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Cocos Island Dive Expedition 2027
Cocos Island, Costa RicaLiveaboardJuly 7–18, 2027

Cocos Island Dive Expedition 2027

Hammerhead schools, whale sharks, and the wildest reef in the eastern Pacific

Join Scuba Schools of America for an expert-led dive expedition to Cocos Island from July 7 - 18, 2027. This 12-day journey includes 10 nights aboard a liveaboard and 1 night at a pre-cruise hotel, with 7 days of diving and up to 21 dives total.

From $9,899

At a glance
Duration
12 days
Destination
Cocos Island, Costa Rica
Group size
1–20 travelers
Diving level
Advanced Open Water recommended; comfortable with current and depth
Dates
July 7–18, 2027
Start
San José, Costa Rica
End
San José, Costa Rica
Starting price
$9,899
Deposit
$1,500

Why you will love this trip

What makes this trip special, and why travelers choose to come back.

Hammerhead capital of the world

Cocos is the planet’s premier site for schooling hammerheads, whale sharks, mantas, and pelagic action you can’t see anywhere else.

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10 nights aboard, 7 days of diving

Up to 21 dives across the trip with tanks, weights, and Nitrox included so you can focus on the dive, not the logistics.

Optional Costa Rica land add-on

Stay longer and add an action-packed land itinerary through Costa Rica’s rainforests and Pacific coast.

SXT concierge from start to finish

Dedicated 24/7 support, flight arrangement, custom itinerary, pre-trip ecology talk, gear discounts, and an exclusive trip gift.

Day-by-day itinerary

A clear day-by-day look at what to expect on this trip.

Included
  • Roundtrip group transfers
  • Roundtrip Transfers — Roundtrip group transfers.
  • Accommodation — Enjoy 12 days and 11 nights featuring a 10-night liveaboard experience, 1 pre-cruise hotel night, and your selected double occupancy accommodation.
  • 10 nights liveaboard
  • Up to 21 Dives — Maximum dive opportunities throughout the week, with professionally guided daily diving excursions.
  • 1 night pre-cruise hotel (accommodation of choice)
  • SXT Exclusive: Nitrox — We've upgraded your package to include UNLIMITED NITROX for the duration of our stay!
  • 7 days of diving, up to 21 dives
  • Meals, Drinks & Snacks — All onboard dining included, with freshly prepared meals, snacks, and beverages.
  • Tanks, weights, and Nitrox
  • Limited Alcohol — Some alcohol included.
  • All meals & beverages aboard (some alcohol)
  • Tanks, Weights & Guide — All essential dive equipment support included, along with experienced dive guides.
  • Club Aquarius $200 discount for Active CA Members
  • SXT Concierge Services — Dedicated support team assisting with trip planning, logistics, and on-trip needs.
  • SXT concierge: dedicated agent 24/7, flight arrangement, custom itinerary
  • Pre-Trip Events — Community events and meetups prior to departure to connect with fellow travelers.
  • Pre-trip event, Cocos ecology presentation, exclusive trip gift, custom trip video
  • Ecology Class — Educational session focused on marine life, reef systems, and ocean conservation.
  • Guest-Only Discounts — Exclusive pricing on dive training courses and equipment purchases.
  • SXT Itinerary & App — Personalized itinerary planning plus access to the digital trip management app.
  • Exclusive Trip Gift — A curated welcome gift included for all travelers.
  • Custom Trip Video — A professionally created recap video capturing highlights from the trip.
  • Financing Available — Flexible payment options available to make booking more accessible.
  • Club Aquarius Discounts — Eligible discounts applied for Club Aquarius members.
Not included
  • International airfare
  • Mandatory dive & travel insurance
  • Gratuities for hotel & liveaboard crew
  • National marine park fees ($554 as of 08/01/25)
  • Fuel surcharge ($200 as of 08/01/25)
  • Wi-Fi, upgrades, single supplement, optional activities
  • International Airfare — International flights are not included in this package. Group airfare options will be offered separately.
  • Dive & Travel Insurance — Mandatory dive and travel insurance is required and not included in package pricing.
  • Crew Gratuities — Gratuities for hotel and liveaboard crew are not included.
  • National Marine Park Fee — National Marine Park fees are not included. Current rate: $554 per person (as of 08/01/25).
  • Fuel Surcharge — Fuel surcharge is not included. Current rate: $200 per person (as of 08/01/25).
  • WiFi Access — WiFi services are not included in package pricing.
  • Optional Upgrades — Any upgrades, single supplements, courses, excursions, or additional services are optional and available at an additional cost.

Book this trip

Reserve your spot online. Choose a package and payment option to start checkout.

Cocos liveaboard cabins fill fast. Reserve with a deposit to lock your spot.

Available packages

Double Occupancy / Couple Package

For guests traveling together, including diver/diver or diver/non-diver pairings.

$9,899

Deposit from $1,500

Shared Occupancy Package

For solo travelers sharing accommodations with another guest of the same room type preference, including diver and/or non-diver pairings.

$9,899

Deposit from $1,500

Frequently asked questions

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