Mexico · Southern reef
Chunchacaab
Also known as: Chun-chacaab, Chunchaca
Best time to dive
December to May; November to February
What you might see
- Eagle rayLikely
- Sea turtleLikely
Sightings are seasonal probabilities, not promises - even in peak season nature does its own thing.
Certification & difficulty
Advanced Open Water - advanced conditions (currents/depth); dive within your training.
Snorkelling
Not a snorkel site - No - deep boat-dive reef, not a snorkel site
Safety notes
Depth (bottom time/nitrogen limits), drift current, sand channels between reef sections requiring navigation awareness
Permits & fees
Cozumel National Marine Park fee (~$3-5 USD/day), typically included in operator trip pricing
Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.
Location
Nearest hub: Cozumel
This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand dive report. Coordinates are approximate.