Mexico · Palancar Reef complex
Palancar Bricks
Also known as: Ladrillos
Best time to dive
January to December; November to May
What you might see
- Eagle rayLikely
- Moray eelLikely
- Sea turtleLikely
Sightings are seasonal probabilities, not promises - even in peak season nature does its own thing.
Certification & difficulty
Open Water
Snorkelling
Not a snorkel site - No - open-water boat dive on a deep reef formation, not a snorkel site
Safety notes
Boat traffic in the popular Palancar diving area; occasional stronger current pulses
Permits & fees
Cozumel National Marine Park permit/wristband required (park covers the Palancar reef system on the island's south coast)
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.