

Best for intermediate divers, 12-36m, boat entry, moderate current.
San Francisco is a drift wall dive located off Cozumel Island. The site features a reef top and a wall drop-off, with depths ranging from 12 to 36 metres and an average of 25 metres. Divers experience moderate currents that facilitate the drift. Visibility typically spans 20 to 30 metres, providing clear sightlines along the reef structure and wall face. Due to the significant depth and potential for unpredictable currents, this site is suited for intermediate divers. Boat access is required for all dives. Divers should maintain strict buoyancy control to avoid contact with sharp coral and monitor depth gauges closely to manage risks associated with nitrogen narcosis and decompression.
20.37073, -87.02677
Keep your dive plan conservative on depth given the narcosis risk and the current's unpredictability; bottoming out at 36 metres on a drift leaves little margin for slow ascents. All facilities including showers, changing rooms, and a rinse station are available at the boat departure point, so you can pack light for the surface interval.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
12-36m
Visibility
20-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-29°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Mar, Apr, May, Jun
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers due to the significant depth and moderate, sometimes unpredictable, currents.
Depths at this site range from 12 to 36 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres.
Boat access is required to reach this site.
Hazards include decompression risks, nitrogen narcosis at greater depths, sharp coral, and moderate currents.
This site is primarily a drift wall dive for scuba divers, with depths reaching up to 36 metres.
Diving at San Francisco in Cozumel requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near San Francisco in Cozumel. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at San Francisco in Cozumel. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 29°C.
The best months to visit San Francisco in Cozumel are March, April, May, and June. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at San Francisco in Cozumel. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at San Francisco in Cozumel typically ranges from 20 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.