

Best for beginner divers, 10-18m, boat entry, mild current.
Cocalito is a boat-access reef dive located off Tortuga Island. The site features a moderately deep slope with reef and canyon structures, ranging from 10 to 18 metres in depth with an average of 14 metres. Visibility typically spans 10 to 20 metres, and the water temperature remains between 26 and 28 degrees Celsius. The current is generally mild, making it suitable for beginner divers. Divers should exercise caution around sharp rock and coral formations to avoid injury. Hazards include jellyfish, stonefish, and active boat traffic. Maintain neutral buoyancy and use a surface marker buoy or the anchor line for ascents.
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Time your visit for low tide, as the beach route disappears at high tide and currents increase.
Drive or take a taxi to the Tango Mar Hotel, follow the road past the gate to a small car park, then walk 10 minutes to the waterfall. Alternatively, hike 13 km from Montezuma.
Recorded at this site
Depth
10-18m
Visibility
10-20m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
26-28°C
Current
Mild
Yes, the site is suitable for beginner divers due to the mild current and manageable depth profile.
The reef depth ranges from 10 to 18 metres, with an average depth of 14 metres.
Cocalito is a boat-access site; a boat is required to reach the reef.
Divers should be aware of jellyfish, stonefish, sharp coral and rock formations, and active boat traffic in the area.
The site is primarily designated for diving, and boat traffic makes it necessary to stay close to a dive flag or surface marker buoy.
Diving at Cocalito in Paquera requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Cocalito in Paquera. Water temperatures range from 26°C to 28°C.
Cocalito in Paquera typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Cocalito in Paquera typically ranges from 10 metres to 20 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.