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400 species of fish, not to mention dolphins, sharks and, occasionally, whales. Generally,
underwater visibility is best when the sea is calm.
Just south of
Punta Uva
, in front of the Punta Uva Dive Center, is a decent spot for
snorkeling, when conditions are calm. The reef is very close to the shore and features in-
clude stunning examples of reindeer coral, sheet coral and lettuce coral. The reef at
Man-
zanillo
is also easily accessible. Local operators offer snorkeling trips for about US$40 to
US$60 per person.
Diving
Divers in the southern Caribbean will discover upward of 20 dive sites, from the coral gar-
dens in shallow waters to deeper sites with amazing underwater vertical walls. Literally
hundreds of species of fish swim around here, including angelfish, parrotfish, triggerfish,
shark and different species of jack and snapper.
Reef Runner Divers
DIVING
2750-0480;
www.reefrunnerdivers.net
; 1-/2-tank dive US$65/100;
8am-6pm)
If you are not certified, you can use a temporary license for US$55 or spring for the full
PADI certification for US$335.
Hiking
There are superb coastal hiking opportunities within 15km of Puerto Viejo in
Parque Na-
White-Water Rafting
Exploradores Outdoors
RAFTING
transportation from US$99)
This outfit offers one- and two-day trips on the Ríos Pacuare and Reventazón. Staff can
pick you up and drop you off in Cahuita, Puerto Viejo, San José or Arenal, and you're free
to mix and match your pick-up and drop-off points. It has an office in the center of town.