Scuba Diving in North Pacific Area, Costa Rica

This is one of the most frequented areas by divers from around the World. Just 30 minutes away from the Daniel Oduber International Airport in Liberia, you will be near a great concentration of diving operators in the beaches of Hermosa, Coco, and Ocotal. Other places like the Bolaños and Negritos Islands also have conditions for diving, as well as of admiring a great marine diversity; they are located at approximately one hour and 45 minutes from this airport. The temperature in this area ranges from 80ºF (24ºC) and 85ºF (27ºC), although these may vary depending on the season of the year, the currents, and the thermoclines. Don't miss the awesome arches and coral formations of Santa Elena Bay, Blanca Beach Range, and Bajo Meros (ravine), a perfect place for beginners. You may also dive in Gorda Point, Bajo Tiburones, Negritos Island, Cabros Island, and Murciélago Islands, where you might find the bull sharks which measure up to 12 feet (Carcharhinus leucas) in their natural habitat. The best time to visit this site is from March through November. Despensa Island and Catalinas Islands are also a perfect spot for observing the abundant sea life, which is difficult to find anywhere else.
All these places are great for watching different species of sharks such as the whale shark (Rhincodon typus), dolphins, morays, and rayfish, among which noteworthy is the Golden ray (Rhinoptera steindachneri) or Pacific cownose ray, of the many existing Pellagic species.

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