Meros is a sheltered reef located in the Papagayo Gulf, offering a relaxed diving experience suitable for beginners. The site reaches a maximum depth of 12 metres, allowing for long dives averaging 65 minutes. Divers can encounter various marine life, including jewel moray, Cortez angelfish, king angelfish, pufferfish, groupers, threebanded butterflyfish, white-spotted puffer, guineafowl puffer, wrasses, yellowfin surgeonfish, pixy hawkfish, cardinalfish, Panamic sergeant major, and snails. Water temperatures remain warm between 27 and 29 degrees Celsius. Access to the site requires a boat, and visibility typically reaches 8 metres, though conditions can be variable. Guided tours and equipment rentals are available through local dive shops.

Virador is a volcanic islet located near Monkey Head in the Papagayo Gulf. The site features a diverse topography including a reef, a pinnacle, and a cave system. Divers can explore a shallow cave located at 10 metres, with depths across the site ranging from 8 to 21 metres and an average of 18 metres. Access is by boat only. Conditions vary, with visibility typically between 10 and 25 metres and moderate currents. Water temperatures fluctuate significantly due to potential thermoclines, ranging from 18 to 28 degrees Celsius. Hazards at this site include jellyfish, sharks, and stonefish. The site is suitable for intermediate divers and offers a 4/5 rating for snorkelling.

Monkey Head is a distinctive pinnacle located 7000 metres from Playas del Coco. The site features a combination of reef, wall, and artificial reef structures, reaching depths between 1 and 25 metres with an average of 18 metres. Access is by boat only, and the site is suited for intermediate divers due to moderate currents and potential surge. Visibility ranges from 2 to 30 metres, and thermoclines are common throughout the year. Water temperatures remain between 24 and 27 degrees Celsius. Divers should be prepared for strong currents and surge conditions during their 50-minute dives.

Punta Ballena is a reef site located 1000 metres offshore from Playas del Coco. Divers typically explore depths between 7 and 19 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres. Access is strictly by boat, and the site is suitable for beginners, though moderate and unpredictable currents require caution. Visibility varies significantly, ranging from 6 to 23 metres. Water temperatures remain between 24 and 28 degrees Celsius. Hazards include jellyfish near the surface, sharks, and strong currents. Guided boat charters are recommended for all divers to manage these conditions effectively. Air fills and equipment rental are available locally for those not travelling with their own gear.

Monkey Head Rock is a volcanic formation in the Papagayo Gulf that resembles a primate head. This boat-access site features a reef, drop-offs, and a pinnacle reaching depths of 30 metres. Conditions vary, with visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres and mild currents, though divers should be aware of potential surge and deep water. The site is suitable for intermediate divers and offers excellent snorkelling around the base of the rock. Species recorded around this area include pufferfish. Water temperatures typically range between 24C and 26C throughout the year.

Playa Buena is a reef site located in Playas del Coco, offering shore access for snorkelers. The site features rock and coral formations at both ends of the beach, with depths ranging from 1 to 4 metres and an average of 2 metres. Conditions are generally suitable for beginners, though visitors should be aware of potential rip currents, sea urchins, and sharp coral. Visibility varies significantly from 3 to 27 metres. Water temperatures typically range between 27C and 29C, though the Papagayo winds from December to March can cause cooler temperatures and thermoclines. Species recorded around this area include various moray eels, angelfish, wrasses, groupers, and reef sharks.

Punta Ballana is a reef site located 8000 metres offshore from Playas del Coco. This boat-accessible dive features depths ranging from 15 to 24 metres, with an average depth of 18 metres. Divers should be prepared for moderate currents and visibility that fluctuates between 5 and 17 metres. Water temperatures typically range from 24C to 27C, though significant thermoclines can occur, with temperatures occasionally dropping to 18C or rising to 29C. Marine life recorded at the site includes Cortez Angelfish, wrasses, Threebanded Butterflyfish, Guineafowl Puffer, Pelagic Sea Snake, Sea Hare, soldierfish, crabs, sea stars, Sally Lightfoot crabs, snails, and kelpfish. Hazards include sharks and strong currents.

Playa Hermosa in Playas del Coco is a shallow reef site featuring volcanic rock formations at its northern tip. Divers and snorkellers typically explore the area around the rocky outcroppings near Hotel Condovac, which are best accessed during high tide. The site is suitable for beginners, with depths ranging from 1 to 10 metres and an average depth of 3 metres. Entry is from the shore, and conditions include mild currents and visibility between 3 and 10 metres. Water temperatures remain warm, though thermoclines can bring cooler water to depth between December and April. Hazards at this site include jellyfish and sharp coral.