Silverado

Cocos Islands, Costa Rica

Depth

12m

Visibility

15m - 45m

Entry

Boat

Experience Level

Beginner

Silverado

Cocos Islands, Costa Rica

Depth

12m

Visibility

15m - 45m

Entry

Boat

Experience Level

Beginner

About Silverado

This site was named for the abundance in Silver Tip Reef Sharks found here. This is also the only known feeding and cleaning station in Cocos Island for these beautiful creatures. Beautiful bottom topography and abundant marine life.

Silverado Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Other

Entry Type

Boat

Max Depth

12m

Visibility Range

15m – 45m

Experience Level

Beginner

Best Gas Mix

21%

O₂

CNS Load (45 min)

8% at 10m / 36%

O₂

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Marine Life

Groupers
Rays
Silvertip Reef Sharks
Turtles
Various

Weather Conditions

Water Temperature ℃

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Dive Site Hazards

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