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Diving with the bull shark is an adrenaline-pumping experience for certified scuba diver.
Bull sharks have this name because they are robust, they measure more than three meters and weigh up to 250 kg, so observing them in their natural environment is an unforgettable experience.
Every year from November to March female bull sharks return to their perfect breeding grounds in the shallow waters in front of the coast of Playa del Carmen.
The place is especially attractive since there are a large number of turtles, one of its main sources of food, and the fact that there is a freshwater filtration from the cenotes, since among the peculiarities of this shark is that it can inhabit in rivers, estuaries or freshwater lakes.
This adventure must always be done with a certified guide and when submerging you must remain motionless, kneeling or lying on the bottom, avoiding any sudden or rapid movement. The clothing must be dark, the shark must not be touched, chased or cornered and when returning to the surface it must be without stopping.
The dive site that has the largest number of bull sharks in the area is called Jardines Deep at a depth of approximately 8 m (26 ft) and normally you can see between 2 and 10 bull sharks. Morning dives tend to be the best for encountering bull sharks within the waters off Playa del Carmen.