

Best for beginner divers, 4m, shore & boat entry, mild current.
Punta Nizuc is a shallow reef and artificial reef site located at the southern tip of the Cancun Hotel Zone. Situated 150 metres from the shore, the site reaches an average depth of 4 metres. It features coral gardens and includes a portion of the MUSA underwater museum. Conditions are generally mild with visibility ranging from 15 to 25 metres, though surf can be a hazard. The site is suitable for beginners and accessible by both boat and shore. Water temperatures remain warm throughout the year, ranging between 27 and 30 degrees Celsius. Guided tours are available, and parking is provided at the location.
21.02080, -86.77850
The closest work of the Underwater Museum of Art to Punta Nizuc is The Gardener of Hope.
Bus routes 1 and 2 from the Cancun Hotel Zone reach Punta Nizuc. Cancun International Airport is 11 km west.
Recorded at this site
Depth
4m
Visibility
15-25m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore & Boat
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
120 min
Best Time
Year-round
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to its shallow average depth of 4 metres and mild currents.
The site has an average depth of 4 metres.
Yes, Punta Nizuc is suitable for both diving and snorkelling, with a snorkel rating of 4 out of 5.
Yes, the site is accessible by both shore and boat, located 150 metres from the coast.
Visibility typically ranges from 15 to 25 metres with mild currents, though surf can be a hazard.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Punta Nizuc in Cancun. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Punta Nizuc in Cancun 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.