Shipwreck Diving

Hello, adventurous spirits and ocean lovers!

If you’re looking for a diving experience that combines history, mystery, and vibrant marine life, then Cancun and Cozumel are your ideal destinations for shipwreck diving! Dive into the depths and explore fascinating remnants of sunken ships, now transformed into amazing artificial reefs teeming with color and life.

Specific Shipwreck Diving Sites

Absolutely! For shipwreck diving enthusiasts, Cancun and Cozumel offer some very specific and captivating sites. Here are some of the most popular ones and their unique features:

In Cancun (and near Isla Mujeres):

• C-58 General Anaya: This old World War II minesweeper is one of Cancun’s most famous wrecks. It was intentionally sunk in 2000 to create an artificial reef. It lies at about 26-30 meters (85-100 feet) deep and is a magnet for barracudas, giant groupers, and, in winter, eagle rays.
• C-55 Juan de la Barrera: Another World War II minesweeper, similar to the C-58. It was also sunk with the purpose of becoming an artificial reef. It’s at a similar depth (around 22-25 meters or 75-82 feet) and is known for its good visibility and the large number of fish that inhabit it.
• Ultrafreeze (or El Frío): Located in Bahía de Mujeres, between Cancun and Isla Mujeres, this 1979 freighter/tugboat was intentionally sunk. Its hull is practically intact and lies at about 26-30 meters (85-100 feet) deep. It’s an excellent site to spot sea turtles, manta rays, groupers, and barracudas. Currents can be strong, so it’s recommended for advanced divers.

In Cozumel:

• C-53 Felipe Xicotencatl: This is Cozumel’s most well-known and popular wreck. Originally a U.S. Navy minesweeper from World War II (USS Scuffle), it was transferred to the Mexican Navy and intentionally sunk in 2000 near Chankanaab Park. It sits upright on a sandy bottom at about 24-25 meters (80-85 feet) deep, with its top at about 18 meters (60 feet). It’s accessible for Open Water divers and offers the possibility of internal penetration for more advanced divers. It’s covered in marine life, including corals, sponges, and schools of fish, and is visited by barracudas, groupers, sea turtles, and moray eels.

Keep in mind that diving conditions (current, visibility) can vary, and many of these sites are recommended for experienced divers due to depth and potential currents. It’s always essential to go with certified and experienced dive operators!

Ready to discover the secrets that lie beneath the waves? We’re waiting for you for a dive full of history and wonder!