
El Aquario is a beginner-friendly dive site in the Manuel Antonio area on Costa Rica's central Pacific coast. True to its aquarium-like name, this sheltered site features calm, clear waters with a shallow rocky reef teeming with colorful tropical fish. Schools of sergeant majors, damselfish, and juvenile angelfish swirl around the coral-covered rocks, while starfish, sea cucumbers, and hermit crabs inhabit the sandy patches. The gentle conditions and extraordinary fish density make El Aquario an ideal choice for introductory dives, snorkeling, and underwater photography in a natural Pacific reef setting.
Dive El Aquario with one of these PADI or SSI certified centers within 20 km.
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Sign InGreat spot for advanced divers. Currents can be tricky but the marine life makes it worth it.
One of the best dive sites in the region. Highly recommended.