Double Dive in Banco Chinchorro

THE LARGEST ATOLL IN MEXICO

Diving in Banco Chinchorro is a unique experience for scuba diving lovers, because this place is located in a privileged location in the Mexican Caribbean, which allows it to have a great amount of marine species and coral formations. Besides, it is considered a marine archaeological sanctuary, so divers can find sunken ships that have become real historical and archaeological treasures.

The Banco Chinchorro Biosphere Reserve has an area of more than 800 square kilometres, and its location, 31 kilometres east of Mahahual, makes it one of the preferred destinations for those seeking an unforgettable underwater adventure. Banco Chinchorro is made up of three cays and an inland lagoon surrounded by a coral reef, and is home to more than 200 species of fish, including some species of sharks, white and hawksbill loggerhead turtles, American crocodiles and mammals such as false killer whales and dolphins.

In addition to being a diving destination in mahahahual, Banco Chinchorro is also an important site for the conservation of marine biodiversity and the protection of marine archaeological sites. Thanks to this, divers can experience the thrill of discovering sunken ships and other underwater treasures that have been preserved for centuries. Without a doubt, the Chinchorro Bank is a destination that every diver should visit at least once in their lifetime.