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Felipe Xicotencatl C-53 Wreck
Felipe Xicotencatl C-53 is a Cozumel wreck dive with guided boat access.
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Boat access and any interior tour are normally handled by local Cozumel operators and wreck guides.
Purpose-sunk Cozumel wreck with open swim-throughs, strong marine life, and boat access inside the marine park.
About Felipe Xicotencatl C-53 Wreck
Felipe Xicotencatl C-53 Wreck is a purpose-sunk Mexican Navy minesweeper off Cozumel, built as a large artificial reef with wide openings for exterior viewing and controlled wreck exploration. The wreck sits in a marine park and draws divers for its coral-covered steel, glassy sweepers, lobsters, barracuda, and eagle rays, with a profile that suits guided boat dives and buoyancy-conscious wreck touring.
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Research Estimate At Felipe Xicotencatl C-53 Wreck
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 30m
AccessSimple entry
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Crowd / PopularityQuite busy
CurrentModerate current
SurgeFlat calm
Where Is Felipe Xicotencatl C-53 Wreck?
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Felipe Xicotencatl C-53 Wreck Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
12m - 25m
Depth Note
The wreck is reported with shallowest parts around 12m and a main resting depth around 24 to 25m.
Best Season
December through April, with year-round diving still possible.
Typical Conditions
Warm Caribbean water, generally good visibility, and current that can range from moderate to stronger on descent before softening around the hull.
Safety & Access At Felipe Xicotencatl C-53 Wreck
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Overhead environmentStrong current
Safety Notes
Use a guide for interior exploration, keep lights and buoyancy under control inside the wreck, and respect the line and exit points rather than swimming off-plan.
Access Restrictions
Boat access is the normal route, and interior spaces are guide-controlled rather than casual swim-throughs.
Legal Notes
The wreck sits in the Cozumel Marine Park, so follow marine-park rules and do not disturb the wreck or marine life.
Local Intel For Felipe Xicotencatl C-53 Wreck
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A classic Cozumel wreck dive with large openings, line-guided access, and interior exploration for divers comfortable with buoyancy and wreck procedures.
Freediving
Not a freedive-focused site; the wreck depth and overhead sections make it a scuba-first dive.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling is not the main use case because the structure and marine life sit at scuba depth.
Wildlife at Felipe Xicotencatl C-53 Wreck
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Felipe Xicotencatl C-53 Wreck
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Felipe Xicotencatl C-53 Wreck
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility30m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
