5-18m
    Caribbean Coast, Costa Rica
    Isla del Cano

    La esquina del jardin

    Good diving all year

    Protected Area

    Isla del Cano

    Why dive here

    With 217+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, humpback whales, orcas, sea turtles and pufferfish - La esquina del jardin offers some of Caribbean Coast's richest reef 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
    CharacterReef dive · max 5-18m
    StandoutExceptional marine biodiversity

    Alright, La esquina del jardin. This isn't your typical Caribbean postcard dive, and that's exactly why we love it. Forget the dramatic drop-offs; here, it’s all about the small stuff, the critters tucked into every crevice. We’re talking blennies, and not just any blennies. You’ll spot the shy Signal triplefin, the quirky Phallic Blenny, and if you’ve got a keen eye, the wonderfully camouflaged Sabertooth Blenny. This is a dive for the patient, for those who love to slow down and really look. The reef feels alive with subtle movement. You'll brush past soft corals, watching for the subtle flicker of a Half-banded Stargazer buried in the sand, just its eyes peeking out. Keep an eye out for Cortez chubs schooling just off the reef edge, and we've even seen False killer whales pass through here, a truly unexpected bonus. The real magic happens when you get close, noticing the intricate patterns on a Masked moray’s skin or the iridescent scales of a Sunset wrasse. We’d suggest going in the morning; the light can be lovely for photography. This site really shines for macro enthusiasts and those who appreciate the quiet hunt for unique species.

    Typical La esquina del jardin Dive Profile

    5mSafety Stop0m5m max~60 min estimated bottom time

    Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.

    Today05:2417:2211h 59m daylightGolden hour 16:55

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    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for La esquina del jardin

    La esquina del jardin Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for La esquina del jardin, 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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