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Monkey Head
Papagayo pinnacle dive with easy routes and rays.
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Short-boat dive from Playas del Coco; easy rocky route, sandy channel, and regular ray action, with conditions that can shift by day.
About Monkey Head
Monkey Head is a short-boat Papagayo pinnacle dive near Playas del Coco, often paired with Virador on the same outing. The rock breaks the surface, while a sandy channel and rocky shoulders keep the route easy and visual rather than technical. Expect reef fish, rays, and occasional sharks or turtles when conditions settle.
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Monkey Head Planning Details
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Reported Depth
9m - 23m
Depth Note
Published profiles place the working route around 30-75 ft / 12-22 m, with shallow rock shoulders and a sandy channel around the pinnacle.
Best Season
December to April for more active pelagic conditions; May to November for calmer, warmer water and easier diving.
Typical Conditions
Easy overall, usually on a short boat run, with sandy-channel cruising and occasional current; visibility and drift conditions vary by tide and season.
Safety & Access At Monkey Head
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Safety Notes
Watch for changing current in the channel and keep close control on buoyancy around the rock and reef shoulders.
Local Intel For Monkey Head
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Scuba Diving
Best as a relaxed boat dive. The route is straightforward, with rock structure, sandy channel sections, and a good chance of rays along the way.
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Wildlife at Monkey Head
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Research Sources
www.specialplacesofcostarica.com · Tourism
Playas del Coco boat time, terrain, and site pairing with nearby Virador.
www.travelexcellence.com · Travel
Papagayo access, easy profile, current wording, and regional marine-life context.
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