Top Things to do in Mexico
Things to do in Mexico, Mexico: The Best Reefs
With 26 UNESCO-declared world heritage sites, charming colonial towns and dozens of thrilling cities, there's plenty to explore in this country of 109 million. Outside the cities, stunning Pacific beaches, stark deserts, mangrove swamps and swimming holes provide all you need for a relaxing, romantic or adventurous vacation. Captivating, cosmopolitan and chaotic Mexico City and the 32 states offer an incredible abundance of experiences, from laid-back and leisurely to upbeat to adrenalin-charging.
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1. King's Reef
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Coral formation just offshore now being granted national protection as a natural reserve.
Reviewed By adrianmC7421BP
a beautiful beach, food, and snorkel spot, but be warned about the boat trip cost. against my wifes better judgement call, i paid what i thought was fair, 300 pesos for two round trip. we enjoyed the trip so much, we promised our server and the nearby masseuse that we would return the next day ...when we did, i found another window offering trips for 80 pesos...live and learn, but the beach is great, once you land at the dock (a ten minute mellow cruise across the bay) you are greeted by a sort of gauntlet of hosts ranging from food, drink, and snorkel gear, to tourist guides , masseurs, and trinket sales persons. we tried a couple spots on for size, and settled at the end of the beach. i cant remember the name, but it is the place with (rocko) the old pit bull. hes a sweetie with back legs that dont work, if that helps you find it. its also the last one in the line. great service, great drinks, and even some great advice on which way to go to snorkel and get the most out of snorkel time, while my wife got her massage.
2. 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.
3. Pulmo Reef
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Located in the Sea of Cortez, this coral reef makes for a beautiful dive.
4. 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!
5. 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!
6. Akumal Ecological Guides
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 139 reviews
We are a team of local guides in Akumal, and we can find sea turtles and enjoy them for an hour, on the way we can see turtles in their natural habitat, also colorful fish, coral reefs all in a sustainable way.
7. Zona de Snorkel Mahahual
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Ven a descubrir el segundo arrecife mas grande del mundo
8. 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.
9. 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
