Tortugas
Classic Playa del Carmen drift dive known for sea turtles.
Boat Access
18m Avg Depth
30m Max Depth
About this dive site
This dive site is a classic Playa del Carmen drift dive along a beautiful coral reef. Named for the high probability of encountering hawksbill and green turtles, it also features impressive coral formations and abundant reef life. The moderate current allows divers to effortlessly cruise along the reef's slope.
DivingFreedivingSnorkeling
Plan Your Visit
drift diveturtlecoral reefwide angle
Marine Life
Hawksbill turtleGreen turtleSouthern stingraySpotted moray eelGreat barracudaFrench angelfishStoplight parrotfishGorgonian sea fansBrain coral
Things to Note
Difficulty:
intermediate
Can have moderate to strong currents and reaches depths of 30 meters.
Hazards:
currentdepthboat traffic
Current Strength:
Moderate

