BULL SHARK DIVING
November to March
Diving with bull sharks is a unique experience! These female sharks come to visit us every year, from November to February. They come to feed in the warm waters of the Mexican Caribbean before giving birth to their pups.
Diving with the bull shark creates a rush of adrenaline! At the same time, you'll feel a surge of calm that these magnificent creatures convey. There has never been an accident with them.
The sharks are not shy at all! They come up to us to find out who we are. They let us observe them in their natural habitat, and we must not interfere with their environment. Divers are there as respectful spectators.
How does the dive unfold?
Meet at the dive center to try on the equipment and have a complete briefing. This briefing will explain the rules to follow during the dive with the sharks, but you'll also learn more from your passionate guide about the importance of protecting them for our own survival.
After a few minutes by boat, you'll reach the shark point. Entry into the water is by a backward roll. The descent is done using a rope because there is a current. During the descent, thanks to the excellent visibility, you'll already see the sharks on the bottom.
Once at the bottom, between 20 and 25 m, the dive takes place in a kneeling position; it's a static dive. We stay on the bottom, holding onto a rope, and it's them, the female bull sharks, curious, who come to meet us. We'll then ascend, respecting the 3-minute safety stop at 5 m.
Afterwards we'll do a second dive, this time on a local reef in Playa del Carmen. Diving with bull sharks is an immersion not to be missed!
Rules to follow
- No flash during photos
- The dive group must stay together
- Flashy-colored fins or wetsuits are not allowed
Details & booking
3200 pesosDuration
3 hours
Group
6 max
Depth
25m
Level
Advanced or OW + 20 dives
Season
November to March
Included: transport from Playa del Carmen, certified guide, full equipment, meals & drinks.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What level do I need to dive with bull sharks?+
You need a PADI Advanced level or equivalent, or to be Open Water with 20 dives and complete your deep diving specialty with us.
How does the dive with the sharks work?+
Meet at the dive center to try on the equipment and have a complete briefing. This briefing will explain the rules to follow during the dive with the sharks, but you'll also learn more from your passionate guide about the importance of protecting them. After a few minutes by boat, you'll reach the shark point. Entry into the water is by a backward roll. The descent is done using a rope because there is a current. Once at the bottom, between 20 and 25 m, the dive takes place in a kneeling position; it's a static dive. We stay on the bottom, holding onto a rope, and it's them, the female bull sharks, curious, who come to meet us.
What rules must be followed for diving with bull sharks?+
No flash during photos. The dive group must stay together. Flashy-colored fins or wetsuits are not allowed. Divers are there as respectful spectators.
Is it dangerous to dive with bull sharks?+
There has never been an accident with them. The sharks are not shy at all! They come up to us to find out who we are. They let us observe them in their natural habitat, and we must not interfere with their environment.
What is the best time for this dive?+
The bull shark season runs from November to March. These females come to the warm waters of the Mexican Caribbean to feed before giving birth to their pups.
Quelles règles faut-il respecter pendant la plongée ?+
Il ne faut pas utiliser de flash, la palanquée doit rester groupée, les couleurs flashy sont interdites et les plongeurs doivent rester calmes. Il ne faut jamais toucher, poursuivre ou bloquer les requins. Les plongeurs sont là pour observer, pas pour provoquer une interaction.
Quelle est la profondeur de la plongée requin bouledogue ?+
La plongée avec les requins bouledogues se déroule à environ 25 m de profondeur. C’est pour cette raison qu’elle est réservée aux plongeurs certifiés et à l’aise en profondeur.
Combien de temps dure la sortie ?+
La sortie dure environ 3 heures. Elle comprend la préparation au centre, le briefing, la navigation, la plongée avec les requins bouledogues et une deuxième immersion sur un récif local de Playa del Carmen.
Quelle est la taille d’un requin bouledogue ?+
Le requin bouledogue est un requin massif et puissant. Sa taille varie selon les individus, mais il peut atteindre plusieurs mètres de longueur. Les femelles sont généralement plus grandes que les mâles, ce qui rend leur présence particulièrement impressionnante en plongée.
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