My First Open Water Dives

Tags snorkeling and diving

With most of my day free, I enjoy a lazy morning, reading my "Tropical Plants of Costa Rica" and sipping coffee. Mid-morning, I decide to venture to Playa Cocalito, a small beach about 15 minutes from Jinetes de Osa. Before I leave, I am given some rough directions to follow the trail, turn left and go down hill. Needless to say, I actually arrived without any wrong turns. The beach was deserted and protected by rocky outcroppings on each end. I enjoyed some tranquil beach time and returned to Jinetes de Osa in time for lunch.

Last updated: Oct 21, 2023


drake bay verdant coastline

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