What level of diving experience is required for South Point?

South Point is rated beginner. A PADI Open Water certification or equivalent is the minimum recommended.

What marine life can you see at South Point?

At South Point, divers commonly encounter: hammerhead sharks, whale sharks, manta rays, sea lions, marine iguanas, schooling jacks.

Where is South Point located?

South Point is located in Costa Rica, in the Costa Rica region (coordinates: 9.3791, -84.1655).

South Point Diving - Costa Rica, Costa Rica

South Point is a beginner-friendly dive site in the Manuel Antonio area on Costa Rica's central Pacific coast. This rocky reef extends southward from the coastline, creating a natural underwater ridge with gentle slopes ideal for new divers. The reef supports diverse Pacific marine life including pufferfish, hawkfish, and colorful nudibranchs, while octopuses and moray eels hide in the rocky crevices. Schools of grunts and snappers gather along the reef edge, and occasional sea turtles and rays pass through. The calm conditions and reliable marine life make South Point a dependable and enjoyable dive for beginners exploring Costa Rica's Pacific coast.