FAQ

Diving on Corn Island is just starting to grow in popularity and many dive sites have only recently been discovered, which means you will have the opportunity to dive in extremely undisturbed and pristine marine environments. In addition, our dive sites are never crowded with boats or large groups of divers. Corn island offers a truly unique underwater experience that any diver can appreciate!

Yes! We dive year round on Corn Island. The water temperature averages 79-83 degrees Fahrenheit (26-28 degrees Celsius), and the average visibility is from 50-70 feet (15-23 meters). Some dive sites can be weather dependent, and scheduled dive sites are subject to change on short notice due to changing weather conditions.

Corn Island offers a great variety of diving. Depths average 40-50 feet (12-15 meters), and currents are quite mild. We have a great variety of reef fish, nurse sharks, turtles, rays, and barracuda. We also have small critters for the macro enthusiasts such as flamingo tongues, crabs, shrimp, and nudibranchs. For the thrill seekers, if you are lucky you may find yourself alongside reef sharks, a hammerhead or two, and even a pod of dolphins!

The Corn Islands do have a “wet” and a “dry” season. The “wet” season is generally from mid-May until November, and the “dry” season is from December until mid-May. Average daytime air temperatures are around 83 degrees Fahrenheit (28 degrees Celsius). You can get up to date weather information by following this link.

Yes and no, most agencies such as PADI, SSI and NAUI can be looked up online, with this in mind there are some that cannot be. We do require proof of certification prior to diving, and if you cannot be looked up online or provide proof of certification sadly you will not be diving with us. So it is best to double check that you have your certification card with you. Keep in mind if you are relying on us to find your certification online, we are on a tropical island, and there may be times where the internet is not cooperating, so it is best to sort out proof of certification before your trip as not to run into any snags in your diving plans.

No. If you have a “YES” on your RSTC Medical Statement you will need clearance to dive from a Doctor prior to any in-water activities. As the medical facilities on Corn Island are limited in regards to certain medical testing which you may require in order for you to be cleared to dive, we currently do not accept clearance from the island. For your safety, this must be done at a facility which has access to all the medical equipment and testing procedures required in order to safely give you clearance to dive. We recommend this is done with your family doctor, or a diving doctor either in your home country, or in a location with the necessary facilities. Please note that the Instructors at Corn Island Dive Center reserve the right to have the final approval of whether or not a participant is “fit” to dive.

If you have any questions regarding the medical questionnaire, or are unsure of how to answer a question on the form, please contact us.

Anytime! But generally we have the best conditions from March-July. Some sites (such as Blowing Rock) are very wind and weather dependent, keep this in mind when planning your dive vacation, and feel free to contact us if you have questions.

Yes it is. People feel very safe on the island as the crime rate on Corn Island is very low and there is a police presence on the island with a newly renovated police station. It is advised however, to keep all valuables in a safe place when out and about, use common sense, and take normal precautions as you would while traveling in foreign countries.

Yes. The newly inaugurated Ethel Kandler Hospital boasts a 24 hour emergency room, hyperbaric chamber and X ray facility. Although, it is highly recommended to have travel insurance, or specific dive accident insurance such as D.A.N. (Divers Alert Network) that can be purchased online here prior to your trip.

Yes, at the Banpro across the airstrip from the Airport. It dispenses Cordabas and US Dollars.

Most shops and restaurants will accept either USD or the local Cordoba. If paying in USD it is best to carry smaller notes as many places do not have a large amount of change available, and try to avoid using worn or torn bills, as they are sometimes not accepted.

Yes. The electricity operates at 110V, the power is on most of the day, and rarely goes out on Corn Island (It has been known to go out occasionally, however not for long). It is a good idea to plug all of your electronics into a surge suppressor if available.

Yes there is internet access and most hotels provide WIfi for their guests. The connection is quite good, all things considered, and is more reliable and faster on Corn Island than on Little Corn Island. Please keep in mind where you are traveling to, and that there may be occasional periods without internet, or when the internet is slower than desired, however these periods are generally short.