This dive site, Santa Rosa, is a renowned location within Cozumel's impressive underwater wall. It’s consistently ranked among the most popular dives due to its dramatic topography. The area features towering coral columns that are beautifully separated by sandy expanses and deep canyons which slope downwards into the abyss. A key element of the dive is the presence of numerous swim-through tunnels, adding a unique and spectacular dimension to the experience. This creates an engaging dive with varied terrain and exciting passageways.
Santa Rosa
Famous Cozumel wall dive with dramatic swim-throughs and canyons.
Boat Access
22m Avg Depth
30m Max Depth
About this dive site
DivingFreedivingSnorkeling
Site Ratings
Big Marine Life Good
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Excellent Viz
Plan Your Visit
wall divedrift divecoral reefswim-throughdeep diveturtlewide angle
Marine Life
Turtle
Hawksbill Turtle
Spotted Eagle Ray
Splendid Toadfish
Barracuda
French Angelfish
Honeycomb Grouper
Sponge
Things to Note
Difficulty:
Advanced
Requires excellent buoyancy control for deep swim-throughs and managing drift.
Hazards:
currentdepthboat traffic
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