

Best for beginner divers, 6-13m, boat entry, mild current.
Jardines is a reef site located off the coast of Playa del Carmen, Mexico. This site is suitable for beginners, with an average depth of 9 metres and a range between 6 and 13 metres. Access is by boat, and divers should be aware of boat traffic and the presence of sharks in the area. Conditions are generally mild with visibility ranging from 18 to 30 metres. Species recorded around this area include French Angelfish, Spotted Moray, Chain Moray, Great Barracuda, Green Moray, Indian Lionfish, Nurse Shark, Rock Beauty, Spotted Scorpionfish, Chupare Stingray, Queen Angelfish, wrasses, Blue Tang, and Caribbean Ocean Surgeonfish.
20.63060, -87.02540
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
6-13m
Visibility
18-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Species recorded around this area include French Angelfish, wrasses, Blue Tang, Spotted Moray, Great Barracuda, Nurse Shark, and various surgeonfish.
Yes, Jardines is suitable for beginner divers due to the shallow depth and mild currents.
The depth at this site ranges from 6 to 13 metres, with an average depth of 9 metres.
A boat is required to access this reef site.
Yes, Jardines is suitable for both diving and snorkelling activities.
Divers and snorkellers should be aware of boat traffic and the presence of sharks in the water.
Diving at Jardines in Playa del Carmen requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Jardines in Playa del Carmen. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Jardines in Playa del Carmen are May, June, July, August, and September. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Jardines in Playa del Carmen typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Jardines in Playa del Carmen typically ranges from 18 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.