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- Max. 4 guests per guide
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Key facts at a glance
- Level
- Beginner
- Depth
- Max. 9 meters (30 ft) – the shallowest reef in Playa del Carmen
- Current
- Usually none, as it lies in a bay
- Highlights
- Grunts, baby barracudas, stingrays, turtles, seahorses
- Price
- 95 € for 2 dives in Playa del Carmen
Dive Site: Shangrila Reef
Level: Beginner
Depth: 9 meters (30 ft) maximum
The Shangrila Reef, with a maximum depth of 9 meters (30 ft), is our shallowest reef here in Playa del Carmen. Diving here is done from south to north, with the reef on your left shoulder.
Often, besides Yellowstripe Grunts, schools of baby barracudas, American stingrays, or even turtles can be spotted here. Those with a keen eye can also spot nocturnal snails or seahorses.
Shangrila usually has no current, as it is located in a bay.
Therefore, this dive site is ideal for photographers.
Shangrila Reef in Playa Del Carmen
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Frequently asked questions
Is Shangrila reef in Playa del Carmen suitable for beginners?
Yes. At max. 9 meters (30 ft) Shangrila is our shallowest reef and usually has no current because it lies in a bay.
What can you see at Shangrila reef?
Grunts, schools of baby barracudas, southern stingrays and turtles; with a good eye also nudibranchs and seahorses.
Is Shangrila good for photography?
Yes. Since there is usually no current, the site is ideal for underwater photographers.
How much does a dive at Shangrila cost?
2 dives in Playa del Carmen cost 95 €. Rental equipment is 5 € per item or 20 € for the set.
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