

Best for beginner divers, 10-18m, shore & boat entry, mild current.
Motorcycle Reef is located 200 metres off the coast of Akumal, Mexico. This site features a combination of natural reef and artificial structures at depths ranging from 10 to 18 metres, with an average of 14 metres. Divers encounter mild currents and visibility between 10 and 30 metres. Marine life includes common sightings of Chupare Stingray, Whiptail Stingray, wrasses, and Blue Tang. Less frequent visitors include French Angelfish, Chain Moray, Great Barracuda, Green Moray, Live Sharksucker, Reef Squid, Purple Sea Fan, Caribbean Ocean Surgeonfish, boxfish, and Foureye Butterfly Fish. The site is accessible via shore or boat, with full facilities available nearby including parking, showers, and equipment rental.
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Approach the motorcycle slowly from downcurrent to avoid startling resting nurse sharks that shelter beneath the frame.
Access is by boat.
Recorded at this site
Depth
10-18m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore & Boat
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Year-round
Divers frequently encounter Chupare Stingray, Whiptail Stingray, wrasses, and Blue Tang. Other species recorded include French Angelfish, Chain Moray, Great Barracuda, Green Moray, Live Sharksucker, Reef Squid, Purple Sea Fan, Caribbean Ocean Surgeonfish, boxfish, and Foureye Butterfly Fish.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginner divers due to the mild currents and manageable depths.
The depth ranges from 10 to 18 metres, with an average depth of 14 metres.
Both shore and boat entries are possible at this site, located 200 metres from the shore.
While the site is primarily used for diving, the shallow sections may be accessible for snorkelling depending on individual comfort and surface conditions.
Diving at Motorcycle Reef in Akumal requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Motorcycle Reef in Akumal. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Motorcycle Reef in Akumal. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Motorcycle Reef in Akumal 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.
Motorcycle Reef in Akumal typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Motorcycle Reef in Akumal typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.