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Barracuda - Cozumel

Coral Wonderland, despite its slightly generic name, really does deliver. We love sites that manage to pack so much into shallower depths, and this pinnacle does exactly that. A quick hop from Barefoot Manta, you drop onto a gentle slope, maybe 16 metres at its deepest, where the sand meets these incredible coral bommies. It’s not about huge pelagics here, it’s about the details. We’ve spent whole dives just circling one of the larger Pavona clavus pinnacles, watching clownfish tend their anemone homes while bristly surgeonfish graze nearby. Schools of snapper often hold tight to the shelter of the bommies, their silver scales flashing in the sun, and if you take your time, you'll spot some neat little critters – those tiny sparse eviota are a real treat if you have a good eye. It’s a very relaxed dive, great for photographers who want to spend time composing shots, or newer divers looking to build confidence without worrying about strong currents. Just be aware that if it's been a bit breezy, the visibility can drop a touch, but it rarely detracts from the coral formations.