C-53 Wreck
This is the only wreck dive in Cozumel. It's not technically a wreck since it was intentional sank within the marine park to add another great dive site. This can be done as a first tank or a second tank but it is better to do it as a first tank to get all of your bottom time in.
About C-53 Wreck
Brief History.The ship was originally a minesweeper built in 1944 by the US Navy.In 1962 it was sold to the Mexican Navy and converted to an Admiral Class Gun Boat renamed as Felipe Xicotencatl.It was serviced patrolling the Gulf of Mexico and Caribbean waters until 1999 and sunk in 2000 to serve as a Shipwreck inside the Cozumel National Marine Park.It is recommended for intermediate divers due to its depth and presence of strong currents sometimes.Roughly 180 feet long, 33 feet wide and 40 feet high.Maximum depth 75 feet, shallow area 35 feet.Marine life.Inside you can find schools of Glassy Sweepers, lobsters, morays.Outside it is surrounded by Garden Eels, Yellow Stingrays, Barracudas, occasional groupers, and snappers.Can encounter Eagle Rays during eagle ray season.
Dive Type / Features
- Wreck Dive
Marine Life
Review Dive Site
50 - 75 feet
Moderate Current
Intermediate Dive