Tarpoon

Cancun, Mexico

Depth

27m

Visibility

13m - 38m

Entry

Boat

Experience Level

Advanced

Tarpoon

Cancun, Mexico

Depth

27m

Visibility

13m - 38m

Entry

Boat

Experience Level

Advanced

About Tarpoon

This dive site includes a police boat sunk purposely for the enjoyment of snorkeling enthusiasts The relatively mild current carried it down to 27 meters where it is now an alluring challenge for experienced divers. The wreck is roughly 60 feet long. You will most likely encounter a variety of jackfish and may even see giant barracudas. .

Tarpoon Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Wreck, Rock

Entry Type

Boat

Max Depth

27m

Visibility Range

13m – 38m

Experience Level

Advanced

Best Gas Mix

21% – 38%

O₂

CNS Load (25 min)

13% at 25m / 36%

O₂

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Marine Life

Barracudas
Jackfish

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Dive Site Hazards

Deceptive Entry Openings — Openings may become restrictive inside due to angle, collapse, or corrosion.
Surge-Induced Internal Silt Shift — Internal surge can move silt and debris without direct contact.
Partial Overhead Environment — Many wrecks limit direct ascent even without full penetration.

Fine Rust Particle Silt-Out — Disturbed rust particles can rapidly reduce visibility.

Bubble Trapping Under Overhangs — Rock overhangs can trap exhaled bubbles, reducing visibility and causing disorientation.

Reflected Surge Patterns — Surge reflecting off rock faces can create irregular and unpredictable water movement.

Current Funnel Effect — Narrow gaps between rocks can accelerate water flow unexpectedly.

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