Caño Island

Caño Island Biological Marine Reserve is 12 nautical miles or 20 km offshore from Drake Bay.

The beauty of Isla del Caño is not found on its land, but underwater. This island's virgin waters are some of the bluest in the country, and are home to a spectacular variety of stunning marine flora and fauna as well as some gorgeous coral reefs. Isla del Caño Biological Reserve is also home to a huge variety of fish, whales and sharks.  The complete 2 km perimeter of the Island protected from commercial fishing and any other type of harvesting.  With fantastic underwater visibility, one may see on any given day, sea turtles, dolphins, rays, barracudas, and white tip sharks.

Isla del Caño is an island of considerable geographical and archeological importance. This 300-hectare piece of land was formerly a cemetery or burial ground dating back to the pre-Columbian era of the Diquis tribal people.

The Costa Rican Park service offers one small beach for visitors. There is a ranger station house, restrooms, a picnic area and shade trees.  This full day tour includes a picnic lunch, transportation to and from the Island, snorkeling equipment and a guide.