Half-Day Scuba Diving in Playa del Carmen for Small-Group
Overview
Playa del Carmen is an excellent place to scuba dive. Our reefs are heathy and we have many fish - particularly compared to the numbers of fish you are likely to see in Cozumel. However, the quality of the corals is probably better over in Cozumel, so if you are particularly interested in Coral, then check out out Direct-to-Cozumel dive which you might prefer.
Our instructors will take excelent care you you and we dive in small groups (maximum 5 people) to ensure that can get the maximum enjoyment from the dive. Where possible we also work hard to match experience levels within each dive group.
Out instructors as passionate about the ocean, therefore during your experience you can expect to learn about the ocean and the wildlife you will discover.
What's Included
- Bottled water Bottled water from reusable bottles provided in reusable plastic cups
- Tanks and weights
- BCD, Regulator, Wetsuit ($18 per day for full equipment rental)
- Hotel pickup is not included in the cost of the activity.
Meeting Location
Avenida 1 entre Calles 20 y 22
Centro, 77710 Playa del Carmen, Q.R., Mexico
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
We offer two morning dives (arrive 08:00) and two afternoon dives (12:30).
Our morning dives are normally deeper and typically suitable only for Advanced Open Water divers who have been diving recently. Our afternoon dives are more suited to Open Water certified divers who have also been diving recently.
If you have not been diving recently then you may want to consider completing a scuba refresh session ($40) with us in the pool in the morning, prior to completing two afternoon dives. Please get in touch with us if you would like to arrange this.
We will begin by verifying you dive certification and preparing your scuba equipment. One of our instructors will then conduct a full dive briefing before we take you to our dive boat. From the boat we will complete two dives on two different coral reefs. The dives will typically last 40-60 minutes depending on depth, air consumptiion, skill level and comfort.
During the dives you are likely to see a huge range of tripical fish and beautiful corals. We sometimes see impressvie moray eels and graceful turtles during the dives too, so that is something extra special to look out for.
Additional Info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 5 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (10)
Q: How soon can I fly in an airplane after Scuba diving?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-262786P2
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Frequently Asked Questions (10)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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Participants in the Half-Day Scuba Diving in Playa del Carmen for Small-Group cannot fly in an airplane within 24 hours of their dive.
The main concern with scuba diving and flying is decompression sickness (DCS). Your body needs adequate time during an ascent to off-gas excess nitrogen, or you can form bubbles in your bloodstream, possibly leading to DCS.
Jun 2024If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).
- Bottled water. Bottled water from reusable bottles provided in reusable plastic cups.
- Tanks and weights.
- BCD, Regulator, Wetsuit ($18 per day for full equipment rental).
- Hotel pickup is not included in the cost of the activity.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 10..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Half-Day Scuba Diving in Playa del Carmen for Small-Group is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Half-Day Scuba Diving in Playa del Carmen for Small-Group will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Bottled waterBottled water from reusable bottles provided in reusable plastic cups
- Tanks and weights
- BCD, Regulator, Wetsuit ($18 per day for full equipment rental)
- Hotel pickup is not included in the cost of the activity.
Additional Info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 5 travelers
