
Come to our resort in Cozumel to explore the Palancar Reef
Palancar Reef is a special place for scuba diving enthusiasts. If you would like to experience a real paradise, come to this wonderful island that also offers many fun activities. Stay at Presidente InterContinental, our resort in Cozumel, a great option to embark on this deep-sea adventure in the Great Mayan Reef.

Palancar Reef: live an unparalleled adventure
Cozumel is surrounded by the Great Barrier Reef of the Western Atlantic, the second-largest coral formation after the Great Australian Barrier, providing options for divers of different skill levels.
The Palancar Reef is the most important destination for scuba diving. Here, the famous Jacques Cousteau introduced this fantastic paradise to the world, and you can find thousands of species and fantastic marine life. Admire hawksbill turtles, eagle rays, angelfish, filefish, butterflyfish, starfish, and also the toadfish, an endemic species of the region.
Discover the secrets of the sea
This reef offers you different levels of complexity according to your experience in scuba diving. For example, for beginners, the Palancar Gardens are the best option, featuring a sandy area with rich vegetation and moderate currents.
For intermediate and advanced divers, there are three places: Palancar Caves, where you can explore canyons, caves, and tunnels, illuminated by sunlight throughout. Palancar Bricks is named after a barge that dropped red bricks in the 1950s; now, you can see some of the bricks. Finally, Palancar Horseshoe offers an abundance of life and different coral formations; it is a great place to adventure.
How to get to Palancar Reef?
You can access it via Palancar Beach, a calm and beautiful place. Taxis, rental cars, and scooters are the most popular form of transportation. Although you can visit this beautiful place year-round, many people love to come from December to April because the weather is sunny and warm.

A luxury resort in Cozumel for a breathtaking vacation
The hotel of Presidente Intercontinental is the perfect resort in Cozumel to experience the fantastic marine world and all its surprises. Moreover, our facilities are peaceful and comfortable, allowing you to rest and enjoy the beach, eat delicious food and drinks for a breathtaking vacation.
You can ask our concierge for the best way to get there, and remember that our luxury resort in Cozumel offers some diving packages that you can inquire about.

Enjoy a great vacation in one of the best resorts of Cozumel
After a scuba diving experience, return to the hotel to enjoy our luxurious facilities and services. Presidente InterContinental is one of the best resorts in Cozumel, offering our rooms equipped with contemporary Mexican design furniture and the best views of the island. Sleep in comfortable beds with Egyptian cotton duvets and relax in our pool.
Try delicious food in our restaurants to complete a fantastic vacation. We offer different cuisines such as Mexican, Italian, and Mediterranean, ensuring your satisfaction.
Experience scuba diving in a beautiful resort in Cozumel
If you love scuba diving, do not miss the opportunity to visit Palancar Reef, a real heaven in the sea. For a great experience, come to Presidente InterContinental Cozumel, our 5-star hotel, where you will have an excellent stay, as our services are designed to please you. Remember that our resort in Cozumel has experts who can guide you to the most impressive reef. Visit us soon!