

Best for intermediate divers, 12-30m, boat entry, moderate current.
Abrigo Wall is a drift dive site located 1200 metres off the coast of Playa del Carmen. The reef structure features a vertical wall dropping from 12 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres. Divers experience moderate currents, requiring boat access and careful buoyancy control to avoid sharp coral formations along the wall face. Visibility typically ranges between 10 and 30 metres. Due to the current, this site is suited for intermediate divers. Dives typically last 50 minutes, and the site is available for night diving. Divers should remain close to the boat entry point and avoid contact with the reef to prevent injury.
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Current at Abrigo Wall can strengthen quickly, so time your dive to enter upcurrent of the wall and let the drift carry you along it rather than fighting back. Sharp coral edges along the wall face mean good buoyancy control is worth maintaining throughout the dive.
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Depth
12-30m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-29°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Aug, Dec
The wall drops from 12 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres.
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the presence of moderate to strong currents.
Abrigo Wall is a boat-access only site located 1200 metres from the shore.
The best months to visit are August and December.
Diving at Abrigo Wall in Cozumel requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Abrigo Wall in Cozumel. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 29°C.
The best months to visit Abrigo Wall in Cozumel are August and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at Abrigo Wall in Cozumel. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Abrigo Wall in Cozumel typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.