SCUBA DIVING IN COZUMEL

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DIVING

Cozumel's limestone shore is surrounded by temperate, crystal clear waters, which range from stunning turquoise to deep indigo.

With over 30 kilometers of reefs, water visibility to 200 feet, and over 200 species of tropical fish, Cozumel is considered by many as the finest dive destination in the Atlantic. Water temperatures range from summer highs in the low 80's (F) to winter highs in the low 70's (F).

An excellent resource for selecting a dive shop can be found at:

There are 17 dive sites on the island:

For snorkelers, there are plenty of places to go off the shore such as Playa Corona or Chankanaab Park. Snorkeling trips by boat are available, but our recommendation is to save your money and find locations via moped or car. Talk to the local divers and they will tell you where to go.

Water depths range from as shallow as 10 to 100 feet. Water current conditions vary from light to moderate to strong.

DIVE MAP

1 La Mancha Grande 2 La Mancha Chica 3 Punta Maroma 4 Cerebros 5 Los Arcos N. 6 Los Arcos S. 7 El Cofre 8 Xcalacoco N. 9 Xcalacoco S. 10 Moc Che 11 Chen Zumbul 12 El Esfuerzo 13 Sabalos 14 Barracuda 15 Wreck: Mama Vina 16 Ina 17 Islote 18 Punta Venados 19 Punta Venadito

CLIMATE

Average air temperature: 80°F [27°C]
July/August - High 80's to low 90's°F [32°C]
December/January - Mid 70's°F [24°C]

Winter Months: Cold fronts may create windy, cloudy and cooler weather. Afternoon thunderstorms are common, usually lasting for an hour.

Water temperatures range from 77°-82°F [25°-28°C] throughout the year.

AVERAGE DIVING COSTS

Diving a la carte PADI Instruction

Introductory Resort Course	$65
Refresher Course	$55
O.W. Referrals w/boat	$190
Experienced Diver Program	$230
O.W. Certification w/boat dive	$350
Includes all the equipment
Advanced Open Water	$275
Rescue Diver	Inquire
Dive Master	Inquire

Dive Trips

2-Tank Boat Dive (9:00 am departure, includes tanks, weight, belt, lunch served on board and taxi pickup at 8:30 am from hotel)	$57
Night Dive	$35

Equipment Rentals

Scubapro regulator with octopus and depth/pressure gauge	$8
Scubapro BCD with Power Inflator	$8
Mask, Fins, and Snorkel	$5
Wet Suit	$6
Camera with 100-ASA 36-exposure film	$32
Light	$7
Computer	$9
Special with boat trip: Reg.BC, Mask, Snorkel, Fins	$16