This dive site, Tormentos Reef, is a vibrant fringing reef located off the coast of Cozumel, Mexico, immediately following the Yucab reef system. Situated approximately 600 meters from a sandy cove at the south end of Punta Tormentos point, the reef stretches for about 650 meters (0.4 mi). Divers typically navigate this reef as a drift dive, with a known course of 40 leading directly to the adjacent No-name reef after its conclusion. There is no specific historical information provided for the naming or discovery of this natural reef formation.
Tormentos Reef is celebrated for its abundant marine life. Frequently sighted creatures include nurse sharks, delicate seahorses, graceful sea turtles, and imposing barracudas. The healthy fringing reef structure provides a rich habitat for a variety of reef fish, sponges, and other invertebrates, although specific coral species are not detailed in the available information.
While specific best times are not mentioned, Cozumel's diving conditions are generally excellent year-round, with peak season typically from December to April, avoiding hurricane season (June-November). Divers should be prepared for strong currents, which are a characteristic feature of this site and may pose a challenge for photography or maintaining a stationary position. The maximum depth of 18 meters and an average depth of 9 meters make it accessible, but due to the currents, it is best suited for intermediate divers or freedivers comfortable with drift conditions and proficient buoyancy control.
