Paradise Reef - Cozumel
★★★★☆
(5,889)
One of the most popular dive sites in Cozumel, Paradise Reef is actually three separate patch reefs running parallel to shore and is accessible by both shore and boat. This is one of the few good shore-accessible dive sites on the island. Max depth is 45 feet so this is a good site for beginners and snorkelers.
Wildlife encounters include spotted eagle rays, nurse sharks, turtles, stingrays, moray eels, tons of reef fish, and the endemic Splendid toadfish, only found in Cozumel.
Dive Activity & Environmental Conditions
Top Wildlife Sightings
Most frequently spotted marine life based on dive logs
#1
Crab
933
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#2
Moray Eel
737
Total Sightings
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#3
Angelfish
702
Total Sightings
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M
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#4
Parrotfish
683
Total Sightings
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M
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#5
Stingrays
671
Total Sightings
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M
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#6
Lobster
625
Total Sightings
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A
M
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N
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#7
Nurse Shark
577
Total Sightings
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A
M
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N
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#8
Pufferfish
541
Total Sightings
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M
A
M
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N
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#9
Octopus
527
Total Sightings
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A
M
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#10
Spiny Lobster
495
Total Sightings
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M
A
M
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N
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