

Best for beginner divers, 9-12m, boat entry, mild current.
La Boya de los Locos is a combined natural and artificial reef located 1000 metres off the Cancun Hotel Zone. The site features depths between 9 and 12 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres, making it suitable for beginner divers. Conditions include mild currents and visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres. Water temperatures remain warm throughout the year, between 27 and 30 degrees Celsius. Access is by boat only, and divers must remain vigilant regarding boat traffic when surfacing. Divers should also exercise caution to avoid contact with sharp coral, rocks, and sea urchins present on the seabed.
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Watch where you put your hands and fins throughout the dive, as sharp coral, rocks, and sea urchins are present across the reef. Boat traffic in the area means you should surface close to your charter vessel and always deploy your surface marker buoy before ascending.
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Depth
9-12m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to the manageable depths and mild currents.
The site ranges from 9 to 12 metres deep, with an average depth of 10 metres.
This is a boat-only dive site located 1000 metres from the shore.
Hazards include boat traffic, sharp coral, rocks, and sea urchins. Divers should deploy a surface marker buoy before ascending and watch their buoyancy to avoid contact with the reef.
Diving at La Boya de los Locos in Cancun requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near La Boya de los Locos in Cancun. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at La Boya de los Locos in Cancun. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit La Boya de los Locos in Cancun are May, June, July, August, and September. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
La Boya de los Locos in Cancun typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at La Boya de los Locos in Cancun typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.