6 hours · Moderate
Caño Island Diving
Two-tank dives at one of the best Pacific dive sites in Costa Rica. Expect schools of jacks, white-tip reef sharks, rays, and sea turtles in warm tropical water.
What’s included
- ✓Reserve entrance fees
- ✓Full dive gear
- ✓Boat and captain
- ✓Certified PADI guide / instructor
- ✓Two dives
- ✓Lunch on the beach
- ✓Fresh fruit on board
Itinerary
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7:30 AM
Departure from Drake Bay
About one hour on the boat to Caño Island. Six marked dive sites to choose from depending on conditions.
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8:45 AM
First dive (~45 min)
One of the Caño reef sites.
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9:45 AM
Surface interval on the island
Rest, hydrate, brief for the next dive.
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10:45 AM
Second dive (~45 min)
Different site from the first, selected by the divemaster.
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12:00 PM
Lunch at San Josecito Beach
Picnic on one of the nearby beaches before the return boat.
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2:00 PM
Back in Drake Bay
Approximate return — varies with sea.
Wildlife you may see
- White-tip reef sharks
- Sea turtles
- Rays
- Oceanic fish schools
Certified divers only — we verify your card before the boat leaves.
What to bring
Sandals, shorts, t-shirt, sunblock, water, hat, your certification card, and a waterproof camera if you have one.