This dive site offers exceptional wall diving, showcasing a remarkable abundance of marine life. Caño Island is renowned for its pristine corals and diverse underwater ecosystems. The island boasts an unmatched variety of both soft and hard corals. It’s a truly special location within Costa Rica.
The Lighthouse
Pristine coral wall dive with abundant marine life.
Boat Access
18m Avg Depth
30m Max Depth
About this dive site
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Site Ratings
Big Marine Life Good
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Very Good Viz
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Plan Your Visit
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Marine Life
Reef Shark
Schooling Fish
Coral
Snowflake Moray
Nurse Shark
Spotted Eagle Ray
Reef Manta Ray
Hawksbill Turtle
Things to Note
Difficulty:
intermediate
Potential for depth on the wall and moderate currents.
Hazards:
currentdepthboat traffic
Current Strength:
Moderate
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