

Best for beginner divers, 3-11m, shore entry, mild current.
Paradise Reef in Puerto Aventuras, Mexico, is a shallow reef and artificial reef site suitable for beginner divers. The site features depths ranging from 3 to 11 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres. Divers typically complete 50-minute dives here. Entry is via the shore, and conditions include mild currents, though divers should be aware of potential surge and sharp coral. Visibility varies between 10 and 30 metres. The site is well-supported by local facilities, including parking, equipment rental, air fills, and a dive shop. Night diving is also available at this location.
20.44320, -87.00420
If diving as a shore dive from the Caleta, it requires strong kicking against the current to return to the starting point.
Located south of Puerto Maya Cruise Ship Pier. Can be accessed as a shore dive from the Caleta by experienced divers or via boat.
Recorded at this site
Depth
3-11m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Yes, the site is suitable for beginner divers.
The depth ranges from 3 to 11 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres.
Access to the site is via the shore.
Divers should be cautious of sharp coral, strong currents, and surge.
Yes, equipment rental, air fills, and gear storage are available on-site.
Diving at Paradise Reef in San Miguel de Cozumel requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Paradise Reef in San Miguel de Cozumel typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Paradise Reef in San Miguel de Cozumel typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.