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.

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.

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.

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.

Patrick's Point in Playas del Coco offers a diverse underwater landscape combining a natural reef, a pinnacle, and an artificial reef structure. Located 1609 metres from shore, this site is accessible only by boat. Divers typically explore depths between 12 and 25 metres, with an average depth of 18 metres. Conditions feature mild currents that can change rapidly, and visibility ranges from 10 to 30 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate between 24 and 27 degrees Celsius, with frequent thermoclines. While suitable for beginners, divers should remain aware of boat traffic and variable currents. Night diving is available, providing an alternative experience of the site's varied topography.

Playpen is a reef and artificial reef site located on the eastern side of Islas Pelonas near Playas del Coco. Situated between two islands, the site offers a sheltered environment suitable for beginners. Divers can expect depths ranging from 5 to 18 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres. Access is by boat, with the site located approximately 1000 metres from shore. Conditions are generally calm with mild currents, though surge can occur. Visibility fluctuates between 5 and 21 metres. Water temperatures typically range from 24 to 28 degrees Celsius, though seasonal variations and thermoclines may occur.