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Diving in Guanacaste
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Costa Rica represents an ideal destination for scuba diving since its tropical climate, along with the extensive Pacific and Caribbean coastlines, allow nature lovers to find extraordinary beauty in its depths. If you have what it takes to discover our fascinating marine world, you’ll understand why Costa Rica is one of the main ecotourism destinations to enjoy the exciting adventure of scuba diving. The different coasts of the country await, with spectacular marine landscapes and the incredible biodiversity of the coral formations.
One of the distinctive features of Guanacaste is the Pacific Ocean. There’s no need to be a landlubber here, with a diverse selection of water sports for all tastes.
The diving options on offer from operators in Playa Hermosa, Cuajiniquil, Playas del Coco and Playa Ocotal are just an hour’s drive from Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport in Liberia. Other locations, such as Isla Bolaños and Isla Negritos, also offer excellent diving options and astounding marine diversity. These sites are located about one hour and forty-five minutes from the airport. Ideal sites for beginners include: Santa Elena Bay, Fila Playa Blanca and Bajo Meros. From March to November, we recommend visiting the waters of Punta Gorda, Bajo Tiburones, Isla Negritos, Isla Cabros and Islas Murciélago, where you can find bull sharks (Carcharhinus leucas) in their natural habitat.
This list from Diving Center Cuajiniquil highlights a few extraordinary sites that offer incredible biodiversity and great diving in the canton of La Cruz.
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