Tortugas

An extensive reef north of Playa del Carmen sloping gradually from about 15 m to 40 m. It is usually dived as a drift with mild to strong current, depending on the plan.

Facts

• Region: Mexico – Cozumel & Caribbean Coast
• Area: Playa del Carmen
• Depth: 15–40 m
• Level: advanced
• Current: moderate
• Type: reef, drift
• Coordinates: 20.58227, -87.1085 (approximate)
• Highlights: extensive gradual slope, turtles, drift dive
• Tips: Recommended for Advanced Open Water divers or higher.

Sources

• https://justdivenow.com/playa-del-carmen-reef-diving/
• https://prodiveinternational.com/location/mexico/playa-del-carmen-3/
• https://scubaplaya.com/en/escursion/playa-del-carmen-diving/
• https://phantomdivers.com/tours/playa-del-carmen/
• https://www.wannadive.net/spot/Central_America/Mexico/Yucatan/Playa_del_Carmen/Tortugas_Reef/index.html