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    Caribbean Coast, Costa Rica
    Isla Guayabo

    Diving and snorkeling point

    Good diving all year

    Protected Area

    Isla Guayabo

    Why dive here

    With 217+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, humpback whales, orcas, sea turtles and pufferfish - Diving and snorkeling point offers some of Caribbean Coast's richest diving. Water ranges 29-31°C, warmest March, April, May.

    Best timeYear-round
    WetsuitA 3mm shorty or thin full wetsuit
    Marine lifeDolphins, Humpback Whales, Orcas, Sea Turtles and Pufferfish · 217+ species recorded
    Water29-31°C · warmest March, April, May
    StandoutExceptional marine biodiversity

    Look, the Caribbean coast of Costa Rica isn't always the first place divers think of, but the Diving and Snorkeling Point is a pleasant surprise, especially if you’re just starting out or prefer a more relaxed pace. We love it for its gentle nature; it’s a perfect spot to ease into your vacation, get comfortable with your gear, or introduce someone new to the underwater world. The best way to experience it is to drift along slowly, letting the subtle current guide you. We’ve often found ourselves completely engrossed watching the Southern Blennies darting between the rocks, or the Panama sergeant majors schooling tightly. Visibility here can vary, but on a good day, it’s clear enough to spot the flashes of a Golden Croaker disappearing into a crevice or a group of Spottail Grunts meandering across the sand. Keep an eye out for the Foureye Rockskipper; they’re little characters. While you won't find dramatic drop-offs, the sheer number of smaller reef fish and the calm conditions make this a genuinely enjoyable, stress-free dive or snorkel. It’s definitely our pick for a chill morning exploring without the pressure.

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    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Diving and snorkeling point

    Diving and snorkeling point Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Diving and snorkeling point, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (9.78, -84.89) (48km away)

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    October Averages

    Sea Temperature

    29°C

    85°F · Range: 27.9–31.1°C

    Current Speed

    5 cm/s

    Direction: N (0°)

    Chlorophyll-a

    0.142 mg/m³

    Clear water

    Salinity

    28.81 PSU

    Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)

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