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Located 600 km off of the Pacific coast
of Costa Rica, Cocos Island has been declared, “Patrimony
of the Humanity” because of it´s unequalled
splendor.
Among the most important islands in
the East Pacific (Cocos, Clipperton, Malelo y Galapagos),
Cocos Island is the only one with hydrautic conditions
able to support a tropical rain forest.
In addition to its isolated location, the influence
of different underwater streams have allowed the evolution
of many endemic species, all living harmoniously in
the Indic Ocean. This makes Cocos Island a unique laboratory
for scientific study – particularly in the field
of evolutionary biology.
The Okeanos has visited this natural
treasure for almost 15 years, maintaining a balance
between great adventure and the conservation of natural
resources.
Historically, Coco Island has been
known to sailors for ages. Its oceanic location and
copious freshwater waterfalls made it an important provisioning
stop for early travelers. Many of the island's rocks
bear the inscriptions of ancient, and not so ancient,
explorers, including the crew of the Calypso. Some of
these explorers may have been looking for more than
fresh water - legend has it that Robert Louis Stevenson's
Treasure Island was based on Coco Island. As the island
is completely undeveloped and has no airstrip, all visitors
to Coco Island must arrive by boat. The journey from
the port of Puntarenas, Costa Rica to Coco Island is
32 - 38 hours, depending upon weather conditions.
While in Costa Rica, many visitors
enjoy a few extra days of land based sightseeing in
this fascinating Central American country. Costa Rica
is attractive to visitors because of its political stability
and its efforts to bring peace to Central America. Although
still largely an agricultural country, Costa Rica boasts
a high standard of living, with a literacy rate of 93%
and an average life expectancy of 78 years.
The Colon is the monetary unit throughout Costa Rica.
The rate of exchange varies regularly, but is generally
favorable to travelers with US dollars. Food, accommodations,
taxis and most purchases are quite inexpensive by US
standards. Favorite souvenir items include hand carved
wooden objects, woven and embroidered cloth and garments,
and coffee. Spanish is the official language of Costa
Rica. English is spoken on board the Okeanos Aggressor
by most of the crew, and is widely understood in San
Jose.
The Friends of Coco Island Foundation
(known as FAICO) is an independent non-profit organization
that seeks to generate and provide financial, human
and technical resources that contribute to the conservation
of the biological diversity of the Cocos Island.
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Scuba
Diving Cocos Island
Costa
Rica
Best Diving Tours
and Packages
SCUBA DIVING IN COCOS ISLAND - COSTA RICA
Cocos Island is one of the world’s
largest uninhabited islands. Having the opportunity
to dive and visit this unique paradise, is a dream come
true.
Okeanos offers eight, nine and ten day diving programs,
leaving from the Puntarenas port of the west coast of
Costa Rica.
After sailing 275 nautical miles into the Pacific Ocean,
21 lucky divers will arrive at one of the most spectacular
and exclusive diving places in the world: Cocos Island,
Costa Rica.
Once the adventure is completed, they will cherish the
fantastic memories of swimming with hundreds of hammerhead
sharks, photographing graceful mantas and splashing
in waterfalls of this natural paradise.
Splenderous sea scenes and an amazing island with great
vegetation and beautiful waterfalls will make your time
there something absolutely unique.
Rates and Tour Prices
Jannuary 2003- December 2004
US$ 3095 per person
A $200 discount applies to non-divers. *
A $200 discount applies to all consecutive charters.
*
Charter Includes: 3-4 dives daily, tanks, weights and
weight belts
Accommodations aboard the vessel
Transfers from the San Jose office to the boat on day
of departure and return
All meals, snacks, non-alcoholic beverages, and local
alcoholic beverages
(we are happy to accommodate most special dietary requests)
Charter Does Not Include:
Airfare
Equipment rentals
Nitrox fills
Rebreathers
Certification or specialty courses
Crew gratuity
Government taxes
Park fee
Hotel stays
The Okeanos Aggressor has Nitrox facilities. PADI or
TDI (Technical Diving International) Enriched Air Diver
and Introduction to Rebreather courses are offered onboard.
¿Is there any extra tax? Park Fees: A $35 per
day (CASH ONLY, no traveller checks) charge per person
will be collected during your charter.
* All prices quoted in USD. Rates, taxes and fees are
subject to change without notice.
Trip Departures
13-Apr 4:00 PM 7:00 PM
3-May 2:00 PM 5:00 PM
13-May 10:00 AM 1:00 PM
27-May 10:00 AM 1:00 PM
7-Jun 4:00 PM 7:00 PM
17-Jun 3:00 PM 6:00 PM
1-Jul 2:00 PM 5:00 PM
12-Jul 11:00 AM 2:00 PM
22-Jul 5:00 PM 8:00 PM
5-Aug 4:00 PM 7:00 PM
16-Aug 2:00 PM 5:00 PM
26-Aug 12:00 PM 3:00 PM
9-Sep 12:00 PM 3:00 PM
20-Sep 4:00 PM 7:00 PM
30-Sep 3:00 PM 6:00 PM
14-Oct 3:00 PM 6:00 PM
25-Oct 12:00 PM 3:00 PM
4-Nov 8:00 AM 11:00 AM
18-Nov 5:00 PM 8:00 PM
29-Nov 3:00 PM 6:00 PM
9-Dec 12:00 PM 3:00 PM
23-Dec 11:00 AM 2:00 PM
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