Mexico · Southwest reef
Paso del Cedral
Best time to dive
January to December; December to May
What you might see
- Eagle rayLikely
- Moray eelLikely
- Nurse sharkLikely
- Sea turtleLikely
Sightings are seasonal probabilities, not promises - even in peak season nature does its own thing.
Certification & difficulty
Open Water - advanced conditions (currents/depth); dive within your training.
Snorkelling
Not a snorkel site - Not typically marketed as a snorkel site (boat-access drift reef)
Safety notes
Buoyancy control needed to avoid contact with coral; Marine Park no-touch rules enforced
Permits & fees
Cozumel National Marine Park fee (~$3-5 USD/day); mooring-buoy-only, no anchoring
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.