

Best for beginner divers, Up to 16m, boat entry, mild current.
Cadena is a reef site located off Tambor on the Nicoya Peninsula, accessible only by boat. The site is suitable for beginners, offering a maximum depth of 16 metres and mild currents that assist with buoyancy control. Water temperatures remain warm throughout the year, ranging between 26 and 29 degrees Celsius. Visibility at the site is variable, so conditions on the day of your dive will influence your experience. As facilities are not confirmed at this location, divers should ensure they bring all necessary equipment from their point of departure.
9.63490, -85.20860
Check with your boat operator about visibility conditions before heading out, as it can shift considerably and some days will reward you far more than others. Facilities are not confirmed at this site, so bring everything you need from the point of departure.
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No known hazards
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 16m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
26-29°C
Current
Mild
Yes, the site is suitable for newly certified divers and those building confidence, thanks to the mild currents and shallow depth profile.
The site reaches a maximum depth of 16 metres.
Cadena is a boat dive and requires a boat for access.
While the site is a reef, it is primarily accessed by boat for diving; check with your local operator regarding suitability for snorkelling.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Cadena in Central Pacific. Water temperatures range from 26°C to 29°C.
Cadena in Central Pacific typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.