

Best for beginner divers, 6-11m, shore entry, mild current.
Cardona is a shore-entry reef dive located in Puerto Aventuras, Mexico. The site features a shallow profile ranging from 6 to 11 metres, making it suitable for beginner divers to practice buoyancy control. Currents are generally mild, though visibility varies significantly depending on local conditions. Water temperatures remain between 27 and 30 degrees Celsius throughout the year. Species recorded around this area include French Angelfish, Nurse Sharks, Spotted Morays, Rock Beauty, Great Barracuda, Indian Lionfish, Queen Angelfish, Caribbean Reef Octopus, Green Morays, Spotted Scorpionfish, wrasses, groupers, whiptail stingrays, and honeycomb cowfish. Divers should confirm equipment hire and air fills with a nearby operator before arrival as on-site facilities are not guaranteed.
20.40780, -87.01950
Check visibility conditions locally before you go, as it can vary considerably and will affect how much of the reef you can take in on a given dive. Facilities are not guaranteed on site, so carry your own water and confirm equipment hire or air fills with a nearby dive operator before heading out.
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No known hazards
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
6-11m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
While not confirmed at this exact site, species recorded around this area include French Angelfish, Nurse Sharks, Spotted Morays, Great Barracuda, Indian Lionfish, and various wrasses and groupers.
Yes, the shallow depth range of 6 to 11 metres and mild currents make this site appropriate for newly certified open water divers.
The reef is located at depths between 6 and 11 metres.
Cardona is a shore-entry dive site.
The shallow depth of 6 to 11 metres makes this site accessible for snorkelling, provided conditions allow.
Diving at Cardona in Cozumel requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Cardona in Cozumel. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
Cardona in Cozumel typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.