Puerto Morelos - C56 Juan Escutia Shipwreck & Reef
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Puerto Morelos – C56 Juan Escutia Shipwreck & Reef

Embark on a captivating underwater journey with the C-56 Juan Escutia adventure! This intentionally sunken military wreckage, now an artificial reef, offers a thrilling exploration of its depths. Encounter vibrant marine life, while marveling at the growing coral formations within the wreck’s interior rooms. Witness the graceful presence of eagle rays, barracudas, big snappers, and other species that have made this site their home. Divers can explore the bow, stern, and bridge, with the wreck resting at a depth of 90 feet (27 meters).

Information:

  • Water Temperature: 25-29 °C / 78 – 84 °F
  • Maximum Depth: 27 meters / 90 feet
  • Navigation Time: 10 – 15 minutes
  • Departures: Available every day at 8:00 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.
  • 2 Divers minimum 
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Puerto Morelos Shipwreck & Reef

Named C-56 Juan Escutia, this warship, measuring 45 meters in length, was acquired from the US Navy post-World War II, along with five sister ships. Sunk in 1996 as part of an Artificial Reef Program, the wreck now stands as a captivating spectacle fully covered in coral, teeming with diverse marine life.

Designed for diving exploration, this sunken marvel requires no special wreck diving certification, offering wide-open access for easy exploration.

For the second dive explore stunning dive sites like Aquarium, Mini-wall, Cuevones, Paradise or Fish Market in the Puerto Morelos National Park for an exhilarating reef diving experience. Encounter diverse marine life, including eagle rays, eels, stingrays, nurse sharks, tourtles and a variety of reef fish.

Important information

  • To participate in this activity a minimum Open Water Diver Certification is required
  • If you haven’t dived in the last six months prior the activity, please inform our team to ensure a comfortable diving experience
  • Minimum 2 divers

Itinerary 

  • Departures every day at 8:00 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. with 2 divers minimum
  • Check in: 08:00 a.m or 12:30 p.m
  • Return to dock: Around 3.5 hours after departure

Included

  • Bad Weather Refund Warranty
  • 2 Dives (Wreck + Reef)
  • Tanks and weights
  • Certified Guide
  • Conservation and Dock Fee
  • Drinking water on board

Not Included

  • Diving equipment (Regulator, BCD, Mask, Fins, Wetsut) 300 MXN all set or 100 MXN per piece
  • Transportation (Available)
  • Photo & Video (Available)

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