Chankanaab Shallows

Vibrant, shallow reef with abundant marine life and toadfish.

Boat Access
10m Avg Depth
15m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site offers a beautiful and accessible experience. It’s a shallow location, reaching a maximum depth of 15 meters (approximately 50 feet). The area features platforms of soft and hard coral, creating a vibrant underwater landscape. You'll find a mild current flowing predominantly south, making it suitable for divers of various levels. The marine life is abundant – expect to see large schools of snappers, an impressive array of crustaceans including lobsters, crabs, and shrimps, and the ever-present giant parrotfish. A highlight of this site is its endemic Cozumel reef species, notably the splendid toadfish, known for its unique love song. Night dives are also a popular option at this location.
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Site Ratings

Big Marine Life Good
Macro Marine Life Excellent
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Very Good Viz

Plan Your Visit

coral reefbeginner friendlydrift divemacro photographynight diveendemic species

Marine Life

splendid toadfishgiant parrotfishsnapperlobstercrabshrimpsoft coralhard coral

Things to Note

Difficulty:

All levels

Shallow depth (max 15m) and mild currents make it accessible for everyone, including night dives.

Hazards:
boat traffic
Current Strength:

Mild

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