The 7 Dives for Certified Divers in Playa del Carmen Worth the Boat Ride

1.Cozumel Dive Package – Certified Divers from the Riviera Maya (4 dives)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 51 reviews · 2 days (approx.) · from $378Our pick

Spend two days exploring Riviera Maya and Cozumel reefs with Pro Dive Mexico. You get four guided scuba sessions, ferry transport, lunch in Cozumel, and a small group capped at 12 people. Certified open-water divers can expect reef walls, swim-throughs, marine life, and guides such as David, Phil, Ricardo, and Leon.

“ProDive is one of the top companies in the district, covering Cancun all the way down to Tulum. Instructors are excited to share their passion of scuba diving with their customers. Sales and admin on the other hand are a whole different matter. After equalization issues and bad weather, we decided to rest for the couple days left of vacation that we had, and when we visited the dive shop for a refund, they became argumentative and combative. 30 minutes of argument later, and the worst Customer Service on the planet, they were adamant to no refund policy. BUYER BEEARE! We have dives across the planet and would never use…”

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2.2-Tank Morning or Afternoon Dives in Playa del Carmen certified Divers Only

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 33 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $89Best value

Choose a morning or afternoon boat trip from Scuba Libre in Playa del Carmen for two reef outings with a professional guide. Morning includes a deeper external reef and a shallower site, while afternoon offers two shallow outings. Suni may guide your group. Certified divers only, maximum eight people.

“Such an amazing experience with Suni as our dive master. Saw sea life such as sea turtles, giant crab, several large schools of colourful fish, and even a shark!! The entire experience was easy and fun thanks to the crew at Scuba libre from Niki at the shop to our boat drivers who helped with our gear to Suni who was such a friendly guide!! Thanks for the memories all!”

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3.Cenotes 2-Tank Dive in Playa del Carmen/for certified divers only

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 13 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $159

You’ll leave Scuba Libre at 8:30 a.m. for a guided two-tank cenote trip through the Mayan jungle. Certified divers visit sites such as Chikin Ha, Dos Ojos, or Jardin del Eden, with tanks, weights, lamps, cenote fees, snacks, and drinks included. Expect a small group of no more than four divers.

“The dive spot was more like a cave than a wide open lagoon. It was a bit scary. My dive instructor seemed annoyed each time I would let him know I was afraid. He wasn't the greatest to be with, which did not make the dive very fun.”

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4.Cancun: MUSA Diving for certified divers morning dive trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 7 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $137

Meet the My Deep Life team for two guided scuba descents in Isla Mujeres National Marine Park, including MUSA statues and nearby reefs. Certified divers reach a maximum of 30 feet, with equipment, water, and Cancun hotel-zone transport included. Small instructor groups, Spanish guidance, and morning departures by request make this a practical half-day choice.

“Excelente mergulho, os locais me surpreenderam de tão deslumbrantes, tanto o Musa como os arrecifes. Atendimento perfeito por parte da empresa, uma ótima condução do capitão da embarcação, o Antônio, e um excelente acompanhamento do mergulhador Alfredo.”

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5.Playa del Carmen: Guided Reef Diving for Certified Divers

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 7 reviews · from $142

Join Scuba Playa for an eight-hour reef scuba trip from Playa del Carmen, limited to five people. PADI guides match you with sites from 12 to 30 meters, with advanced options including the Mama Viña wreck. Expect gear, water, a safety briefing, and chances to see turtles, rays, sharks, eels, lobsters, crabs, and reef fish.

“Two separate dive sites, two tanks, great visibility and amazing sea life. It was my first dive in many years so I was a little nervous to begin with, but Stefan was a brilliant guide who helped refresh the basics and once we got into the water it was nice and straightforward. Can't recommend this activity enough, great dive centre, friendly staff, and Stefan in particular was super helpful and knowledgeable. Will be recommending to friends and when I return to Playa, I'll be sure to do this activity again!”

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6.Scuba Dive in Playa del Carmen – 2 Dives (Certified divers)

★★★★★★★★★★3.3 · 3 reviews · from $110

Join a PADI Divemaster or Instructor for two boat-accessed reef sessions off Playa del Carmen. You will visit two different reefs, with chances to see blue tangs, moray eels, angelfish, and possibly bull sharks from November through February. Bring certification proof, swimwear, and a towel. Gear rental and transport are extra.

“Terrible, 2 dives in front of the beach, to see still life. Snorkeling with a catamaran I saw more beautiful water and more beautiful fish. I strongly advise against it! The instructors are very good, but the dive is not worth it!!!!!! Terrible terrible!”

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7.Playa del Carmen: Cenote Diving for Certified Divers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · 8 hours · from $210Top rated

Join Scuba Playa for an eight-hour cenote adventure in Quintana Roo. Open Water certified participants make two underwater descents along separate lines in one cenote system, guided by a Full Cave certified professional trained in cavern procedures. Gear, lamps, snacks, and water are included, while the cenote entrance fee is extra.

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