Only a few hours away from San José, this is an ideal diving zone during the Summer, because of the great variety of fish, lobster, and white tip sharks (Triaenodon obesus) that can be spotted in the area.
Access to the area can be by the road going to Orotina, trip lasting almost 90 minutes, from San José. You can also reach there with the local flights to runways located in Hermosa Beach, Garabito canton, and in Quepos, Aguirre canton. Access to Hermosa Beach by sea is possible thanks to a marina located in Herradura Beach, while the access to Quepos is through Puerto Quepos.
Your senses will be overwhelmed when observing the impressive rock formations and the underwater cave of the Manuel Antonio National Park, where you may explore the waters at Cathedral Point, Puerto Escondido, and the Mogote and Olocuita Islands.
Diving in Puntarenas and the Gulf Islands
An area with the convenience of a quick access, with good conditions (depending on the tides and marine currents) for snorkeling in the Curu National Wildlife Refuge and close to the tourist complexes found in the Tambor and Montezuma beaches. Also the islands located in the Gulf of Nicoya as the captivating Tortuga Island.
Activities and Sports 
