

Best for beginner divers, 11-30m, boat entry, mild current.
Cupcake is a reef and pinnacle site located in the Papagayo Gulf near the Catalina Islands. The topography consists of two large rocks separated by a shallow shelf. Divers and snorkellers can explore depths ranging from 11 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres. Access to this site is by boat only. Conditions are generally mild with visibility reaching up to 22 metres. Water temperatures remain consistent throughout the year, typically between 25 and 27 degrees Celsius. The site is suitable for beginners and offers a variety of underwater features including walls and caves.
10.45020, -85.85050
If the waters are calm, you can swim between the two islands through a rocky channel at about 50 ft.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
11-30m
Visibility
Up to 22m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
25-27°C
Current
Mild
Yes, this site is considered suitable for beginner divers.
The depth ranges from 11 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres.
Cupcake requires boat access.
Yes, the site is suitable for both diving and snorkelling, with a snorkel rating of 3 out of 5.
Sharks are present at this location.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Cupcake in Tamarindo. Water temperatures range from 25°C to 27°C.
Cupcake in Tamarindo typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Cupcake in Tamarindo can reach up to 22 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.