

Best for intermediate divers, 5-30m, shore entry, mild current.
Amancay Freediving in Playa del Carmen features a cave system ranging from 5 to 30 metres in depth, with an average of 20 metres. The site offers visibility between 20 and 30 metres, which assists in navigating the overhead environment. Conditions are generally manageable with mild currents and water temperatures between 27 and 29 degrees Celsius. Shore entry provides straightforward access to the site. Due to the overhead environment and significant depth changes, this location is suited for intermediate divers. On-site facilities include parking, toilets, showers, and changing rooms. Guided tours are available and recommended for those unfamiliar with cave diving.
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The cave environment adds genuine overhead hazard even at shallower depths, so confirm your guide briefing covers the specific exit points before you descend. Guided tours are available on site and are strongly recommended if you have not dived overhead environments before.
Private and custom experiences in the Riviera Maya are available by request.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
5-30m
Visibility
20-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
27-29°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
60 min
Species recorded around this area include French Angelfish, Nurse Shark, Great Barracuda, Chain Moray, Spotted Moray, Green Moray, Indian Lionfish, Queen Angelfish, Chupare Stingray, Rock Beauty, Blue Tang, Purple Sea Fan, Whiptail Stingray, and various wrasses.
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers due to the overhead cave environment and significant depth changes.
The cave system ranges from 5 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres.
Access to the site is via shore entry.
The site is primarily a cave dive location for intermediate divers; snorkelling is not the focus of this activity.
Diving at Amancay Freediving in Playa del Carmen requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Amancay Freediving in Playa del Carmen. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 29°C.
Amancay Freediving in Playa del Carmen typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Amancay Freediving in Playa del Carmen typically ranges from 20 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.