Official Puerto Morelos marine park overview and access context.
Curved coral reef dive on white sand in Puerto Morelos.
Curved coral reef dive on white sand in Puerto Morelos.
Media Luna is a gentle Puerto Morelos reef dive built around a curved coral formation rising from bright sand. The crescent shape gives the site its identity, with reef fish moving along the coral arc and enough structure to keep the dive scenic without feeling hectic.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
15m+
Depth Note
Crescent-shaped coral formation on white sand at about 15 m depth.
Best Season
Diving is possible year-round in Puerto Morelos, with the more settled dry-season window from November to May usually offering the most reliable conditions.
Typical Conditions
Typical Puerto Morelos reef conditions are warm water, light current, and good visibility, with boat departures dependent on weather.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Maintain good buoyancy over the coral formation, follow the guide's boat procedures, and stay alert for vessel movement during pickup and drop-off.
Access Restrictions
Media Luna is accessed by boat inside the Puerto Morelos marine park rather than by independent shore entry.
Legal Notes
Protected-area rules apply at Media Luna: follow marine-park guidance and avoid touching or standing on coral.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Best suited to relaxed scuba reef dives around the coral crescent, with an easy circuit over sand and reef fish activity along the formation.
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
Last Updated
Research Sources
Official Puerto Morelos marine park overview and access context.
Puerto Morelos diving overview with light current, boat access, 15-30 m visibility, and dry-season guidance.
Puerto Morelos reef diving logistics, typical shallow reef profile, visibility, and minimal current.
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