Cahuita National Park
Scuba diving and snorkeling are the main attractions in Cahuita. The coral reef that lies just off shore is accessible by a short ride in a wooden boat. Within minutes, you're mask to face with over 120 species of fish, in a world vastly different from the one above sea level.
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