Jardines is one of the lesser-dived spots on Manchones Reef, Isla Mujeres, offering calm waters, vibrant marine life, and a peaceful escape from the crowds. Explore rays, nurse sharks, colorful tropical fish, and the hidden underwater statue Bacab, all just minutes from the shore and close to the famous MUSA museum. Perfect for snorkelers, beginners, and all certified divers alike.

At Pocna Dive Center, we love uncovering forgotten corners of the sea. Casetas, part of the Chairel ferry wreck, is our newest addition to Isla Mujeres’ wreck dives. Sitting at 24 meters with medium to strong currents and abundant marine life, this drift dive is perfect for experienced divers looking for adventure. With Casetas now open, divers have even more shipwrecks to explore in the area, each with its own story beneath the waves.

*Buried heads, briefcases, and prayer-like poses—The Bankers in MUSA’s Manchones Gallery offer a haunting underwater statement on denial, capitalism, and climate change. Created by Jason deCaires Taylor in 2012, these six statues lie at 9 meters depth, where marine life thrives within their hollow forms. Powerful and provocative, this sculpture challenges divers and snorkelers alike to reflect on what we value—and what we ignore.

Drift past loggerhead turtles, dolphins, rays, and century-old shipwrecks at Punta Sur, Isla Mujeres. This advanced drift dive takes you flying along strong currents around the island’s southern tip—home to ancient Mayan ruins and breathtaking marine life. Not for beginners, but unforgettable for the experienced.

Beneath the waves off Isla Mujeres lies The Silent Evolution — a hauntingly beautiful underwater installation of 477 life-sized statues by artist Jason deCaires Taylor. Designed to relieve pressure on damaged reefs, the sculptures now form a thriving coral habitat. Each statue tells a story, from local villagers to journalists and musicians, silently transformed by the sea. Dive into the art, science, and soul of MUSA.

After Hurricane Wilma devastated local reefs, artists and marine biologists created MUSA—the Underwater Museum of Art—to give coral a new home. Today, over 500 statues rest beneath the waves near Isla Mujeres, forming a living gallery where art and nature grow together. Carefully placed to attract coral larvae and withstand storms, each sculpture transforms over time into a thriving reef, rich with life and meaning.

Parrotfish are more than colourful reef dwellers—they poop our beaches, build reef structure, and control algae. Learn how they shape the Caribbean and how you can help protect them. Dive in at Manchones Reef, Isla Mujeres.

Every year from May to October, Isla Mujeres welcomes the return of loggerhead sea turtles. Divers can witness incredible encounters — from drift dives among mating turtles to peaceful night dives with resting giants. Learn about their life cycle, the threats they face, and how we can protect these ancient mariners.

From calm reefs and underwater sculptures to thrilling shipwrecks and drift dives, Isla Mujeres offers it all. Inside the National Marine Park, beginners and snorkelers explore Manchones Reef and MUSA. Just beyond, advanced divers enjoy deeper sites, strong currents, and rich marine life. Whether it’s your first dive or your hundredth, these waters welcome everyone.