{"id":2974,"date":"2026-01-09T00:42:59","date_gmt":"2026-01-09T00:42:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/xibalbadiversmx.com\/?page_id=2974"},"modified":"2026-09-26T02:54:15","modified_gmt":"2026-09-26T02:54:15","slug":"buceo-con-tiburones","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/xibalbadiversmx.com\/es\/shark-dives\/","title":{"rendered":"Buceo con Tibur\u00f3n Toro en Playa del Carmen"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><!-- Bull shark dives: designed page body (template: Elementor Full Width, so the H1 lives in the hero). Styles: xd-pages.css in Appearance > Customize > Additional CSS. --><\/p>\n<div class=\"xd-page xd-page--hub xd-page--service\">\n<header class=\"xd-hub-hero\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" src=\"https:\/\/xibalbadiversmx.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/IMG_9068-1024x778.webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xibalbadiversmx.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/IMG_9068-768x584.webp 768w, https:\/\/xibalbadiversmx.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/IMG_9068-1024x778.webp 1024w, https:\/\/xibalbadiversmx.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/IMG_9068-1536x1167.webp 1536w, https:\/\/xibalbadiversmx.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/IMG_9068-scaled.webp 1920w\" sizes=\"100vw\" alt=\"Underwater diving photo from the Mexican Caribbean\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1459\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"xd-hub-hero__inner\">\n<p class=\"xd-eyebrow\">Seasonal \u00b7 November to February<\/p>\n<h1>Bull Shark Diving in Playa del Carmen<\/h1>\n<p class=\"xd-hub-hero__lead\"><strong>Every winter, bull sharks gather on the sand a few hundred metres off the beach in Playa del Carmen.<\/strong> From November to February we dive with them at Shark Point: 24 metres, no cage, a short boat ride and a small group on the sand with a guide who knows the animals. Observation dives with Nitrox and a second reef dive for 2,800 MXN, or the feeding dive run by shark specialists for 4,200 MXN.<\/p>\n<p class=\"xd-hub-hero__cta\"><a class=\"xd-btn xd-btn--light\" href=\"\/quick-booking\/\">Check availability<\/a> <a class=\"xd-btn xd-btn--outline-light\" href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/529841779735\" rel=\"noopener\">WhatsApp us<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"xd-hub-hero__caption\">A bull shark cruises past the group at Shark Point, 24 metres down on the sand off Playa del Carmen.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/header>\n<div class=\"xd-wrap\">\n<div class=\"xd-stats xd-stats--overlap\">\n<div class=\"xd-stat\"><span class=\"xd-stat__label\">Season<\/span><span class=\"xd-stat__value\">Nov to Feb<\/span><span class=\"xd-stat__note\">dates vary a little each year<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"xd-stat\"><span class=\"xd-stat__label\">Depth<\/span><span class=\"xd-stat__value\">24 m<\/span><span class=\"xd-stat__note\">on the sand, no cage<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"xd-stat\"><span class=\"xd-stat__label\">Observation<\/span><span class=\"xd-stat__value\">2,800 MXN<\/span><span class=\"xd-stat__note\">two dives, Nitrox included<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"xd-stat\"><span class=\"xd-stat__label\">Feeding<\/span><span class=\"xd-stat__value\">4,200 MXN<\/span><span class=\"xd-stat__note\">one dive, plus park fee<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"xd-stat\"><span class=\"xd-stat__label\">Level<\/span><span class=\"xd-stat__value\">Advanced<\/span><span class=\"xd-stat__note\">recommended<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"xd-trust\">\n<div class=\"xd-trust__logos\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/xibalbadiversmx.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/padi_logo.webp\" alt=\"PADI Dive Center\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"886\" height=\"464\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/xibalbadiversmx.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/shields-sdi-tdi.webp\" alt=\"SDI and TDI certified dive center\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1226\" height=\"600\"><\/div>\n<p><strong>Small groups, guided by Humann, no hidden costs.<\/strong> Based in Playacar, Playa del Carmen. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps?cid=17538914797093747387\" rel=\"noopener\">Read our Google reviews<\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"xd-trust__badge\"><script defer async src=\"https:\/\/cdn.trustindex.io\/loader.js?57f1f3c82da0136c26065fee7ec\"><\/script><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"xd-layout\">\n<div class=\"xd-main\">\n<section>\n<p class=\"xd-eyebrow\">The sharks<\/p>\n<h2>Bull sharks at Shark Point<\/h2>\n<p>Shark Point is a flat sandy bottom at around 24 metres, minutes from the beach in Playa del Carmen. Between November and February large female bull sharks, most of them between two and three and a half metres, move into these shallow coastal waters, and the site is one of the very few places in the world where certified divers can watch them in open water without a cage, on a short boat ride, in visibility that is usually excellent.<\/p>\n<p>The encounter is calmer than the reputation. You descend as a group, kneel in a line on the sand with the guides positioned around you, keep your hands close and stay low, and the sharks cruise in slow, wide circles at their own pace. The sharks are wild animals, so sightings depend on the day, but in the heart of the season they are consistent.<\/p>\n<p>Outside the shark season, the reefs, the cenotes and Cozumel run all year at our <a href=\"\/\">dive centre in Playa del Carmen<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<div class=\"xd-gallery\">\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/xibalbadiversmx.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/DSC0192-1024x775.webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xibalbadiversmx.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/DSC0192-768x581.webp 768w, https:\/\/xibalbadiversmx.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/DSC0192-1024x775.webp 1024w, https:\/\/xibalbadiversmx.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/DSC0192-1536x1163.webp 1536w, https:\/\/xibalbadiversmx.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/DSC0192-scaled.webp 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1180px) 100vw, 1140px\" alt=\"Divers with bull sharks and schooling fish off Playa del Carmen\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1454\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"><figcaption>Divers on the sand at Shark Point with bull sharks and schooling fish.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/xibalbadiversmx.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/IMG_9326-1-1024x768.webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xibalbadiversmx.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/IMG_9326-1-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/xibalbadiversmx.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/IMG_9326-1-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/xibalbadiversmx.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/IMG_9326-1-1536x1152.webp 1536w, https:\/\/xibalbadiversmx.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/IMG_9326-1-scaled.webp 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1180px) 100vw, 1140px\" alt=\"Scuba diver in the warm waters of the Riviera Maya\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"><figcaption>A bull shark on the sand at 24 metres: unhurried, focused and used to divers who behave predictably.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<section>\n<p class=\"xd-eyebrow\">Two options<\/p>\n<h2>Observation or feeding<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"xd-check\">\n<li><strong>Shark observation, 2,800 MXN:<\/strong> no bait in the water. You watch the sharks patrol the sand at Shark Point, then finish the morning with a second dive on a shallow reef at 10 to 12 metres. One Nitrox tank for certified Nitrox divers is included, and the marine park fee of about 100 MXN is paid on top. Our recommendation for most divers: the more natural encounter, the longer morning and the more conservation minded choice.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Shark feeding, 4,200 MXN:<\/strong> a trained professional feeder attracts the sharks with bait while the divers kneel in a controlled line behind safety divers. Closer, more intense, one dive, plus the marine park fee of about 100 MXN. Run by shark specialists who have completed intensive training, and a portion of the revenue goes to the protection and monitoring of the animals.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Not sure which one suits you? Send us your experience and we give you an honest recommendation. The <a href=\"\/bull-shark-diving-playa-del-carmen\/\">bull shark season and trip guide<\/a> covers the season, the safety protocols and the ethics in more depth.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<section>\n<p class=\"xd-eyebrow\">How it runs<\/p>\n<h2>How a shark dive morning runs<\/h2>\n<ol class=\"xd-steps\">\n<li><strong>Meet at our base in Playacar<\/strong> A detailed briefing: positions on the sand, hands, movement and what to do if a shark comes close.<\/li>\n<li><strong>A short boat ride<\/strong> Shark Point is minutes from the beach.<\/li>\n<li><strong>The shark dive<\/strong> Around 24 metres, kneeling in a line on the sand with the guides around the group; bottom time is set by the plan and your computer.<\/li>\n<li><strong>The second dive<\/strong> A shallow reef at 10 to 12 metres on the observation trip, a relaxed contrast to the first.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Back on the beach before lunch<\/strong> With the afternoon free.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Shark days need a calm sea, so we schedule them around the weather and keep a spare day where we can. If a cold front cancels the dive, you choose another day or a refund; book the shark dive early in your trip so there is room to move it.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<section>\n<p class=\"xd-eyebrow\">Who it is for<\/p>\n<h2>Who the shark dives are for<\/h2>\n<p>Certified divers who are comfortable holding position calmly at depth. The site sits at around 24 metres, beyond the Open Water limit of 18 metres, so we recommend Advanced Open Water or a logged deep adventure dive; if you are not there yet, the <a href=\"\/advanced-open-water-course-playa-del-carmen\/\">Advanced course<\/a> takes three days and, in season, its shark conservation elective is this dive. We confirm your certification, your logged dives and your last dive when you book, and if it has been a while we plan a reef warm up first.<\/p>\n<p>Snorkellers and non divers cannot join; this is a dive for certified scuba divers only. Good buoyancy and self control get the best encounters, which is why the briefing is strict and the groups are small.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"xd-callout\">\n<h2>Respect for the animals<\/h2>\n<p>The safety record of organised shark dives in Playa del Carmen is strong because the protocols are strict: fixed positions on the sand, experienced guides and safety divers, conservative depth and time limits, and clear rules about hands and movement. They are large wild predators, which is exactly why the briefing matters and why we keep the groups small. Shark diving here has also helped fund the monitoring and protection of the species; if you prefer a fully natural encounter, choose the observation dive.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"xd-glance\">\n<p class=\"xd-eyebrow\">Key details<\/p>\n<h2>Bull shark dive at a glance<\/h2>\n<dl class=\"xd-details xd-details--wide\">\n<div>\n<dt>Season<\/dt>\n<dd>November to February; dates vary a little each year<\/dd>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<dt>Site<\/dt>\n<dd>Shark Point, minutes by boat from the beach in Playa del Carmen<\/dd>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<dt>Depth<\/dt>\n<dd>About 24 metres (80 feet), kneeling on the sand<\/dd>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<dt>Observation dive<\/dt>\n<dd>2,800 MXN: shark dive plus a shallow reef dive, one Nitrox tank for certified divers<\/dd>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<dt>Feeding dive<\/dt>\n<dd>4,200 MXN: one dive, run by shark specialists; Nitrox 100 MXN extra<\/dd>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<dt>Marine park fee<\/dt>\n<dd>About 100 MXN per diver, on top of the dive price<\/dd>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<dt>Level<\/dt>\n<dd>Advanced Open Water recommended; every diver is assessed when booking<\/dd>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<dt>Group size<\/dt>\n<dd>Small groups with guides positioned around the divers<\/dd>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<dt>Equipment<\/dt>\n<dd>Tanks and weights included; rental equipment 500 MXN per day<\/dd>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<dt>Weather<\/dt>\n<dd>If the dive is cancelled, you choose another day or a refund<\/dd>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<dt>Languages<\/dt>\n<dd>English, German or Spanish<\/dd>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<dt>Pair it with<\/dt>\n<dd>A reef morning or a cenote day on the following days<\/dd>\n<\/div>\n<\/dl>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n<aside class=\"xd-aside\">\n<div class=\"xd-card xd-card--dark\">\n<p class=\"xd-eyebrow\">Book this dive<\/p>\n<p class=\"xd-price\">2,800<small>MXN per diver, observation<\/small><\/p>\n<p>Shark dive plus a shallow reef dive and one Nitrox tank for certified divers; shark feeding dive 4,200 MXN for one dive; marine park fee about 100 MXN extra. Send your dates and your certification level and we confirm the day the same day.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"xd-btn xd-btn--light\" href=\"\/quick-booking\/\">Check availability<\/a> <a class=\"xd-btn xd-btn--outline-light\" href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/529841779735\" rel=\"noopener\">WhatsApp us<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"xd-card\">\n<p class=\"xd-eyebrow\">Simple logistics<\/p>\n<h3>How booking works<\/h3>\n<ol class=\"xd-steps\">\n<li>Send us your dates, your certification level, your logged dives and when you last dived<\/li>\n<li>We confirm the season dates, the option that fits you and the day, and hold a spare day for the weather<\/li>\n<li>Meet at our base in Playacar in the morning; you are back before lunch<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p style=\"font-size:14px;color:#6b7280;margin:0\">Book early: the December and January holidays fill first.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"xd-card\">\n<p class=\"xd-eyebrow\">Before you book<\/p>\n<h3>Plan your dive day<\/h3>\n<h4>Included<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"xd-check\">\n<li>The shark dive at Shark Point with guides around the group<\/li>\n<li>A second dive on a shallow reef (observation trip)<\/li>\n<li>One Nitrox tank for certified Nitrox divers (observation trip)<\/li>\n<li>Tanks, weights and the boat from the beach<\/li>\n<li>Small groups, English, German or Spanish<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Not included<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"xd-cross\">\n<li>Marine park fee, about 100 MXN per diver<\/li>\n<li>Rental equipment, 500 MXN per day<\/li>\n<li>Nitrox on the feeding dive, 100 MXN extra<\/li>\n<li>Transport to our base in Playacar<\/li>\n<li>The Advanced course or a refresher, if you need one first<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Requirements<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"xd-check\">\n<li>A valid diving certification; Advanced Open Water or a logged deep dive recommended for 24 metres<\/li>\n<li>Recent diving experience, or a reef warm up first<\/li>\n<li>Calm buoyancy and the ability to hold position on the sand<\/li>\n<li>Your certification card and, if you have one, your logbook<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<\/div>\n<section class=\"xd-qa\" id=\"questions\">\n<div class=\"xd-qa__head xd-head\">\n<p class=\"xd-eyebrow\">Good to know<\/p>\n<h2>Bull shark dive questions<\/h2>\n<p class=\"xd-qa__lead\">What divers ask us before they book this dive.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<ul class=\"xd-qa__grid\">\n<li class=\"xd-qa__item\">\n<h3>When is bull shark season in Playa del Carmen?<\/h3>\n<p>November to February, with the exact start and end moving a little each year with the water temperature and the sharks themselves. Sightings are most consistent from late November to early February. Ask us for the current dates before you travel.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"xd-qa__item\">\n<h3>Do I need Advanced Open Water for the bull shark dive?<\/h3>\n<p>The dive sits at around 24 metres, beyond the 18 metre Open Water limit, so Advanced Open Water or an equivalent logged deep dive is strongly recommended. We assess every diver individually when you book, and the Advanced course takes three days if you need it.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"xd-qa__item\">\n<h3>Observation or feeding, which should I choose?<\/h3>\n<p>Observation for most divers: no bait, natural behaviour, two dives and Nitrox included for 2,800 MXN. Feeding is closer and more intense, one dive with a professional feeder for 4,200 MXN. Tell us your experience and we recommend one honestly.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"xd-qa__item\">\n<h3>How deep is the shark dive?<\/h3>\n<p>About 24 metres (80 feet) on a flat sandy bottom. You kneel in a line with the guides around the group and the sharks cruise past at their own pace.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"xd-qa__item\">\n<h3>Is Nitrox included?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes, on the observation trip: one Nitrox tank for certified Nitrox divers, which extends the time on the sand. On the feeding dive Nitrox is 100 MXN extra.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"xd-qa__item\">\n<h3>Is the marine park fee included?<\/h3>\n<p>No. The shark dives carry a marine park fee of about 100 MXN per diver on top of the price. Our reef mornings and the Cozumel trip have no extra fee.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"xd-qa__item\">\n<h3>Is it safe?<\/h3>\n<p>Organised shark dives in Playa del Carmen have a strong safety record because the protocols are strict: fixed positions, safety divers, conservative limits and clear rules about hands and movement. Bull sharks are wild animals, so the briefing matters and you follow it. Wildlife diving always carries some risk.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"xd-qa__item\">\n<h3>Is shark feeding ethical?<\/h3>\n<p>It is debated, even among divers. The feeding dives here follow controlled protocols and help fund the monitoring and protection of the sharks, and the awareness they create has contributed to protections for the species. If you prefer a fully natural encounter, choose the observation dive.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"xd-qa__item\">\n<h3>How many divers are in the group?<\/h3>\n<p>Small groups, with the guides positioned around the divers on the sand. Group size depends on the day and the option; it is never a crowd.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"xd-qa__item\">\n<h3>Can snorkellers or non divers join?<\/h3>\n<p>No. This is a dive at 24 metres for certified scuba divers only, and every diver is assessed when booking. Non divers travelling with you plan their own morning in Playa.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"xd-qa__item\">\n<h3>What should I bring?<\/h3>\n<p>Your certification card and logbook, swimwear, a towel and a dry change of clothes. Be well rested and hydrated and skip the alcohol the night before. A 3 mm wetsuit is fine in winter for most divers; ask us if you feel the cold.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"xd-qa__item\">\n<h3>What happens if the conditions are not suitable?<\/h3>\n<p>Shark days need a calm sea. If a cold front cancels the dive, you choose another day or a refund. Book the shark dive early in your trip so there is room to move it.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"xd-qa__item\">\n<h3>How do I book a bull shark dive?<\/h3>\n<p>Send your dates, your certification level, your logged dives and when you last dived through the <a href=\"\/quick-booking\/\">quick booking form<\/a> or on <a href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/529841779735\" rel=\"noopener\">WhatsApp<\/a>. We confirm the season dates, the option and the day.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"xd-cta\">\n<div class=\"xd-wrap\">\n<div>\n<p class=\"xd-eyebrow\">Next step<\/p>\n<h2>Ready to meet the bull sharks?<\/h2>\n<p>Send your dates and your certification and Humann confirms the season dates, the option and the day, in English, German or Spanish. The season is short and the boat is small, so the earlier the better.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"xd-cta__buttons\"><a class=\"xd-btn xd-btn--light\" href=\"\/quick-booking\/\">Check availability<\/a> <a class=\"xd-btn xd-btn--outline-light\" href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/529841779735\" rel=\"noopener\">WhatsApp us<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"xd-more\">\n<p class=\"xd-eyebrow\">Keep exploring<\/p>\n<h2>Plan the rest of the week<\/h2>\n<div class=\"xd-more__grid\"><a class=\"xd-more__card\" href=\"\/advanced-open-water-course-playa-del-carmen\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/xibalbadiversmx.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/GOPR0649_1626560860240-1024x768.webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xibalbadiversmx.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/GOPR0649_1626560860240-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/xibalbadiversmx.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/GOPR0649_1626560860240-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/xibalbadiversmx.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/GOPR0649_1626560860240-1536x1152.webp 1536w, https:\/\/xibalbadiversmx.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/GOPR0649_1626560860240-scaled.webp 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 360px\" alt=\"Diver exploring the Mama Vina wreck near Playa del Carmen\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"><span class=\"xd-more__body\"><span class=\"xd-more__tag\">Before the sharks<\/span><span class=\"xd-more__title\">Advanced Open Water<\/span><span class=\"xd-more__text\">Three days to 30 metres; in season the shark conservation elective is this dive.<\/span><\/span><\/a><a class=\"xd-more__card\" href=\"\/fun-dives\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/xibalbadiversmx.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/DSC7102-1024x768.webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xibalbadiversmx.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/DSC7102-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/xibalbadiversmx.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/DSC7102-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/xibalbadiversmx.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/DSC7102-1536x1152.webp 1536w, https:\/\/xibalbadiversmx.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/DSC7102-scaled.webp 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 360px\" alt=\"Green sea turtle swimming over a reef in the Riviera Maya\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"><span class=\"xd-more__body\"><span class=\"xd-more__tag\">The next morning<\/span><span class=\"xd-more__title\">Fun dives in Playa del Carmen<\/span><span class=\"xd-more__text\">Two tank reef mornings on the home reefs, 2,200 MXN per diver.<\/span><\/span><\/a><a class=\"xd-more__card\" href=\"\/cenotes-del-carmen-and-the-riviera-maya\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/xibalbadiversmx.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Copy-of-IMG_7648-1024x768.webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xibalbadiversmx.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Copy-of-IMG_7648-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/xibalbadiversmx.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Copy-of-IMG_7648-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/xibalbadiversmx.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Copy-of-IMG_7648-1536x1152.webp 1536w, https:\/\/xibalbadiversmx.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Copy-of-IMG_7648-scaled.webp 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 360px\" alt=\"Diver silhouetted in light beams inside a cenote\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"><span class=\"xd-more__body\"><span class=\"xd-more__tag\">The other half<\/span><span class=\"xd-more__title\">Cenote diving in Playa del Carmen<\/span><span class=\"xd-more__text\">Nine guided cavern routes, from 3,000 MXN for two dives.<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\", \"@type\": \"Service\", \"@id\": \"https:\/\/xibalbadiversmx.com\/shark-dives\/#service\", \"name\": \"Bull Shark Diving in Playa del Carmen\", \"serviceType\": \"Guided bull shark diving\", \"description\": \"Seasonal bull shark dives at Shark Point off Playa del Carmen, November to February, at about 24 metres: observation dive with a second reef dive and Nitrox for 2,800 MXN, or the feeding dive run by shark specialists for 4,200 MXN. 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