Manuelita

A 150m islet off the northeast corner; the sheltered south side hosts hunting whitetip reef sharks after dark, while the deeper outside wall draws larger pelagics.

Depth

5–40m

Current

Moderate

Diver level

Advanced open water

Entry

Boat

Unique features

South side is Cocos's famous whitetip night dive
Outer wall for tiger sharks, hammerheads and mantas

Sources & last checked

Checked July 2026

This is a researched draft, not yet human-verified. The seasonality and logistics are drawn from the sources below — confirm specifics (permits, fees, closures) with an operator before you book.

A Guide to the Dive Sites of Cocos Island — Aqua-Firma
Cocos Island Diving, Costa Rica — Dive The World

Note on the data: Coordinates are approximate; not surveyed dive-site GPS.