Reef & Ocean Diving in Tulum

Explore a different side of diving in the Riviera Maya, with warm Caribbean waters, colourful coral reefs and plenty of marine life.

Enjoy two-tank reef diving at Tankah Bay, experience the thrill of bull shark diving in Playa del Carmen during the winter season, or head across to Cozumel for spectacular reefs, crystal-clear water and world-famous drift diving.

Whether you’re looking for a relaxed reef day or something a little more adventurous, take a look at the options below and get in touch to check availability.

Choose Your Reef Adventure

  • A scuba diver exploring vibrant coral reef with various corals and marine life.

    Two-Tank Reef Diving — Tankah Bay

    Enjoy two relaxed Caribbean reef dives at Tankah Bay, just north of Tulum. Explore colourful coral formations, tropical marine life and gentle swim-throughs.

    Ideal for Open Water certified divers looking to experience Tulum beyond the cenotes.

    2 reef dives · Open Water+ · Weather dependent

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  • Group of scuba divers underwater with a large shark swimming nearby, sandy ocean floor beneath them.

    Bull Shark Diving — Playa del Carmen

    Experience one of the Riviera Maya’s most memorable seasonal encounters as bull sharks gather off the coast of Playa del Carmen.

    Available during the winter shark season for appropriately certified divers with recent diving experience.

    2 dives: Bull Sharks + Reef · Seasonal Nov–Mar · Advanced Certification Required

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  • Colorful coral reef with various types of coral and five striped fish swimming around.

    Cozumel Diving

    Discover the spectacular reefs of Cozumel, famous for crystal-clear water, dramatic coral formations and exhilarating drift diving.

    We can arrange Cozumel diving through our partner operation for divers who want to add one of the Caribbean’s most famous dive destinations to their trip.

    2 dives · Full-day trip · Available on request

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Reef Diving FAQs

  • Yes. Unlike cenote diving, reef diving is dependent on weather and sea conditions. If conditions aren't suitable for safe and enjoyable diving, we may need to change or cancel the trip. Where possible, we'll discuss alternative diving options with you. description

  • Our local reef dives take place at Tankah Bay, just north of Tulum. The two main dive sites we visit are Cuevitas and Dreams, with the final site selection depending on sea conditions and diver experience on the day.

  • Bull sharks are generally present in the Playa del Carmen area from November to March. Availability depends on the sharks' natural presence, sea conditions and the operation of the licensed bull shark diving season.

  • No. We only offer bull shark observation dives. The sharks are not fed or baited during the dive. The experience is focused on observing bull sharks in their natural environment while following the procedures set by the licensed operator.

  • Prices for the upcoming 2026/27 season are not yet available, as the operator is waiting for the relevant licences to be granted. As a guide, last season's price was $4,500 MXN per person. We'll update the price once the new season's arrangements are confirmed.

  • Due to very high demand during December, we don't normally offer standalone bull shark trips. Bull shark diving may be available as part of a multi-day diving package for groups of 2 or more divers, subject to availability, conditions and operator schedules.

  • Yes. We can arrange diving in Cozumel from Tulum. for groups of 2 or more divers. However, during December, Cozumel diving is only available as part of a multi-day diving package, rather than as a standalone day trip.