Xpu-Ha Canyon Suggest edit

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IntermediateDifficulty

IntermediateRecommended cert

30Max dive depth

30.0 mSite max depth

15.0–30.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

NoneSurge

45 minAvg dive time

November to AprilBest months

26.0–29.0 °CWater (summer)

24.0–27.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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Xpu-Ha Canyon is a popular dive site located in the Yucatan Peninsula, near Playa del Carmen. It features a unique underwater canyon system that attracts divers with its stunning rock formations and diverse marine life.

Divers can explore the canyon's walls, which are adorned with corals and sponges. The site offers opportunities to see a variety of fish species, including parrotfish, angelfish, and sometimes larger pelagics. The dive typically involves navigating through the canyon and enjoying the vibrant underwater ecosystem.

Conditions

Visibility: 15.0–30.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: None Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 26.0–29.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 24.0–27.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Shore Suggest edit
Permits required: No Suggest edit
Bottom types:
Sand rock coral Suggest edit

Photo tips

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Use a wide-angle lens for canyon shots, and be mindful of lighting conditions.

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