

Best for beginner divers, 3m, shore entry, mild current.
Blue Angel in Playa del Carmen is a shallow reef and artificial reef site suitable for beginners. Divers access the site from the shore, where depths average 3 metres. Conditions are generally mild with visibility ranging from 24 to 38 metres. Marine life frequently recorded at this location includes wrasses, spotted moray, and round stingray. Other species such as Caribbean reef octopus, French angelfish, and yellowhead jawfish are also present. Night diving is available at this site. Facilities on-site include parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, a rinse station, air fills, equipment rental, and guided tours. Be aware of hazards including sea urchins and sharp coral.
20.50470, -86.96080
The Blue Angel Restaurant offers a pre-dive breakfast included with your hotel stay.
Located at Carretera Costera Sur Km. 2.2, Cozumel, Quintana Roo, 77600, Mexico.
Recorded at this site
Depth
3m
Visibility
24-38m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Divers regularly encounter wrasses, spotted moray, and round stingray. Other species recorded at the site include Caribbean reef octopus, French angelfish, Indian lionfish, spotted scorpionfish, queen angelfish, viper moray, yellowhead jawfish, Caribbean ocean surgeonfish, reef squid, and drum and croaker.
Yes, this site is suitable for beginners due to its shallow average depth of 3 metres and mild currents.
The site has an average depth of 3 metres.
Blue Angel is a shore entry dive site.
Given the shallow average depth of 3 metres, the site is accessible for snorkelling.
Diving at Blue Angel in Cozumel requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Blue Angel in Cozumel. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Blue Angel in Cozumel. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
Blue Angel in Cozumel typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Blue Angel in Cozumel typically ranges from 24 metres to 38 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.