Central America
Bounded to the north by Mexico and to the south by Colombia. Central America is the strip of land the joins north and South America and consists of 7 countries: Belize, Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, and Panama. It is a region full of natural beauty, diversity and anthropological history. Its 2 coasts run along the Pacific Ocean, with its attractive beaches, and Caribbean Sea.
Belize has the planet’s second largest barrier reef, several offshore atolls and the world famous Great Blue Hole. Honduras is world famous for its whale shark migrations. Costa Rica has some amazing national parks for encountering wildlife, plus some great surf, and scuba diving with whales and hammerhead sharks. Panama is a Mecca for backpacker tourism in the picturesque island getaway known as Bocas del Toro. Then there are countless ancient Mayan ruins to explore in this tropical wonderland.
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Recent Central America Articles
Diving with Nudibranchs – It’s Only a Slug, Right?
To those who have never dived, the idea of a small slug-like, bottom-dweller might seem like a boring prospect. However for divers, the picture is rather different. These little, riotously-coloured creatures bejewel the ocean floor, catching the eye like glinting...
Diving with Manta Rays: Graceful Gliders
We have done some of the world's best manta dives and know that the joy of diving with these creatures is difficult to overstate. They capture divers' imaginations since they move so gracefully and majestically through the water - whether frolicking in the surf, or...
Diving with Whale Sharks: the Largest Fish in the World
If you have been there then you know. If you haven’t, then it is difficult to describe the feeling of sharing the water with this, the biggest fish in the sea. More like a whale than a shark, these fish are right at the top of most divers “To...
Diving with Barracuda – The Tiger of the Sea
Barracudas are perhaps one of the most feared marine creatures for non-divers but those in the know crave underwater encounters with these sleek and misunderstood creatures. However, many such scuba divers might agree that their villain appearance could send a shiver...
Diving with Goliath Grouper: Is the Term Jewfish Offensive?
Jewfish has been the colloquial name for the goliath grouper (Epinephelus itajara) for quite some time. Is it still being used? Is this naming a bit out of step with our politically correct times? Do you think that the term is offensive? Have we ‘evolved’ into such a...
Costa Rica Tourist Attractions – Vacations in Central America
Costa Rica, the ‘rich coast’ is becoming known as the jewel in the crown of central American tourism. What makes it so special? Why should you consider it as travel destination for your next tropical getaway? Its renowned diving destination, Cocos...
Why diving in Belize is more than just the Blue Hole
When you think of diving in Belize, the Blue Hole probably jumps to mind first. Yes, it's famous for a reason - its near-perfect circular form, its plunging blue depths. But Belize isn't a one-dive wonder. Beyond the brochures and Instagram shots, Belize holds a...
In the Shadow of the Volcanoes: Exploring El Salvador’s Dramatic Landscapes
El Salvador, the smallest country in Central America, has a rich and complex history. Once home to the ancient Pipil civilization, it was later colonized by Spain in the 16th century. After gaining independence from Spain in 1821, it briefly joined the Federal...
Seasonal Marine Life Migrations: Best Times and Places to Dive
Snorkelling among fish on a coral reef - Freepik Each year, a breathtaking spectacle unfolds beneath the ocean waves as marine life embarks on epic migrations. The timing of these migrations isn't random; it's intricately linked to the seasons, water temperature, and...