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Dive with Martin

3.7 — based on 19 community signals
4.2 12 species 24 contributors

Year-round diving in Mexico with consistent conditions and diverse marine life observations documented by the local community.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers.

updated 4 months ago
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At a glance

Activity
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Best months
Year-round
Marine life
Great barracuda

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Conditions today

Conditions

Open-Meteo
Wind
4.9 kn
Wave
0.22 m
Water
30.5°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: E (31%)
Now: NE (52°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 0.25m

Next: High at 05:00 (+0.16m)

+0.2 m0 m-0.0 m
▼ 23:00 · +0.04m ▲ 05:00 · +0.16m ▼ 11:00 · -0.02m ▲ 17:00 · +0.13m Now +0.0m
Fri 18Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24
UV8.25 · very high Air PM2.53 · good 06:35 18:47
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-18 6.3 0.24 8 2mm
09-19 6.7 0.24 8 5mm
09-20 6.5 0.26 8 14mm
09-21 4.7 0.26 8 29mm
09-22 7.1 0.26 8 22mm
09-23 5.8 0.22 8 18mm
09-24 4.8 0.22 7 17mm

About this spot

Dive with Martin offers year-round access to Mexico's underwater world. The site welcomes divers across all seasons, making it easy to plan trips without worrying about weather windows or seasonal closures. Community divers have logged 12 species observations at the site, giving you a solid sense of what to expect below the surface. The area sits outside a marine protected area, so standard Mexican diving regulations apply. Local knowledge shines through three community-contributed videos that show real dive conditions and what you'll encounter underwater. This video library is invaluable for assessing whether the site matches your skills and interests. The coral here shows no stress indicators, meaning the reef environment is stable and healthy—good news for both marine life and photo opportunities. Whether you're planning your first Mexico dive trip or adding another site to your log, Dive with Martin's year-round availability and documented marine life make it a reliable choice. The community presence suggests a welcoming, active dive scene with real divers sharing honest conditions reports.

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Best months

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Marine life

Great barracuda

Dive types

Reef

Trip essentials

Everything you need before you pack — checklist, sun, logistics.

Trip checklist

  • 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
  • 📜 C-card + dive insurance (DAN)
  • 📔 Dive logbook
  • 🧴 Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+
  • 🔌 Plug type A/B · 127V adapter
  • 💊 Seasickness meds + ear drops
  • 📱 Offline maps + emergency contact

Quick facts

  • 🌓 Moon First quarter · 47%
  • GPS
Sustainability disclosures
🌍 CO2 footprint LHR ↔ 8005km · ~1841kg · €33

From your departure country

United States
Origin score: 96/100
  • Visa: Visa-free · 90 days max
  • Flight: 11h · direct
  • Jet-lag: 1h east · 1 day recovery

FAQ

Can I dive here year-round?

Yes. Dive with Martin is open and diveable throughout the year, so you can plan trips to Mexico whenever suits your schedule.

What marine life will I see?

The site has 12 documented species observations logged by the diving community. Watch the three community videos to see actual footage of what dives here produce.

Is this a protected area?

No. Dive with Martin sits outside marine protected areas, so standard Mexican diving rules and local operator guidelines apply.

How do I know if this site suits me?

Check the three community videos posted by local divers. They show real conditions, visibility, and marine life encounters that will help you decide if it's right for your experience level.

Operators near this spot

Dive centres, kite & surf schools within 10 km, sourced from OpenStreetMap.

Roberta's Scuba Shack

0.4 km
Dive centre

Scuba XOC Dive Center Cozumel

1.4 km
4.9 (210 reviews) open now
Dive centre
Verified Booked 27+ times this month
Hours: Friday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Scuba Life Cozumel

1.3 km
5.0 (1,233 reviews) open now
Dive centre
Verified Booked 35+ times this month
Hours: Friday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Villa Blanca Wall

1.9 km
Dive centre

Cozumel Dive School

4.5 km
Dive centre

Recently spotted by divers

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See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

Cozumel Mexico Diving 2022 Dive with Martin

Kotek Time
💬 1 top comments
  • Beautiful! Can I ask what hotel or resort you stayed at and did you like it?

    @397coney7 · 👍 0

Cozumel 2012-Park Royal / Dive with Martin

Jim K
💬 3 top comments
  • @CZMPaddi Sure. glad you liked it

    @jimkinner · 👍 0
  • @mandrews619 I used a GOPRO HD HERO with a flat lens housing purchased from Eye of Mine. It also has the rear LCD screen option. The camera packs easily and really does Ok down there, but struggles with light exposure at times,has a very wide angle fixed lens, and has no image stabilization. I tweaked the red levels up with my editing program.

    @jimkinner · 👍 0
  • haa never saw a camouflage wet suit before lol

    @w8n4theboat · 👍 0

Visit Cozumel & Dive With Martin

Martin King
wind peaks Mar-Jan-Feb, calmest Jul-Aug-Sep, dry Jan-Dec.

5-year monthly climate

60 samples
0 5 10 15 20 25 JFMAMJJASOND
p25–p75 range Median Wind (kn) Air (°C)
Visibility (month-by-month)
Best: Apr (100/100) Worst: Jan (0/100) Now: Sep (98/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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