Palancar Horseshoe
A horseshoe-shaped notch in the Palancar wall, packed with large coral heads, overhangs and giant barrel sponges. It is one of the most photographed parts of Palancar, with eagle rays often passing off the wall.
Facts
- Region: Mexico – Cozumel & Caribbean Coast
- Area: Cozumel
- Depth: 18–30 m
- Level: advanced
- Current: moderate
- Type: wall, reef, drift
- Coordinates: 20.3266, -87.03267 (approximate)
- Highlights: horseshoe-shaped notch in the wall, giant barrel sponges, large coral heads, eagle rays
- Tips: Deeper wall profile; one operator rates it advanced and recommends nitrox.