

Best for advanced divers, 7-24m, boat entry, moderate current.
Chunchacah is a drift dive site located off Puerto Aventuras, featuring a long mound structure composed of hard coral heads and sea fans. The topography includes crevices that provide shelter for various marine life. Divers typically experience depths ranging from 7 to 24 metres, with an average depth of 21 metres. Due to moderate currents and the nature of the terrain, this site is suitable for advanced divers. Access is strictly by boat, with dives lasting approximately 40 minutes. Visibility varies significantly, reaching up to 35 metres. Species recorded around this area include French angelfish, nurse sharks, great barracuda, queen angelfish, and Caribbean spiny lobster.
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The site is less frequently visited than central reef sites, meaning the endemic splendid toadfish may be less habituated to dive lights.
Reached by a longer boat ride from Cozumel's central dive harbours.
Recorded at this site
Depth
7-24m
Visibility
Up to 35m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
40 min
Best Time
Mar, Dec
Species recorded around this area include French angelfish, nurse sharks, great barracuda, queen angelfish, whiptail stingrays, wrasses, and Caribbean spiny lobsters.
No, Chunchacah is intended for advanced divers due to moderate currents and the site's specific topography.
The site ranges from 7 to 24 metres in depth, with an average depth of 21 metres.
Yes, boat access is required to reach this site.
This site is designated for diving and is not recommended for snorkelling due to the depth and current conditions.
The best months to dive at Chunchacah are March and December.
Diving at Chunchacah in Cozumel requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Chunchacah in Cozumel. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
Expect moderate currents at Chunchacah in Cozumel. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Chunchacah in Cozumel can reach up to 35 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.