QUEPOS, Costa Rica -- Marina Pez Vela, under construction at the Pacific port of Quepos, announced that its grand opening has been delayed until May 2009. It had been scheduled to open last December, but the opening was delayed when the outer breakwater was enlarged to better withstand southerly swells.

Recreation-rich Waters -- Boaters who visit the new marina in Quepos, Costa Rica, will be able to enjoy whitewater kayaking and rafting, as well as world-class sportfishing. Quepos has tour operators who specialize in both water activities.

Quepos is located in the heart of billfish waters, and world-class tournaments are held at Los Sueños Marina and Golfito to the north and south of Quepos. Nearby is Parque Manuel Antonio, one of the largest national parks and wilderness areas in Costa Rica. White-water kayaking is a popular sport in the jungle rivers that enter the Pacific near Quepos.

During winter cruising season, boats are still able to anchor outside the new yacht harbor’s breakwaters in the lee of Punta Quepos, and they will be able to use the new marina’s dinghy landing facilities.