On the Water
Mona Island / Mona Passage
Mayagüez · Far West

Mona Island, located in the Far West of Puerto Rico, is a remote, uninhabited protected island. It features 150 ft+ visibility, sharks, sea turtles, and untouched coral.
Diving is the primary activity on the island, with typical conditions including 100–150 ft+ visibility, pelagic sharks, and a requirement for a permit and liveaboard accommodation. The best time to visit is from February to April, when the passage is calm, although a permit is required year-round.
- Best season
- Feb–Apr
- Best time
- February–April (calm passage); permit required year-round
- Typical conditions
- Viz 100–150 ft+ · Pelagic sharks · Permit + liveaboard required
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