PADI Open Water Diver Course in the Riviera Maya

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Playa del Carmen, Mexico

3 days (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Learn to scuba dive while on vacation in the Riviera Maya during this 4-day PADI Open Water Diver (OWD) course. Participate in five theory classes and pool sessions, followed by four open-water guided boat dives in the warm waters of Cozumel Reefs National Marine Park, a protected coral reserve. You’ll receive entry-level scuba diving certification that qualifies you to dive independently with a buddy in similar conditions.

Riviera Maya 4-day Open Water Diver course
Get certified to scuba dive independently
Learn scuba theory and take practice sessions in the pool
Dive in the coral-strewn marine park off Cozumel’s southern coast
Hotel pickup and drop-off included from the Riviera Maya and Cancun

What's Included

Professional guide
Full scuba gear
5 pool sessions
4 open water guided boat dives
Digital manual and certifications fees
Use of Scuba equipment

Use of SCUBA equipment

Food and drinks
pick-up locations available from USD 25 per person per day (min 2 pax)
Marine park fees USD 8/day/person, subject to changes
Admission Fee - PADI Open Water Diver Course in the Riviera Maya

$8.00 per person

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

Pick-ups are offered in Playa del Carmen and the Riviera Maya area for extra fees: All hotels between Dorado Maroma and Dreams Tulum, USD 25/person (min 2). Exceptions may apply. Tulum area: Pick-up is not available Cancun: Please get in touch with us.

Meeting point

Allegro Playacar - All Inclusive
Desarrollo, P.º Xaman - Ha 7, Playacar, 77710 Playa del Carmen, Q.R., Mexico
We can meet at these resorts where we have our dive centers: Allegro Playacar resort, Catalonia Playa Maroma, Catalonia Riviera Maya, Catalonia Playa Maroma

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Operating hours
.8:00 am

What To Expect

Riviera Maya

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps

Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
Minimum age is 10 years
May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
Diving within 48 hours of flying is not recommended. All participants will be required to complete a health questionnaire prior to diving. Some pre-existing medical conditions (eg asthma, heart conditions, etc) may prevent you from diving, please consult your doctor
Check our medical policies: https://prodiveinternational.com/medical-policy/
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 4 travelers