

Best for beginner divers, 9-18m, shore entry, mild current.
Punta Delila is a shore-entry reef site located in Puerto Aventuras, Mexico. The site features a depth range of 9 to 18 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres, making it suitable for beginners. Divers can expect mild currents and visibility ranging from 15 to 30 metres. Marine life commonly encountered includes French Angelfish and Blue Tang. Other species recorded at the site include Rock Beauty, Great Barracuda, Nurse Shark, Spotted Moray, Caribbean Reef Octopus, Queen Angelfish, Purple Sea Fan, Spotfin Butterflyfish, Honeycomb Cowfish, Whiptail Stingray, Groupers, and Reef Squid. Night diving is available at this location, with typical dives lasting approximately 45 minutes.
20.44970, -86.99870
Recorded at this site
Depth
9-18m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Divers frequently encounter French Angelfish and Blue Tang. Other species recorded at the site include Nurse Sharks, Caribbean Reef Octopus, Spotted Moray, and various reef fish such as Groupers and Butterflyfish.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to its manageable depth range of 9 to 18 metres and mild current conditions.
The site ranges from 9 to 18 metres in depth, with an average depth of 12 metres.
Punta Delila is accessed via a shore entry.
While primarily a dive site, the shallow sections of the reef are accessible for snorkelling depending on local conditions.
Diving at Punta Delila in Cozumel requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Punta Delila in Cozumel. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
Punta Delila in Cozumel typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Punta Delila in Cozumel typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.