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Mexico

Divesites
188
Centers
119
Events
275
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Explore Mexico

Diving in Mexico offers an extraordinary adventure that stands out in the Western Hemisphere. With its two contrasting coastlines, Mexico presents a diverse underwater world. On the Pacific side, divers are greeted by cooler waters teeming with majestic manta rays, great white sharks, whales, and playful sea lions. In contrast, the Caribbean side boasts warm, clear waters nurturing vibrant coral reefs and attracting both colorful fish and gentle giants like whale sharks and bull sharks, which are prominent attractions at some dive sites. Beyond the shores, Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula reveals another diving marvel: the cenotes. These submerged freshwater caverns are a unique spectacle, offering a once-in-a-lifetime experience with their ethereal beauty and crystal-clear waters. Whether opting for shore dives, boat trips, or liveaboard excursions to remote islands like Socorro and Guadalupe, divers can explore an array of environments. With numerous dive centers throughout the country, enthusiasts can easily find professional guidance to embark on these underwater journeys, ensuring a safe and memorable dive holiday in Mexico.

Power Plug Type
A, B
Payment Method
VISA, MC, AMEX, DIS, Cir, Plus
Tipping
10–15% / Service Staff / Tipping is expected in restaurants, hotels, and for taxi drivers; small tips are also appreciated for bag handlers and gas station attendants.
Currency
MXN
Dial Code
+52
Electricity
127V / 60Hz
Time
UTC−8 to UTC−5

Places to explore

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Wildlife Sightings

Wildlife Sightings are Based on User Generated Content

Moray Eel

18k Sightings
J
1.8k
F
1.4k
M
1.5k
A
1.2k
M
1.2k
J
1.2k
J
1.6k
A
1.4k
S
1k
O
1.5k
N
2k
D
2k

Barracuda

14k Sightings
J
1.3k
F
1.1k
M
1.4k
A
1.1k
M
1.1k
J
1.3k
J
1.4k
A
1.1k
S
738
O
970
N
1.1k
D
1.3k

Eagle Ray

9.1k Sightings
J
1.7k
F
1.3k
M
1.3k
A
620
M
312
J
224
J
389
A
334
S
249
O
281
N
856
D
1.5k

Green Turtle

6.5k Sightings
J
569
F
427
M
602
A
399
M
514
J
525
J
665
A
555
S
357
O
521
N
695
D
631

Hawksbill Turtle

6.4k Sightings
J
543
F
511
M
623
A
477
M
518
J
515
J
700
A
523
S
378
O
544
N
548
D
490

Loggerhead Turtle

5.1k Sightings
J
419
F
287
M
563
A
492
M
574
J
551
J
535
A
384
S
243
O
321
N
375
D
376

Bull Shark

3.2k Sightings
J
563
F
334
M
160
A
61
M
59
J
49
J
45
A
71
S
41
O
120
N
903
D
798

Sea Lion

3.2k Sightings
J
170
F
185
M
149
A
151
M
213
J
92
J
155
A
196
S
360
O
546
N
622
D
349

Wrasse

2.8k Sightings
J
213
F
216
M
304
A
142
M
225
J
224
J
223
A
309
S
152
O
205
N
295
D
289

Octopus

2.5k Sightings
J
249
F
169
M
258
A
146
M
199
J
192
J
337
A
231
S
128
O
192
N
205
D
231