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Not sure which turtle you just saw on a reef dive in Cancun or Isla Mujeres? This fun, science-backed guide breaks down how to identify hawksbill, green, and loggerhead sea turtles, plus key behaviors, conservation facts, and turtle-friendly snorkeling and diving tips.

Planning scuba diving in Cancun or Isla Mujeres? This guide breaks down winds, visibility, water temps, port closures, whale shark season, and hurricane season, plus how to use marine forecasts without overreacting to every rain icon.

Whale shark season in Cancun is back. Learn when to go, how Manta’s new small-boat and private charter options work, what to expect in the water, and how to enjoy a calmer, conservation-first whale shark day.

Dive insurance is one of the simplest ways to protect your trip, your training, and your peace of mind. Here is how DAN and DiveAssure differ, what dive accident coverage helps with, and why Manta includes DAN Student Member Coverage at no charge for course students.

Ever come up from a dive saying “did you see that yellow fish” and nobody knows what you mean? Here is a quick, practical guide to common reef fish and turtles around Cancun and Isla Mujeres, with simple ID tips you can use on your next snorkel or dive.

Scuba diving is more than an adventure. From a full-body workout and mindful breathing to stress relief, confidence, and community, discover the health benefits of diving and why so many divers say they feel better after time underwater.

Cozumel is famous for clear water, wall dives, and effortless drift diving. Here is what makes the reefs special, what marine life to expect (including the Splendid Toadfish), and how to dive Cozumel in a single day from Cancun with Manta’s Cozumel Direct 2 Tank.