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A majestic great barracuda swims gracefully in clear ocean waters alongside a diver, showcasing underwater life.
📷 Leonardo Lamas · Pexels

Barracuda Reef

3.7 — based on 19 community signals
4.2 12 especies 29 colaboradores

Barracuda Reef is a year-round Mexican dive destination known for healthy coral ecosystems and abundant barracuda sightings.

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 4 months ago
Dificultad
Principiante
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De un vistazo

Actividad
dive
Dificultad
beginner
Mejores meses
Todo el año
Vida marina
Barracuda, Tortuga verde, Tortuga carey

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Mapa de ubicación de Barracuda Reef © Google · Datos del mapa © Google, colaboradores
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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

Open-Meteo
Viento
4.9 kn
Olas
0.22 m
Agua
30.5°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: E (31%)
Now: NE (52°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 0.25m

Próxima: Alta a las 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 Ahora +0.0m
Vie 18Sáb 19Dom 20Lun 21Mar 22Mié 23Jue 24
UV8.45 · very high Aire PM2.53 · good 06:35 18:47
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
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

Barracuda Reef offers consistent diving opportunities throughout the year off Mexico's coast. The site supports healthy coral with no bleaching stress, making it a reliable choice for divers seeking vibrant reef ecosystems. Twelve documented species observations confirm the reef's marine biodiversity, while three community videos provide insight into conditions and wildlife encounters. The reef attracts divers interested in barracuda behavior and reef ecology. Local marine data shows the site maintains good health status, indicating stable conditions for coral and fish populations. Year-round accessibility means you can plan your trip based on other factors rather than seasonal closures. Visit during any season to explore the reef's established dive routes. Check with local dive operators before booking to confirm current conditions, required equipment, and group sizes. The site's protected coral status reflects its ecological importance to the regional ecosystem.

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Mejores meses

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

Vida marina

BarracudaTortuga verdeTortuga carey

Tipos de buceo

Arrecife

Esenciales del viaje

Todo lo que necesitas antes de hacer la maleta — checklist, sol, logística.

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
Información de sostenibilidad
🌍 CO2 footprint MAD ↔ 7996km · ~1839kg · €33

Desde tu país de salida

Estados Unidos
Puntuación de origen: 96/100
  • Visado: Sin visado · 90 días máx.
  • Vuelo: 11h · directo
  • Jet-lag: 1h este · 1 día de recuperación

Preguntas frecuentes

When is the best time to dive Barracuda Reef?

Barracuda Reef is diveable year-round, so you can plan your trip based on your schedule and other travel factors. Contact local operators for seasonal variations in sea conditions or water clarity.

What marine life should I expect at Barracuda Reef?

The reef is named for barracuda sightings. Twelve documented species observations confirm diverse marine life inhabits the site. Healthy coral with no bleaching stress supports a full reef ecosystem.

Do I need permits or permissions to dive here?

Barracuda Reef is not inside a Marine Protected Area, so standard diving regulations apply. Confirm any local requirements with your operator before your dive.

Can I watch videos of this dive site first?

Yes. Three community videos document conditions and wildlife at Barracuda Reef, giving you a preview of what to expect before you visit.

Operadores cerca de este spot

Centros de buceo, escuelas de kite y surf en un radio de 10 km, desde OpenStreetMap.

Barracuda Reef

0 km
Centro de buceo

San Juan Reef

4.4 km
Centro de buceo

Cantarell Sand Reef

5.4 km
Centro de buceo

Cozumel Dive School

7.5 km
Centro de buceo

Recently spotted by divers

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Observaciones verificadas de especies marinas

77 registros · 27 especies · fuentes: OBIS, GBIF

Elysia

Gastropoda · Plakobranchidae
OBIS
Última observación:
4 oct 2021
×1registros

Pennaria disticha

Hydrozoa · Pennariidae
OBIS
Última observación:
18 oct 2014
×1registros
Profundidad:
6 m

Sertularella diaphana

Hydrozoa · Sertularellidae
OBIS
Última observación:
18 oct 2014
×1registros
Profundidad:
20 m

Thyroscyphus ramosus

Hydrozoa · Thyroscyphidae
OBIS
Última observación:
18 oct 2014
×1registros
Profundidad:
20 m

Ophioderma guttatum

Ophiuroidea · Ophiodermatidae
OBIS
Última observación:
1 ene 2009
×1registros
Profundidad:
3 m

Ophiothrix (Ophiothrix) oerstedii lutea

Ophiuroidea · Ophiotrichidae
OBIS
Última observación:
1 ene 2009
×1registros
Profundidad:
3 m

Ophiothrix angulata var. atrolineata

Ophiuroidea · Ophiotrichidae
OBIS
Última observación:
1 ene 2009
×1registros
Profundidad:
8 m

Ophiocoma echinata

Ophiuroidea · Ophiocomidae
OBIS
Última observación:
1 ene 2009
×1registros
Profundidad:
8 m

Ophiophragmus moorei

Ophiuroidea · Amphiuridae
OBIS
Última observación:
1 ene 2009
×1registros
Profundidad:
19 m

Ophionereis reticulata

Ophiuroidea · Ophionereididae
OBIS
Última observación:
1 ene 2000
×2registros
Profundidad:
5–6 m

Ophiothrix (Ophiothrix) oerstedii lutea

Ophiuroidea · Ophiotrichidae
OBIS
Última observación:
1 ene 2000
×2registros
Profundidad:
1–3 m

Ophiocomella pumila

Ophiuroidea · Ophiocomidae
OBIS
Última observación:
1 ene 2000
×2registros
Profundidad:
6–17 m

Datos: 187.991 observaciones de OBIS (Ocean Biodiversity Information System) y GBIF (Global Biodiversity Information Facility). CC-BY 4.0.

See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

mexico diving Barracuda Reef Playa del carmen

SCUBA DIVING
💬 3 top comments
  • Harika bir video olmuş youtubede gördüğüm en güzel video diyebilirim yani seviliyorsun kral 👍

    @aytekincelik9112 · 👍 0
  • Harika bir yer kardeşim

    @leventkanklc5760 · 👍 0
  • Su alti cekimini hangi kamerayla yaptınız ?

    @sevimlipettaksi8245 · 👍 0

Scuba Diving Barracuda Reef, PDC, Mexico

Prairie Bubbler
💬 1 top comments
  • Fish are amazing!

    @chisaquaticvibe · 👍 0

SCUBA Dives at Tortuga Reef & Barracuda Reef, Playa del Carmen, Mexico.

Yeah Baby SCUBA Adventures
wind peaks Mar-Jan-Feb, calmest Jul-Aug-Sep, dry Jan-Dec.

Clima mensual de 5 años

60 muestras
0 5 10 15 20 25 JFMAMJJASOND
rango p25–p75 Mediana Viento (nudos) Aire (°C)
Visibility (month-by-month)
Best: Jun (100/100) Worst: Jan (0/100) Now: Sep (97/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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