

Best for intermediate divers, 10-18m, boat entry, moderate current.
Herradura is a reef and wall dive located off the Cancun Hotel Zone, offering a varied underwater topography for intermediate divers. The site features a combination of reef structures and vertical wall sections, with depths ranging from 10 to 18 metres. Divers should expect moderate currents that can shift quickly, requiring careful monitoring of depth and proximity to the boat. Access is exclusively by boat, with typical dive times around 40 minutes. Visibility fluctuates between 10 and 30 metres, and water temperatures remain warm, ranging from 27 to 30 degrees Celsius throughout the year. Due to the potential for strong currents and depth, this site is best suited for experienced divers.
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Current at Herradura can shift quickly, so plan your descent to get below the surface current early and stay close to your divemaster for drift positioning. Book your boat departure for morning when conditions tend to be calmer and visibility is at its best.
Straight out from Akumal Bay.
Recorded at this site
Depth
10-18m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
40 min
Best Time
Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
The site has a depth range of 10 to 18 metres, with an average depth of 16 metres.
No, Herradura is classified for intermediate divers due to the presence of moderate currents and significant depths.
Access to Herradura is by boat only; a boat is required to reach the reef.
The main hazards include significant depths and strong currents that can shift without warning.
Diving at Herradura in Cancun requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Herradura in Cancun. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Herradura in Cancun are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, and November. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at Herradura in Cancun. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Herradura in Cancun typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.