Banderas Reef is a lightly dived, shallow reef in the Punta Cancún area, offering a calm drift dive with excellent visibility and rich biodiversity. Its parallel coral formations, ledges, and overhangs create a relaxed yet engaging experience for certified divers who enjoy quiet sites and close-up marine life encounters.

Thinking about getting scuba certified? Discover everything you need to know about the PADI Open Water Diver course—from what gear you’ll use to where your first dive will take you. With calm, turquoise waters and the world-famous MUSA Underwater Museum, Isla Mujeres is the perfect place to begin your underwater journey.