Dive-site story
Located along the sheltered western coastline of Cozumel inside the marine park, Chankanaab Shallows features scattered coral heads and low-profile limestone ledges resting on a bright sand floor. The site serves as a frequent spot for afternoon excursions, checkout dives, and night diving due to its gentle currents and calm conditions. Divers drift lazily past hollows in the reef where macro critters and juvenile reef fish seek refuge among gorgonians and sea fans.
Endemic Cozumel splendid toadfish tucked into rocky crevices underneath coral heads
Large southern stingrays and spotted eagle rays gliding over white sand patches
Calm entry points and minimal drift compared to the high-voltage outer walls of the island
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Diving runs year-round; winter months occasionally experience brief closures from northern wind systems.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cozumel Splendid ToadfishSanopus splendidus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Nurse SharkGinglymostoma cirratum | Common | ||||||||||||
| Southern StingrayHypanus americanus | Common | ||||||||||||
| French AngelfishPomacanthus paru | Common | ||||||||||||
| Spotted DrumEquetus punctatus | Common |
Marine forecast
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