Columbia Reef
Also known as: Colombia
Best time to dive
January to December; November to May
What you might see
- BarracudaPossible
- Eagle rayLikely
- FrogfishLikely
- Grey reef sharkLikely
- Nurse sharkLikely
- Sea turtlePossible
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
Snorkel-friendly - Shallow Columbia section is snorkelable/suitable for beginner freedivers in calm conditions; deep section is scuba-only
Safety notes
Moderate-to-strong current, coral tunnels/caverns requiring navigation and buoyancy control to avoid contact; located within Cozumel Reefs National Park - no touching/collecting, protected coral and sponges
Permits & fees
Parque Nacional Arrecifes de Cozumel marine park fee, reported around US$5 (~90 MXN) per day, has increased over recent years - VERIFY current exact amount with operator; usually included in dive package or collected separately
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.