This dive site is a famous advanced-level drift dive in Cozumel, renowned for its strong, unpredictable currents. Divers are swept along a stunning, deep coral wall with breathtaking landscapes and high-voltage excitement. It is a prime spot for sighting pelagics like eagle rays, sharks, and large schools of its namesake barracuda.
Barracuda
Fast, advanced drift dive along a deep Cozumel reef.
Boat Access
22m Avg Depth
35m Max Depth
About this dive site
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Site Ratings
Big Marine Life Very Good
Macro Marine Life Good
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Very Good Viz
Plan Your Visit
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Marine Life
Barracuda
Spotted Eagle Ray
Turtle
Hawksbill Turtle
Blacktip Reef Shark
Nurse Shark
Horse-Eye Jack
Queen Angelfish
Giant Barrel Sponge
Things to Note
Difficulty:
Advanced
Requires experience managing strong, unpredictable currents and deep profiles.
Hazards:
currentdepthboat traffic
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