

Best for intermediate divers, 6-14m, boat entry, moderate current.
La Francesa is a drift dive site located off Playa del Carmen, Mexico. This reef and wall formation offers depths ranging from 6 to 14 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres. Divers access the site exclusively by boat. Conditions include moderate currents and visibility typically between 15 and 30 metres. The site is suitable for intermediate divers, with typical dive times lasting around 50 minutes. Night diving is permitted at this location. Divers should be aware of potential surge when planning their dive. Water temperatures remain warm throughout the year, ranging from 27 to 30 degrees Celsius.
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The site sits outside a marine protected area, so access is straightforward with standard procedures.
Recorded at this site
Depth
6-14m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Year-round
No, this site is classified for intermediate divers due to the drift conditions and potential surge.
The site has a depth range of 6 to 14 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres.
La Francesa requires boat access; it is not a shore dive.
The site is primarily a drift dive location for scuba divers, and boat access is required.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at La Francesa in Cozumel. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit La Francesa in Cozumel are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at La Francesa in Cozumel. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at La Francesa in Cozumel typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.