

Best for advanced divers, 49m, boat entry.
Cozumel Off Shore is a deep wall and reef site located off the coast of Puerto Aventuras. The site is strictly for advanced divers, with an average depth of 49 metres. Due to the significant depth, nitrogen narcosis is a primary hazard, and divers must exercise caution regarding bottom time and decompression requirements. Access to this site is exclusively by boat. Water temperatures remain warm throughout the year, ranging between 27C and 29C. Given the depth profile, this location is not suitable for snorkelling or entry-level divers.
20.46040, -86.98990
Many operators run Palancar twice in a single day, first the Caves at depth, then the Gardens as a shallower second dive.
All diving is done from day boats as liveaboards are prohibited by Marine Park regulations.
Recorded at this site
Depth
49m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-29°C
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Nov, Dec
No, this site is intended for advanced divers only due to its significant depth of 49 metres.
The site has an average depth of 49 metres.
Boat access is required to reach this site.
No, the site is not suitable for snorkelling due to the extreme depth.
The main hazards are the deep nature of the site and the risk of nitrogen narcosis.
Diving at Cozumel Off Shore in Cozumel requires the following certifications: Advanced, Deep. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Cozumel Off Shore in Cozumel. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 29°C.
The best months to visit Cozumel Off Shore in Cozumel are January, February, March, April, May, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.