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Manuelita

About this site

A small islet at the north end of Cocos Island offering two distinct sides. The protected inside features a coral garden with abundant marine life, while the exposed outside is a hotspot for hammerhead cleaning stations. Famous for thrilling night dives with hunting whitetip reef sharks.

Conditions

Country
Costa Rica
Region
Cocos Island
Max depth
6–40 m
Visibility
15–30 m
Water temperature
24–27°C
Difficulty
Intermediate to Advanced
Best season
June to December
Type
Wall
Suitable for
  • Scuba
Dive types
  • Wall
  • Reef
Marine life
  • Hammerheads
  • Sharks
  • Rays
  • Octopus
Photo: Kris Mikael Krister · CC BY 3.0

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