Top Things to do in Cozumel
Things to do in Cozumel, Quintana Roo: The Best Reefs
One of the top diving destinations in the world for its bright storybook coral reefs, the island of Cozumel is also home to a variety of natural beaches. Choose a beach with soft white sand for relaxing, or snorkel off a rockier vista. A destination for both adventure and romance, Cozumel has a year-round Caribbean climate, untrammeled jungle and abundant nightlife.
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1. Palancar Reef
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4,062 reviews
This beautiful reef sits in about 80 feet of water and is a popular diving spot.
Reviewed By Larry-Crystal - Florence, United States
Palancar Caves, Palancar Gardens, Palancar Big Caves, Palancar Bricks.....all great dive sites. A good Dive operation will take the time and expense to drive their boats down to the southern dive sites where visiting scuba divers will see the best variety of sea life, coral mounts, swim throughs, and pelagics. We had a great experience with ScubaLife.
2. Santa Rosa Wall
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1,301 reviews
Underwater wall with spectacular coral reefs.
Reviewed By chadmicsmith - Portland, United States
One of my favorite spots in Cozumel, Santa Rosa Wall kind of has it all with healthy reef that goes down as deep as you're willing to venture (we typically hang around 70-80 ft.) and some really cool swim throughs! The dive ends on the sand where we've been lucky enough to catch rays and larger fish like grouper hanging out waiting to put a finale on what is always an enjoyable dive. A must when diving Cozumel!
3. Parque Nacional Arrecifes de Cozumel
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 43 reviews
Huge underwater nature reserve, featuring many different species of coral and fish: a diver's delight.
Reviewed By jorgeignaciom790
Many dive sites with an incredible visibility to explore. Healthy corals, lots of sponges and many sea creatures. You could spend months diving here and not get tired of this place!
4. Columbia Reef
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1,174 reviews
Giant sea turtles and groupers await those with the courage (and the experience) to brave the fierce currents at this diving site.
Reviewed By knucklebusted - Bowling Green, United States
This was the first dive of the morning we did with Dive with Martin and we saw many things, including an octopus, spiny lobster, stingrays and a turtle. We did a really nice, large swim-through that was pretty impressive. This is one of the really great reefs available to dive off the coast of Cozumel.
5. Paseo El Cedral Reef
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 79 reviews
Reviewed By tobyt629 - Massena, United States
We dived Cedars Pass a couple of times during the week as part of the 2nd boat dive. Large green moray, nurse shark, porcupine fish and lots of the usual suspects
6. Yucab Reef
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 115 reviews
Located close to shore, this reef is a great site for beginners, full of colorful marine life.
Reviewed By davidsV1889UF - Texas, United States
I enjoyed this dive because it started in turtle grass and moved to medium size coral heads and white sand. Saw lots of sea life. The current is stronger here.
7. Maracaibo Reef
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 8 reviews
Possibly THE most challenging dive site found on this coast of Mexico, with dangerous waters full of strong currents and large, hungry (and toothy) fish.
8. Paradise (Paraiso) Reef
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 264 reviews
Brightly colored brain and star corals, sea fans and lots of sea life make this a popular diving site, especially for night diving.
Reviewed By Knagenstein - Utrecht, The Netherlands
Lots of fish and excellent visibility! 10-14 meters is enough to see tons of fish. We saw several barracudas, lobsters and lots of colourful (and curious!) fish. Great location!
9. Tormentos Reef
10. San Francisco Reef
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 183 reviews
While not very long, this reef is full of brightly colored fish and coral.
Reviewed By dvergin - Benson, United States
Our dive group had fun diving to this location! So much to see. Beautiful coral!! Got some neat pictures here.
