Diving school in Panama
Come be part of the ultimate diving adventure in Coiba – explore the stunning underwater world like never before!
Embark on a one-of-a-kind scuba diving adventure in Coiba National Park
Our location gives us complete acces to the Coiba National Park and The Archipelago of Contreras.
Expert guides take you to the best dive sites in Coiba National Park.
Professional ScubaPro and XDeep dive gear. For more comfortable and enjoyable dives.
Dive in crystal clear waters and discover reefs, sharks, manta rays and impressive marine biodiversity.
Diving with Dive Base Coiba
Dive Base Coiba is the first dive center in Pixvae, just 20 short minutes from Coiba National Park.
We are dedicated to guiding divers on an unforgettable journey through the spectacular underwater world of Coiba National Park, the best diving in Panama. Whether you are an experienced diver or a curious adventurer taking your first step, you have chosen the perfect place!
We pride ourselves on being one of the largest and most prestigious dive centers in Panama, offering professional PADI courses and dive trips to Coiba Island, tailored to all levels of divers.
Our commitment to superior customer service and safety guarantees unforgettable dive excursions.

How to get to Pixvae?
Pixvae is an excellent place for divers to explore Coiba and the Contreras Archipelago. With easy access to local dive sites, the area offers a wide variety of marine life for all levels. Non-divers can enjoy the beaches, mangroves and local culture. Pixvae is a quiet town with friendly people and delicious cuisine, making it the ideal place for an unforgettable adventure in Panama.
Discover our diving services in Coiba Island. Jump into our crystal clear waters and discover why Coiba is among some of the best places to dive in the world.
In addition to our range of dive packages and excursions, we also offer individual and multi-day guided tours to discover Coiba National Park and the local Pixvae area. Both areas have an abundance of wildlife and places of interest, both natural and cultural.

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What our customers say
The absolute best experience! - I have lived in Panama for almost 13 years and have been to Pixvae and with Kevan Mantell several times. It never gets old or boring.
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This trip is only for experienced travelers who are looking for adventure. If you're boring and need the comforts of an air conditioned hotel with animals in cages then this isn't the place for you. Go to Disney.
I have traveled here with friends, husband and my 3 kids ranging in age from 6-16 years old several times. From Sona to Pixvae, it's 2 hours on a rough gravel road. A strong SUV is necessary, some snacks, a beer or 2 and a love of adventure. It's up and down, curvy, through creeks, waving to the locals on horseback, waiting for the cows to move, watching the butterflies float past the car, listening to the howlers in the distance. Pretty boring right?
This past weekend was the best to the point that my now 7 year old asked why we kept stopping to watch all the Humpback whales. From the boat we saw more whale than we could count, jumping dolphin and jumping rays, sea turtles, flying fish, other jumping fish. Snorkeling we saw sea turtles, white tipped shark, octopus, eels, so many fish. The scuba divers saw all of that plus a 15 foot manta ray.
And to top off all of that, Kevan Mantell is an amazingly experienced and knowledgeable marine biologist who knows the ocean like it's his backyard. When I was snorkeling, he told me to go to a specific area where I would find a specific coral and there would be a shark there. And he was exactly right. Another spot he told us about the giant male sea turtle that lives in the area and sure enough, we found him too. His gentle nature and massive amount of knowledge about the ocean puts the cherry on top.
The house he sets up for us is a basic concrete structure with the bare necessities so be prepared for a cold shower and simple rooms. Bring your own cooler packed with snacks and ice. The town has no electricity. The ladies cooked breakfast and dinner for us - delicious meals that filled us up after a day out on the boat.
This trip is really only for those who love adventure. If you're looking for a touristy destination with some pre-packaged enjoyment, this is not for you. But for the adventure seekers, it doesn't get much better than this.

September 24, 2018





