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Operator page describing current, wreck life, and diver level.
Current-assisted Playa del Carmen wreck with big life.
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Mama Viña is a current-assisted wreck dive off Playa del Carmen, where a sunk shrimp boat has become a coral-covered artificial reef. The wreck feels like a slow tour through a fish-filled time capsule, with coral, sponges, and sea fans draped over the structure. It suits divers who are comfortable with a guided descent, solid buoyancy, and a wreck profile that changes with the flow rather than sitting motionless in the water.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
21m - 30m
Depth Note
The wreck sits in the low 20s to around 30 m, with the bow facing into the dominant current.
Best Season
Winter for larger pelagic sightings; summer for dense tropical fish.
Typical Conditions
The site is usually run as a current-aware wreck dive with good visibility and a drift-friendly descent.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Keep buoyancy tight on the wreck, follow the guide line, and treat penetration as advanced wreck diving.
Access Restrictions
Best for certified divers with good buoyancy and current comfort; not a first ocean dive.
Legal Notes
Follow operator and wreck-penetration rules.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A complete tour of the wreck is described as achievable with typical bottom time at 28 m.
Freediving
Not a freedive target; the wreck depth and current make scuba the right choice.
Snorkeling
Not a snorkel site; this is a wreck for certified scuba divers.
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Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
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Research Sources
Operator page describing current, wreck life, and diver level.
Operator tour page that lists Mama Viña as part of a local wreck dive circuit.
Operator page with wreck depth, current orientation, and artificial-reef notes.
Operator wreck page with depth, conditions, marine life, and training notes.
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