sign-Up

Our beautiful, free brochure is packed with insider information and incredible travel ideas from every corner of the planet.
Get the brochure

About Us

We are a creative luxury diving travel company who take a thoughtful approach to creating tailor-made holidays that perfectly fulfil your needs. Read our story

Planning a Holiday

Talk to our team of thoughtful experts about your travel needs:
+44 (0) 20 7978 0505 Contact us online

Supplier

If you are a supplier and would like to contact us:
+44 (0) 20 7978 0505 product@originaltravel.co.uk

Why Us

Our meticulous planning, in-depth knowledge, honest advice, award-winning service and financial protection all ensure that you will enjoy the most memorable holiday experience. Why us

Press

For all press enquiries, please contact our marketing team:
+44 (0) 20 7978 0505 press@originaltravel.co.uk

Feedback

For all other feedback please contact:
+44 (0) 20 7978 0505 feedback@originaltravel.co.uk