

Best for beginner divers, 6-13m, boat entry, mild current.
Barracuda is a reef site located 500 metres offshore from Playa del Carmen, Mexico. This site is suitable for beginners, featuring an average depth of 10 metres with a range between 6 and 13 metres. Access is by boat, and divers should be aware of boat traffic and sharp coral. Conditions are generally mild with visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres and water temperatures between 27 and 30 degrees Celsius. Night diving is permitted at this location, with typical dives lasting 45 minutes. Species recorded around this area include French Angelfish, Great Barracuda, Spotted Moray, Indian Lionfish, Rock Beauty, Chain Moray, Green Moray, Nurse Shark, Spotted Scorpionfish, Chupare Stingray, Queen Angelfish, wrasses, Blue Tang, and Smooth Trunkfish.
20.55150, -87.11090
The Port Captain monitors the area and restricts it when safety standards are not met for the day.
Located to the North of Cozumel, accessible by boat with a trip duration of 15 to 20 minutes.
Recorded at this site
Depth
6-13m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Species recorded around this area include French Angelfish, Great Barracuda, Spotted Moray, Indian Lionfish, Rock Beauty, Chain Moray, Green Moray, Nurse Shark, Spotted Scorpionfish, Chupare Stingray, Queen Angelfish, wrasses, Blue Tang, and Smooth Trunkfish.
Yes, Barracuda is suitable for beginner divers.
The depth ranges from 6 to 13 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres.
Boat access is required to reach this site, which is located 500 metres from the shore.
While the site is primarily used for diving, the shallow depth range of 6 to 13 metres may accommodate snorkelling depending on surface conditions and boat support.
Diving at Barracuda in Cozumel requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Barracuda in Cozumel. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
Divers at Barracuda in Cozumel should be aware of sharks. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Barracuda in Cozumel typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Barracuda in Cozumel typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.