SHALLOW
DIVES
The shallow dive sites around Isla Mujeres offer an unforgettable underwater experience for divers of all skill levels. With depths around 30 feet, these sites provide calm conditions, bright colors, excellent visibility, and abundant, vibrant marine life, making them perfect for beginners and experienced divers alike.
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.
A submerged cross featuring a bowed figure meant to protect local fishermen
Just south of Manchones Reef stands a cross protecting local fishermen. Mexican diver Ramón Bravo initiated the project in 1993. He conceived the idea of submerging a religious symbol to divert tourists and reduce disturbances to marine life.
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.
Featuring a variety of sculptures by international artists
This unique dive site is part of MUSA. It features a variety of sculptures by international artists, including underwater houses, grenades, a time bomb, and a Seascape that resembles a portal to another dimension. Be sure to look for a hidden space invader created by a famous urban street artist!
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