

Best for intermediate divers, 10-17m, boat entry, mild current.
Santa Rosa Shallows is a drift reef located 1500 metres off the coast of Puerto Aventuras. Divers navigate a patchy reef system at depths ranging from 10 to 17 metres, with an average depth of 13 metres. The site features mild currents, though these can strengthen, and visibility typically spans 20 to 30 metres. Water temperatures remain between 27 and 30 degrees Celsius throughout the year. Access is by boat only. Divers should be aware of potential boat traffic when surfacing and exercise caution near any overhead environments such as swim-throughs. This site is suitable for intermediate divers and supports night diving.
20.37140, -87.02940
Although the current is typically mild, conditions can strengthen without much warning, so stay close to your group and confirm the current direction with your boat crew before descending. This site also sees boat traffic, so make sure your surface marker buoy is ready to deploy before your ascent.
Access is via boat from Cozumel.
Recorded at this site
Depth
10-17m
Visibility
20-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Nov, Dec
The site ranges from 10 to 17 metres deep, with an average depth of 13 metres.
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers.
Access to Santa Rosa Shallows is by boat only.
Hazards include boat traffic, potential overhead environments, and currents that can become strong.
The site is designated for diving and requires boat access, making it primarily a dive location.
Diving at Santa Rosa Shallows in Cozumel requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Santa Rosa Shallows in Cozumel. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Santa Rosa Shallows in Cozumel are January, February, March, April, May, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Santa Rosa Shallows in Cozumel typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Santa Rosa Shallows in Cozumel typically ranges from 20 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.