

Best for advanced divers, 18-30m, boat entry, strong current.
The Mama Viña Wreck is an artificial reef located off the coast of Playa del Carmen. This former shrimp boat sits at depths ranging from 18 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres. Designed for advanced divers, the site is reached exclusively by boat and is characterised by strong currents. The wreck offers an overhead environment, requiring careful navigation to avoid entanglement hazards. Visibility at the site typically ranges between 18 and 30 metres. Divers should be prepared for drift diving conditions, with typical bottom times around 40 minutes. Water temperatures remain warm throughout the year, fluctuating between 27 and 29 degrees Celsius.
20.52200, -87.08900
Follow the currents when surfacing to be guided towards shallow depths where schools of jacks and barracuda often appear.
Access is by boat.
Recorded at this site
Depth
18-30m
Visibility
18-30m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-29°C
Current
Strong
Typical Dive
40 min
No, this site is intended for advanced divers due to the strong currents, depth, and the presence of an overhead environment within the wreck.
The wreck lies at depths between 18 and 30 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres.
The Mama Viña Wreck requires boat access.
Divers must be aware of strong currents, potential entanglement risks, and the overhead environment presented by the wreck structure.
Diving at Mama Viña Wreck in Playa del Carmen requires the following certifications: Advanced, Wreck. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Mama Viña Wreck in Playa del Carmen. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 29°C.
Mama Viña Wreck in Playa del Carmen can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.
Visibility at Mama Viña Wreck in Playa del Carmen typically ranges from 18 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.