Dune Mexico - Cozumel
The team at Dune Mexico really knows their way around Cozumel, which is saying something given how many operations are based here. We often pick them when we’re looking for a reliably smooth day out, especially if we’re bringing someone new to Cozumel’s drift diving. They’re a PADI 5 Star IDC Resort, so they’re set up for everything from your Open Water certification to instructor development, but we think they shine for guided dives. Their boats are always well-maintained and never feel overcrowded. We’ve had some fantastic dives with their guides, who are genuinely good at spotting the smaller stuff – think tiny secretary blennies peeking out of holes or a juvenile spotted drum dancing under a ledge. We particularly love their attention to detail on the dive briefings; they’ll walk you through the expected current, where the best chances are for eagle rays, and even the usual depth for spotting green morays. It takes the guesswork out of the dive, letting you just enjoy the ride. If you’re here for the famous drift dives and want a hassle-free experience with knowledgeable pros, Dune is a solid choice.
- Location
- Cozumel, Mexico, North America
- Coordinates
- 21.228070, -87.039490
- Phone
- +52 984 143 7400
- [email protected]
- Website
- https://mexico.dune-world.com/
- Certification Agencies
- ["PADI"]
- Courses
- PADI 5 Star IDC Resort [padi:21209]
- Address
- Calle 70 Entre Avenida 10 y 15, Colonia Donaldo Colossio, 77710 Playa Del Carmen, Quintana Roo, Mexico
Dive Sites Near Dune Mexico
Dune Mexico provides access to 15 dive sites in Cozumel.
- Agua Negra Cozumel (reef)
- Agua Negra Cozumel (reef)
- AGUSTIN MELGAR - 13m (wreck)
- Akumal Dive Shop
- Amancay Freediving
- Aristos
- Bajo de Molas
- Bandera - 15-30m (reef)
- Barco Hundido - Wreck Cadete Juan Escutia C-56 (reef)
- Barco Hundido - Wreck Cadete Juan Escutia C-56 (wreck)
- Barracuda - Cozumel (drift)
- Barracuda - Cozumel (reef)
- Barracuda - Playa del Carmen (reef)
- Barracuda - Playa del Carmen (reef)
- Barracuda Point
Other Dive Centres in Cozumel
Best Time to Dive in Cozumel
The warmest water temperatures in Cozumel occur in September, averaging 29.8°C (up to 32.1°C). The coolest conditions are in February at 26.9°C.
The calmest sea conditions are typically in September with average wave heights of 0.70m. Average current speed: 95.0 cm/s.
Monthly Water Temperatures
- January: 27.2°C (air: 26.2°C)
- February: 26.9°C (air: 26.4°C)
- March: 27.0°C (air: 26.5°C)
- April: 27.5°C (air: 27.4°C)
- May: 28.4°C (air: 28.2°C)
- June: 29.0°C (air: 28.8°C)
- July: 29.4°C (air: 29.4°C)
- August: 29.6°C (air: 29.5°C)
- September: 29.8°C (air: 29.5°C)
- October: 29.6°C (air: 29.0°C)
- November: 28.8°C (air: 27.9°C)
- December: 27.9°C (air: 26.8°C)
Marine Life in Cozumel
Home to 181 recorded species including 140 reef fish, 15 hard corals, 9 other, 7 sharks & rays, 3 seagrass & algae, 2 whales & dolphins.
Notable Marine Life
- loggerhead turtle (Caretta caretta)
- Green Turtle (Chelonia mydas)
- Hawksbill Turtle (Eretmochelys imbricata)
- Great star coral (Montastraea cavernosa) - Hard Corals
- turtlegrass (Thalassia testudinum) - Seagrass & Algae
- Cowfish (Tursiops truncatus) - Whales & Dolphins
- Spiny Brittle Star (Ophiocoma echinata)
- Reticulated brittle star (Ophionereis reticulata)
- Blue Doctor (Acanthurus coeruleus) - Reef Fish
- Harlequin Brittle Star (Ophioderma appressum)
Recommended Packing List for Cozumel
Based on average water temperature of 28.4°C, visibility 23 nmi, currents 87 cm/s.
- Shorty or Rashguard - warm 28°C water needs minimal exposure protection
- Mask - essential for every dive
- Fins (stiff blade recommended for strong currents)
- BCD - buoyancy compensator
- Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
- Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
- Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
- Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
- Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories