Guacamaya Island
The depths around Guacamaya range from 5m in the East to almost 30m in the West, offering a varied diving environment. The waters are teeming with an abundance of fish, making every dive an exciting encounter with different species and schools. Keep an eye out for rays, sharks, and turtles, which are commonly spotted in this area. If the water temperature is cool, you may even come across stingrays resting on the sandy bottom.
For those seeking a thrilling underwater adventure, Guacamaya offers the opportunity to dive alongside white tip and nurse sharks. These majestic creatures often seek refuge under the rocks at depths ranging from 10m to 15m. The area is also frequented by eagle rays, mobula rays, and devil rays, adding to the excitement of your dive.
In addition to scuba diving, Guacamaya is a great spot for snorkeling when the conditions allow. The visibility in the water is usually around 9m, ensuring you can fully appreciate the beauty of the vibrant marine life surrounding you.
Whether you're a beginner, advanced diver, or expert, Guacamaya has something to offer everyone. Don't miss the chance to explore this captivating dive site in the crystal-clear waters of Costa Rica's Guanacaste Province.
Diving Conditions Score for Guacamaya Island
Very good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Guacamaya Island
Depth
16m
Visibility
9m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Guacamaya Island
Wave Height
0.88m
Wind Speed
2.3 m/s
Water Temp
29.7°C
Visibility
31.06km
Cloud Cover
100%
Wave Period
12.45s
Air Temperature
25.1°C
Precipitation
0.1 mm
Dive Score Chart for Guacamaya Island
Best time to dive: 15:00 with score 9.307394023904383/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.86m, Wind 1.6 m/s.Best night dive time: 2:00 with score 8.649338035961273/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Guacamaya Island are affected by daylight hours. Sunrise occurs at 06:00 and sunset at 18:00, which impacts visibility and water temperature for scuba diving and snorkeling.
Score: 9.3/10
Waves: 0.86m (12.55s), Wind: 1.6 m/s
Score: 8.6/10
Waves: 0.86m, Wind: 2.7 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Guacamaya IslandAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Guacamaya Island
The dive score combines all factors to rate overall diving conditions throughout the year. Higher scores indicate better diving conditions.
Monthly Dive Score Analysis - Seasonal Diving Conditions
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Seasonal DiveScore Chart
This chart displays monthly diveScore data throughout the year, showing seasonal patterns. The data is presented as a bar chart with an overlaid line graph.Dive scores range from 1 to 10, with 10 being optimal conditions.
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Best Season for Guacamaya Island
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Guacamaya Island
Ideal Conditions for Guacamaya Island
Water Temp
26.9°C / 80.4°F
March
Visibility
13.1m / 43.0ft
December
Wave Height
1.1m / 3.6ft
November
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Guacamaya Island
Guacamaya Island shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with April being the warmest month (27.2°C) and November the coldest (21.9°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in November with average wave heights of 1.1m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in November with a low wave steepness ratio, creating gentler swells. January offers the longest wave periods (8.0s), creating more comfortable and predictable conditions for boat entries and exits. Ocean currents are slowest in January (0.5m/s) and strongest in January (0.5m/s). January is usually the driest month with 0.1mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during November to January, when ocean conditions are calmer with long-period waves and currents are typically weaker. Experienced divers might enjoy the challenges and potentially better visibility during the shoulder seasons, with moderate currents that can improve marine life encounters.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 19, 2026