Cabeza de Mono Suggest edit

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IntermediateDifficulty

IntermediateRecommended cert

30Max dive depth

30.0 mSite max depth

10.0–25.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

ModerateSurge

50 minAvg dive time

December to AprilBest months

26.0–30.0 °CWater (summer)

24.0–28.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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Cabeza de Mono is a popular dive site located in Herradura, Costa Rica, known for its vibrant marine life and unique underwater rock formations. The site offers divers a chance to explore a diverse ecosystem, making it suitable for various skill levels.

Diving at Cabeza de Mono typically involves exploring rocky outcrops and coral reefs, where divers can encounter a variety of fish species, sea turtles, and occasionally larger pelagics. The underwater landscape features both shallow areas and deeper sections, providing a range of diving experiences.

Conditions

Visibility: 10.0–25.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: Moderate Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 26.0–30.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 24.0–28.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Boat Suggest edit
Permits required: No Suggest edit
Bottom types:
rock coral sand Suggest edit

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Best lighting during mid-morning, focus on wide-angle shots of reefs.

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