

Best for beginner divers, 1-8m, shore entry, mild current.
Leon is a shore-entry cavern dive located near Akumal. The site features a shallow profile ranging from 1 to 8 metres, making it accessible for beginners. Divers navigate an overhead environment where visibility typically spans 10 to 30 metres. The water temperature remains consistent between 27 and 30 degrees Celsius throughout the year, and currents are generally mild. As this is a cavern structure without direct vertical access to the surface, divers must maintain proper buoyancy control and remain aware of the overhead environment. It is recommended to dive with a guide experienced in cavern diving to ensure navigation stays within the natural light zone.
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Because this is an overhead environment, your open water certification is the minimum requirement, but make sure you dive with a guide experienced in cavern diving who can keep you within the natural light zone. Facilities are not confirmed on site, so organise tank fills and any rental gear in Akumal before you head out.
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Depth
Up to 8m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, though it requires an open water certification and a guide experienced in cavern diving to navigate the overhead environment safely.
The depth at Leon ranges between 1 and 8 metres.
Leon is a shore-entry dive site.
The site features mild currents and visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres, with water temperatures between 27 and 30 degrees Celsius.
Divers must maintain awareness of the overhead environment and ensure proper buoyancy control, as there is no direct vertical access to the surface.
Diving at Leon in Akumal requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Leon in Akumal. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Leon in Akumal are May, June, July, August, and September. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.