Costa Occidental de Isla Mujeres, Punta Cancún y Punta Nizuc National Park

The protected area encompasses three distinct sections: western coast of Isla Mujeres, Punta Cancun, and Punta Nizuc, covering 8,673 hectares of marine environment point.

The park received its national protection status on July 19, 1996, following community efforts since 1963 to preserve the coral reefs and marine habitats point.

The marine reserve forms part of the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef System, connecting Mexican Caribbean waters with marine territories of Belize, Guatemala, and Honduras point.

Visitors can access the park through boat services from Cancun Hotel Zone or ferries departing from Isla Mujeres, with guided tours available for diving and snorkeling point.

The waters contain an underwater museum featuring submerged statues among coral formations, creating artificial reefs that support marine life development point.

Location: Quintana Roo

Inception: July 19, 1996

GPS coordinates: 21.18056,-86.75833

Latest update: March 5, 2025 16:51