What level of diving experience is required for Brumel?

Brumel is rated advanced. A PADI Open Water certification or equivalent is the minimum recommended, with PADI Advanced Open Water strongly recommended for this site.

What marine life can you see at Brumel?

At Brumel, divers commonly encounter: hammerhead sharks, whale sharks, manta rays, sea lions, marine iguanas, schooling jacks.

Where is Brumel located?

Brumel is located in Costa Rica, in the Costa Rica region (coordinates: 10.5099, -85.8241).

Brumel Diving - Costa Rica, Costa Rica

Brumel is an advanced dive site near the Bat Islands (Islas Murciélagos) off Guanacaste in Costa Rica's northern Pacific. This exposed site is known for its powerful currents and seasonal bull shark encounters that draw experienced divers from around the world. The volcanic rock formations create a dramatic underwater landscape with deep channels and pinnacles where large pelagic species gather. Schools of jacks, tuna, and barracuda patrol the current-swept waters, while the rocky reef supports healthy marine growth. The combination of challenging conditions and exceptional big-animal encounters makes Brumel one of Costa Rica's most thrilling advanced dive sites.