PADI Discover Scuba Diving Program in the Riviera Maya
Overview
Take your first breath underwater and discover the stunning reefs of the Riviera Maya. This introductory program will give you all the necessary skills to get used to scuba diving and enjoy seeing the underwater world with different eyes.
What's Included
- Full scuba gear and instructor
- Brief theory and pool session
- 1 guided boat dive on the Riviera Maya
- Alcoholic drinks
- Lunch
- Video footage (available to purchase)
- Marine park fees USD 8/day/diver, subject to changes
Meeting and Pickup
Pick-ups are offered in Playa del Carmen and the Riviera Maya area for extra fees: All hotels between Dorado Maroma and Dreams Tulum. Exceptions may apply. Tulum area: Pick-up is not available Cancun: Please get in touch with us. The exact pickup time will be provided the day before the activity.
What To Expect
Discover the stunning underwater world during this discover scuba diving trial!
After a short theory and pool session you will go out for a boat dive on our stunning reefs
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Minimum age is 10 years (parent must be present)
- Not available for pregnant women
- Diving within 24 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
- Check our medical policies: https://prodiveinternational.com/medical-policy/
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 4 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (10)
Q: Do I need to have previous Scuba experience for this activity?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-23635P9
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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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No, you don’t need to have any previous Scuba experience, but you must be able to swim without a flotation device.
Mar 2022Participants in the PADI Discover Scuba Diving Program in the Riviera Maya 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).
- Full scuba gear and instructor.
- Brief theory and pool session.
- 1 guided boat dive on the Riviera Maya.
- Alcoholic drinks.
- Lunch.
- Video footage (available to purchase).
- Marine park fees USD 8/day/diver, subject to changes.
The 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 PADI Discover Scuba Diving Program in the Riviera Maya is as follows:
- 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 PADI Discover Scuba Diving Program in the Riviera Maya 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
- Full scuba gear and instructor
- Brief theory and pool session
- 1 guided boat dive on the Riviera Maya
- Alcoholic drinks
- Lunch
- Video footage (available to purchase)
- Marine park fees USD 8/day/diver, subject to changes
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Minimum age is 10 years (parent must be present)
- Not available for pregnant women
- Diving within 24 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
- Check our medical policies: https://prodiveinternational.com/medical-policy/
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 4 travelers
