Yucab Reef

Vibrant shallow reef with abundant coral and consistent currents.

Boat Access
14m Avg Depth
17m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site, Yucab, is a popular second choice for many Cozumel diving operators. Located in shallower waters, it offers a vibrant and lively experience with abundant hard coral species like various colorful varieties and massive barrel sponges. The reef benefits from consistent, modest currents that flow south to north throughout the year, promoting healthy coral growth. Divers can expect encounters with fascinating marine life including scorpion fish, an impressive number of lobsters (often seen sleeping), swimming or resting nurse sharks and turtles (both Green and Hawksbill). A unique feature is the endemic Splendid Toadfish. The northern section of the site features sand canals that lead divers to Tormentos.

Diving Freediving Snorkeling

Site Ratings

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

Plan Your Visit

drift divecoral reefturtlesharkbeginner friendlywide angle

Marine Life

Splendid ToadfishNurse sharkGreen turtleHawksbill turtleScorpion fishLobsterBarracudaParrotfishSting raySea anemoneBarrel spongeHard corals

Things to Note

Difficulty:

Beginner

Shallow depth and mild, consistent currents make it an easy, relaxing dive suitable for all skill levels.

Hazards:
currentboat traffic

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