Buceando Mahahual Costa Maya

Mahahual serves as a primary gateway to the stunning marine landscapes of the Costa Maya. This region offers a unique opportunity to explore pristine coral reefs and encounter a vast array of pelagic species and reef life.

The reefs here are defined by a rich tapestry of hard corals and sponges. You will find various species of corals and barrel sponges providing the structural foundation for a complex ecosystem. Sea anemones (Actiniaria) and various mollusks thrive among the reef structures.

You can regularly observe larger species such as Nurse sharks (Ginglymostoma cirratum) and different types of turtles, including the Loggerhead sea turtle (Caretta caretta) and the Hawksbill turtle (Eretmochelys imbricata). Other notable inhabitants include the Eagle ray (Aetobatus) and various Jack (Carangidae) species.

Macro life and smaller inhabitants add detail to the seascape, with sponges, crustaceans, and various fish species moving through the reef. You may also encounter Moray eels (Muraenidae), Garden eels (Gorgasia), and Spiny lobster (Palinuridae) amongst the crevices.