Cancun & Isla Mujeres

Mexico

Cancun & Isla Mujeres Dive Guide

Overview

Cancun is best known for wreck diving, underwater museums (MUSA), and encounters with seasonal whale sharks, while Isla Mujeres offers vibrant coral reefs and drift dives.

Top Dive Sites

  • MUSA (Underwater Museum of Art) (30-40 ft) – A must-see artificial reef featuring 500+ sculptures submerged in the ocean.

  • C-58 Minesweeper Wreck (80-100 ft) – A split-in-half wreck home to schooling jacks, barracuda, and moray eels.

  • Manchones Reef (30-40 ft) – A colorful, shallow reef with great marine diversity.

  • Punta Negra Drift Dive (50-80 ft) – A fast-paced drift dive over coral gardens near Isla Mujeres.

  • Whale Shark Snorkeling (Seasonal, June–Sept) – While not a dive, snorkeling with whale sharks is a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

Marine Life to Expect

  • Whale sharks (June – September)

  • Turtles (year-round)

  • Schooling jacks and barracuda

  • Manta rays (summer months)

  • Moray eels and groupers

Best Time to Dive

  • Year-round diving

  • Best for Whale Sharks: June – September

  • Calmest Conditions: December – April

Travel Tips

  • Getting There: Fly into Cancun International Airport (CUN).

  • Getting Around: Rental cars, taxis, or ferries to Isla Mujeres.

  • Currency: Mexican Peso (MXN), USD accepted.

  • Topside Activities: Explore Cancun’s nightlife, visit Isla Contoy, or take a day trip to Chichén Itzá.

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