

Best for beginner divers, 1-36m, shore entry, mild current.
La Media Luna is a freshwater site in Ixtapa and Zihuatanejo, Mexico, featuring a combination of cave and reef topography. Divers can explore depths ranging from 1 to 36 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres suitable for beginners. The site offers shore access with mild currents and visibility between 20 and 30 metres. Water temperatures remain consistent year-round between 27°C and 32°C due to thermal springs. The habitat supports various freshwater fish and aquatic plants. Divers should exercise caution regarding stonefish on the seabed and are advised to shuffle their feet during shore entry to avoid contact with the substrate.
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The site has parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, and air fills on site, so you can travel light and turn around multiple dives in a day. Keep your fins well clear of the reef floor and any rocky patches to avoid accidental contact with stonefish.
Arrive at the Media Luna diving school located on the federal highway #70, #650 Col. Barrio Cuarto. Media Luna, Cd. Fernandez, SLP.
No known hazards
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 36m
Visibility
20-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
40 min
Best Time
Year-round
The site supports freshwater fish and aquatic plant life, including tilapia, carp, livebearers, catfish, and water lilies.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, though divers should remain within shallower sections as the deeper parts of the 36-metre range exceed entry-level limits.
The site ranges from 1 to 36 metres deep, with an average depth of 10 metres.
La Media Luna is a shore entry site, meaning no boat is required.
Stonefish are present on the seabed. Divers should wear protective footwear and shuffle their feet when entering from the shore to avoid accidental contact.
Diving at La Media Luna in Rio Verde requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near La Media Luna in Rio Verde. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
The best months to visit La Media Luna in Rio Verde are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
La Media Luna in Rio Verde typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at La Media Luna in Rio Verde typically ranges from 20 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.