Punta Nizuc
Discover Punta Nizuc and a fascinating hidden world under the sea.
Punta Nizuc is the area located at the southern end of the island of Cancun, right where the famous Hotel Zone ends.
It is an area famous for its underwater beauty, since under the waters hides the Great Mayan Reef (or Mesoamerican Reef).
It is the second largest barrier reef in the world, which we can access through diving or snorkeling excursions.
Besides the coral reef, in Punta Nizuc we find other interesting activity options, such as boat rides, beaches and an "underwater art" experience. Let's see:
What to do in Punta Nizuc ?
Scuba Diving and Snorkeling in Punta Nizuc
Off the coast of Punta Nizuc we find the Mesoamerican Reef, with an incredible panorama of great underwater biodiversity, which can only be accessed through scuba diving or snorkeling.
The waters are crystal clear and warm, ideal for diving.
The Mesoamerican Reef is home to more than 65 species of corals, hundreds of mollusks and exotic fish.
The area is also home to several endangered species, which is why it has been declared a protected natural area.
In Punta Nizuc, several companies offer scuba diving and snorkeling as an excursion, so you can see and get to know this wonderful place.
Underwater Museum of Art (MUSA)
Continuing with underwater activities, near Punta Nizuc we can find the Underwater Museum of Art (Museo Subacático de Arte) (MUSA), a museum built under the waters of the Caribbean Sea.
The museum exhibits more than 500 sculptures of diverse figures, made by different contemporary authors.
The museum can be visited in three ways: by boat, snorkeling or diving.
Needless to say, the best way to appreciate the sculptures is by snorkeling.
Don't miss this tour, you will rarely get to experience something like this.
Nizuc Beach
It is a small beach located near Punta Nizuc, at kilometer 25 of Bv. Kukulcan.
It is a quiet and uncrowded beach, always compared to other more popular beaches in the Hotel Zone.
It features shallow and calm waters, and is ideal for a quiet time with the family.
Nizuc Beach is pet-friendly: you can walk with your pet from 5:00 am to 11:00 am.