

Best for intermediate divers, 10-25m, boat entry, mild current.
Blue Ha Reef is a marine site located off Mahahual, Mexico, suitable for intermediate divers. The reef topography spans depths of 10 to 25 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres. Access is exclusively by boat. Divers can expect mild currents and visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres. Water temperatures remain warm throughout the year, fluctuating between 27 and 30 degrees Celsius. Species recorded around this area include Indian Lionfish, Great Barracuda, French Angelfish, Nurse Shark, Chupare Stingray, Purple Sea Fan, Wrasses, Round Stingray, Blue Tang, Caribbean Spiny Lobster, Porcupinefish, Gray Angelfish, Caribbean Ocean Surgeonfish, and Reef Squid. A surface marker buoy is recommended for safe ascents due to local boat traffic.
18.70543, -87.70532
Check locally for the most current boat operator and facilities information before you head out, as services in Mahahual can vary by season. Bring a surface marker buoy for the ascent, as boat traffic in the area makes a safe, visible return to the surface important.
Accessible by boat.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
10-25m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Species recorded around this area include Indian Lionfish, Great Barracuda, French Angelfish, Nurse Shark, Chupare Stingray, Purple Sea Fan, Wrasses, Round Stingray, Blue Tang, Caribbean Spiny Lobster, Porcupinefish, Gray Angelfish, Caribbean Ocean Surgeonfish, and Reef Squid.
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers.
The reef ranges from 10 to 25 metres deep, with an average depth of 15 metres.
This is a boat dive; a boat is required to reach the site.
The site is designated for diving and requires boat access, but specific suitability for snorkelling is not provided.
Diving at Blue Ha Reef in Mahahual requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Blue Ha Reef in Mahahual. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Blue Ha Reef in Mahahual are May, June, July, August, and September. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Blue Ha Reef in Mahahual typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Blue Ha Reef in Mahahual typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.