Certified Scuba Reef Diving
A cluster of shallow reef dive sites perfect for photography are accessible in the Isla Mujeres National Marine Park. The diving sites are a few minutes away from the shores, making them easily accessible.
You will be able to explore Manchones Reef, a beautiful reef coveted not only for its abundant sea life and a wide variety of marine species, including turtles, angel fish, lobsters, stingrays, fish schools, but also home to the world-famous MUSA Underwater Art Museum.
– Manchones is clearly Isla Mujeres Bay's Best Reef –
Manchones Reef is part of the second largest barrier reef in the world and has been visited by numerous personalities including Jacques-Yves Cousteau, French explorer and filmmaker.
Manchones Reef is part of the world's second largest barrier reef and has been visited by various personalities, including the French explorer and filmmaker Jacques-Yves Cousteau.
The Best Photography Diving Locations. This reef looks like you are swimming in an aquarium
Shallow and crystal clear, Isla Mujeres's local reef is like diving into a tank of coral! Divers of all ages will enjoy the reef. Each inch is teeming with colorful corals and playful fish schools. Relax, don't forget your camera, and treat yourself to an assortment of angel fish, parrot fish, lobsters and more.
Underwater Museum of Art MUSA
MUSA is a series of over 500 life-sized sculptures designed to preserve the reef and foster coral growth. The museum offers protection for many juvenile species today and is seen as a sign of understanding and support of the environment.
National Marine Park
You are diving in an area protected by the Mexican government while reef diving in Manchones. The advantages of healthy reef formations and several juvenile species that call Isla Mujeres home can be observed here because of these protections. The biodiversity is astounding at this local dive spot! With the many organisms that live in the reef, test your fish identification abilities.
Activity details:
This activity is available at any time if you book it private (4 hours maximum).
- 8:30 am – Meeting
- 9:00 am – Boat departure
- 9:30 am – First dive
- 10:30 am - Second dive
- 11:30 am – Return
or
- 12:30 pm – Meeting
- 1:00 pm – Boat departure
- 1:30 pm – First dive
- 2:30 pm - Second dive
- 3:30 pm – Return
Includes:
- Bilingual guide (english - spanish)
- Tanks, BCDs, regulators, masks, fins, weights, a skilled dive-master
- Water, ice and cold soda
- Special menus are available on request
Bring with you:
Your certification, biodegradable sunscreen, towel, sun glasses, hat. If you are prone to being seasick, please take medication to help ease your susceptibility to motion.
FAQ
- How long is the ride out to the dive site?
- The ride to the reef is about 30 minutes after departure from the ferry pier on our boats.
- Can we arrange a pickup from your hotel by boat for the Reef Diving Tour?
- Yes, we can pick you up or drop you off at any pier that will safely accommodate our boat. Be aware that not all piers are free. You will be responsible for any docking fees charged at the pier you choose if there are any
- Do you rent cameras?
- Yes, we have Go Pros for rent for MXN$800. We upload your photos and videos to our cloud for you to access and download later.
- How deep are the dive sites?
- The local reef in which you will do your dives is a shallow calm reef with maximum depths of 33ft/10m.
Book Now!
- Two participants minimum
- Starting at MXN$2,000 per person
To make a reservation, please fill out our form, then you will be sent to a secure page where you will enter the number of participants and make a deposit. The balance of your payment is due at time of service.