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Snorkeling and Scuba Diving
Costa Rica
 
snorkeling in Manual Antonio ParkDiving in the northern Pacific region is the best. Few rivers and more sun year round making this the best water in Costa Rica. Dives are along offshore islands typical of the volcanic Costa Rican shoreline. Scattered small reefs made of volcanic rock and soft corals dot a dark sandy floor. Night diving is excellent and average visibility in this area is 20-80 feet. The breaking waves on-shore do not make this area ideal for snorkeling. In Manuel Antonio National Park, snorkeling is possible in the calm, clear waters where the waves break on rocks far from the shore.

Included in your stay at lodges near Corcovado National Park on the Osa Peninsula is a half day trip to Cano Island. A half hour boat trip will take you to clear water for snorkeling and diving to holes and walls. Expect deep dives with limited bottom time and variable currents. Advanced diving. Large marine creatures are often seen.
Costa Rica Itineraries with Snorkeling and Scuba Diving
Active Romantic AdventureDescend Irazu Volcano, Raft through primary rainforest, hike the Osa Peninsula and relax at the luxurious Xandari Plantation
8 nights ~ from $2155
Best of Costa RicaTiskita Jungle Lodge, Arenal Volcano, Monteverde Cloudforest
8 nights ~ from $1997
Active Costa RicaCycling around Turrialba, Raft the Pacuare River, Surf in Quepos
8 nights ~ from $1398
Costa Rica Coast to CoastTortuguero National Park & Casa Corcovado
7 nights ~ from $1610
Tropical Forests with Manuel Antonio National ParkArenal Volcano, Monteverde Cloudforest, Manuel Antonio Beach
8 nights ~ from $1578