© iStock-SL/Photography Diving in Yucatán Peninsula Diving in the Yucatan Peninsula is a thrilling experience. This region is especially known for its cultural richness. Visit the island of Cozumel, declared by Jacques Cousteau “the most spectacular dive site in the world“ for its beauty and unique wildlife. This island is only accessible by ferry boat or airplane. Every part of your trip to Cozumel will be full of adventure as you go wall diving and explore countless swim-throughs. You can also expect to see vast marine life in Cozumel with countless reefs. Cancun and Playa del Carmen are diving paradises ideal for descent diving. No matter which spots in the Yucatan Peninsula you decide to visit, this is a dream destination and a region perfect for adventure seekers. Ancient, mystical, crystal-clear watered cenotes, also known by the Mayans as “the passage to the underworld” await you. In order to arrive at the cenotes, you must first go through the jungles of the interior area; once there, you can explore miles of underground rivers. Some of the cenotes you can visit are: Ik Kil, Yokdzonot, and Chihuán. Take some amazing photos in Holbox and Isla Mujeres, at the top of the peninsula, and go snorkeling with migratory whale sharks. Featured places to go in Yucatán © ScubaproCozumelEnjoy a comfortable stay in Cozumel and experience some of the best diving in Mexico.Learn more © MaresThe CenotesThe cenotes are ancient limestone sinkholes with crystal-clear waters that are perfect for a unique freshwater diving experience.Learn more Aquatic Life in Yucatán The Yucatan Peninsula’s marine life is awe-inspiring and very colorful. The region offers warm water and tropical diving. Cozumel is one of the Caribbean’s most popular diving destinations. Hundreds of brilliantly colored fish species, elegant turtles, nurse sharks galore and many ray species fill Cozumel’s reefs. You can also expect to see whale sharks during certain times of the year. Explore different types of ancient cenotes on the mainland such as cenote caves, open cylinder cenotes and fully open cenotes where you will see plenty of freshwater fish. Dive Sites in Yucatán