Paradise Reef

Shallow Cozumel reef, great for beginners and night dives.

Boat Access
12m Avg Depth
15m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site, known as Paradise Reef, is located directly south of the Puerta Maya cruise ship terminal dock in Cozumel. It’s part of the Cozumel Reefs Natural Preserve and represents the northernmost reef within it. The reef consists of two parallel sections at varying depths; the deeper section descends to a maximum of 50 feet. Currents are generally mild, heading northbound but can shift unpredictably. This makes Paradise Reef an excellent choice for both beginners and experienced divers seeking a night dive experience in Cozumel. You'll likely encounter a diverse array of marine life including Splendid Toadfish, various angelfish species, white grunts, snappers, and a variety of other tropical fish alongside sponges and gorgonians.
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Site Ratings

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

Plan Your Visit

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Marine Life

Splendid ToadfishAngelfishWhite GruntsSnappersGoatfishSpiny LobsterHermit CrabTrumpet fishSea TurtlesSpongesGorgonians

Things to Note

Difficulty:

All levels

Mild currents and a maximum depth of 15 meters make it accessible for everyone, including night divers.

Hazards:
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