Felipe Xicotencatl Shipwreck in Cozumel, Mexico

Those who have a great deal of experience not only diving but also wreck diving may very well be interested in exploring the Felipe Xicotencatl Shipwreck. This ship was sunk intentionally sunk in hopes of creating an artificial reef that would rival (and consequently protect) some of the natural coral reefs that bring in crowds of tourists each year to the area. While the move remains a highly controversial move, the dive remains a fascinating exploration for those with the experience to manage it.

One word of caution, wreck dives are very dangerous for inexperienced divers and pose no small risk to even more experienced divers. If you are not a highly skilled diver it is best to skip this particular dive and save it for a time when you have had a few more dives under your belt. Furthermore, it is also recommended that you make this dive with a group of very skilled divers for the best results and the safest possible atmosphere.

The experience of a wreck dive is unique when compared to natural reef dives that most divers experience. These dives do involve a certain amount of risk that most divers are not experienced at handling. If you are considering this dive and do not have a great deal of experience diving in high risk situations it is strongly recommended that you reconsider in favor of the many other wonderful diving opportunities for all levels of divers in the area. Diving safely every time is the best way to insure a next time.