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Snorkeling & Diving

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What tropical getaway is complete without a dip into the great big unknown that lies just below sea level? With two different coasts to choose from and more than 7,000 different marine species you'll find every different shape, color and size of tropical fish among flourishing coral gardens, expansive underwater canyons, ship wrecks and more in Costa Rica. Costa Rica's incredible biodiversity attracts underwater explorers of all experience levels from every corner of the world.


Caño Island August 19, 2013. Cano Island is the most popular snorkeling destination off Costa Rica's southern Pacific coast.
A snorkeler holds a star fish at the Whale's Tail in Ballena National Marine Park on August 23, 2013.
Jessica Russo, a dive master at Reef Runner Divers, unloads scuba tanks after diving in Puerto Viejo on Oct. 15, 2013.

Last updated: Oct 22, 2023


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