REEF
DIVES
One of the most popular activities on Isla Mujeres is reef diving. No matter which reef dive site you choose to explore on Isla Mujeres, you are sure to be amazed by the stunning beauty and diversity of the marine life that you will encounter. With its warm waters, clear visibility, and vibrant underwater world, Isla Mujeres is truly a diver's paradise.
A reef dive site rich in marine life and exploration opportunities.
Manchones 1 is ideal for snorkelers, divers, and photographers. Its shallow depths and clear turquoise waters offer rich marine life and exploration opportunities. The warm currents provide a comfortable diving experience. Its name reflects its stain-like appearance "manchas" from above.
A reef dive site with buzzing marine life, little to no current, and great visibility.
Manchones 2 offers little to no current, excellent sunlight, great visibility, and coarse white sand, making it an ideal spot for snorkelers. It is suitable for both recreational and educational dives.
No Name is the favorite drifty reef dive site of many divers.
The No Name Reef has a coral wall rising 2-3 meters (6-10 feet) on one side and an algae plain on the other, forming a half-moon shape. It’s a popular drift dive site known for moderate currents where divers often see pelagic marine life, including large eels and sometimes blacktip sharks.
A dive site was documented by Jacques Cousteau and Ramon Bravo in 1970
Sleeping Shark Cave, about a 30-minute boat ride from Isla Mujeres, is a fascinating site where sharks appear to sleep in caves, first discovered by local fisherman "La Valvula." This unique dive location has drawn visitors for decades and was documented by Jacques Cousteau and Ramon Bravo in 1970.
One of the most stunning reefs in the area
Its long overhang and gentle currents maintain a healthy ecosystem, making it ideal for photographers and offering a relaxing drift diving experience. Divers can easily follow the coral-covered edge while encountering vibrant marine life in the clear waters.
An anchor-shaped reef with swim-throughs
Grampin, named for its reef shape, means "anchor" in Mexican Spanish. This dive site features mild to moderate currents and offers drift diving opportunities suitable for divers of all experience levels. It includes swim-throughs and shallow valleys filled with corals and sponges.
Light current and rich biodiversity and very popular among experienced divers
Banderas Reef is a dive site known for its light current and rich biodiversity. Although it is a bit farther from Manchones Reef, it is part of Punta Cancun. This greater distance means fewer dive operations use the site, making it less crowded and more popular among experienced divers.
A gentle drift current guiding you over reef balls
A stunning dive site that features a small shipwreck abundant with marine life. A gentle current will guide you over reef balls that were placed there in 2005 to enhance the reef system, providing crucial habitat for fish. The dive concludes at the vibrant Manchones reef.
Jardines, which means "Gardens" in English, is a stunning location rich in marine life.
This reef dive site is situated at the base of Manchones 1. With minimal current, this reef provides a relaxed and easy diving experience, making it perfect for recreational divers, photographers, and those looking to start or continue their diver education.
Discover the wonders of Isla Mujeres' turtle population
Isla Mujeres is home to many species of sea turtles, inc: Green turtles, Hawksbill turtles, and Loggerhead turtles. The island is situated in the middle of the migration path, meaning visitors can witness them in their masses, coming to feed, mate, and nest during certain times of the year
Descend under the waves as the sun sets and the stars come out.
Set off into the infamous Isla Mujeres sunset and descend down under the wave as the stars begin to shine. Night dives are a unique and unforgettable experience that brings ocean creatures to life.