Travel to the warm waters and breathtaking scenery of the Golfo Dulce, Costa Rica and learn to comfortably and safely freedive down to a depth of 20m/66 feet. Lead by @Danyardiving, Freediving and Spearfishing instructor. Come learn fundamental freediving techniques for underwater exploration.
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April 25th-28th 2022
Includes the following:
3 nights lodging at Dolphin Quest Jungle Lodge included
Level 1/2 PADI freediver Course with certification (this entails 2 dry seasons, 1 confined water, 2-3 line dive sessions and PADI Certifications Fees)
1 Guided Jungle Waterfall Hike in the Piedras Blancas National Park
1 Garden and Food Harvesting Tour
All boat transportation from Golfito or Puerto Jimenez
All boat fees for freediving course
PRICE $890
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April 29th & 30th
1 night of lodging at Dolphin Quest Jungle Lodge
5 farm to table meals
Spearfishing tutorial and guiding ( 1 shallow water training session, 1 dry training session )
1 Deep Sea Spearfishing Charter for experienced spearos
Excluded: trsnportation from Pavones (approx $300/amount of people, 8 max)
PRICE $600
Fundamental topics such as:
• Essential Safety procedures for Static Apnea and Freediving
• Proper Breath-Up and Recovery Breath techniques
• Confined-Water skill development i.e. Static Apnea up to 4min
• Free Immersion in Open-Water i.e. line diving
• Equalization for Deep Diving
• Equipment for Freediving
• The fundamental Physics & Physiology of Freediving—what happens to your body at depths!
Guests are welcome to take advantage of our Communal Spaces and Amenities:
Hammocks everywhere
Organic gardens
Kayaks
Outdoor pool (seasonal and small)
Mile-long beach
Football field (soccer ball included)
Horses, Dogs, Chickens, and Ducks
Unlimited Wi-Fi
100% renewable, solar-powered electricity
+ ACCOMODATIONS
- The sleeping spaces and bathrooms are shared in our three-story “Casa Grande” guest house. Private sleeping spaces are available upon request when booking. Electrical outlets and WiFi are available at the Communal Kitchen Area. Voltage is 110. U.S. guests will not need a converter or adapter.
- All meals are farm to table using local ingredients. Free coffee and teas are located in the Kitchen Area. Since our location is very rural, guests may want to buy their favorite snacks and beverages while they are in Golfito. Please let us know if you have dietary restrictions. We will do our best to accommodate your needs.
+ HOW TO GET HERE FROM SAN JOSE
Guests are responsible for their transportation to and from Golfito.
By Plane:
From the San Jose Airport (SJO), take a Sansa Air flight to Golfito Airport. This 45 min flight will cost approximately $110. A brief taxi ride from the airport into town will cost you approximately $5 USD. Ask driver to drop off at the “Muellecito” (little dock).
By Bus:
Go to the Tracopa Bus terminal in San Jose (we suggest Uber or local taxi $15-$35) and take either the 6:30am, 7am, or 3:30pm bus to Golfito. This 7 hour bus ride will cost approximately $18 USD. The bus will drop you off in downtown Golfito. Continue walking until reaching the “Muellecito” and Tourist Information Center.
By Van:
If participants coordinate amongst themselves to arrive at similar times into SJO then a shuttle van can be coordinated to bring you all down together. This ride will take approximately 5 hours depending on how many sightseeing stops are made. This option has a total cost of $400 and a maximum capacity of 9 people.
+ SUGGESTED ITEMS TO BRING
Clothing: lightweight long pants & lightweight long sleeve t-shirts (for sun and evening bug protection), fast dry t-shirts, light rain jacket, swimsuit, closed-toed shoes (hiking shoes), sunglasses, hat, flip-flops, water shoes (optional)
Portable solar panel charger
Headlamp / flashlight / solar lamp
Snorkeling gear
Dry bag (electronics safe and dry when you are out on the water)
Camera
Binoculars
Refillable water bottle (better with filter)
Sunscreen (coral reef friendly)
Natural bug repellent
Grapefruit seed extract (used for after bite and as a natural antiseptic)
+ PLEASE NOTE
Includes 3 fresh buffet-style meals a day. Mealtimes are 7am, 1pm and 7pm. *Includes 3 nights of Standard Shared Lodging. Additional nights available on either end of the course for additional charge.
Upgrade to a Private Bungalow for an additional $200. (Triple occupancy, ideal for keeping your own social bubble within group). Only available upon booking.
Additional services such as tours, massages or alcoholic beverages are available for extra charge.
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