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Dive the reeffrom Playa.
14 varied spots on the world’s second largest coral reef, wreck and “Tortuga” included. Departure meet at 8.10am · boat 9am, midday return, open to all certified levels, English-speaking guide, €100 per adult all inclusive.
The place
The Mesoamerican reef, ten minutes from the shore
Playa del Carmen sits on the world’s second largest coral reef: 300 km of reefs running all the way to Honduras, with more than 500 recorded species. The sites are varied and easy, from the artificial wreck to the aptly named “Tortuga”, perfect for getting back into diving on holiday.
The programme
How the day unfolds.
- ≈ 8.10amMeeting at the dive centre
We meet in town, get the gear ready and board the boat at 9am.
- MorningFirst dive
One of the fourteen sites off Playa del Carmen depending on conditions: the wreck, Tortugas, Cerebros or Moc Che. Varied sites, none of them difficult.
- In betweenSnack
Drinks and cake on board between the two dives.
- NextSecond dive
A second site, where turtles are a regular sight. We are on the second largest coral reef in the world, 300 km of reef and more than 500 marine species.
- ≈ 12.30pmReturn
Back to the beach and debrief. Dives are not timed: they last as long as your air does.
In detail
Included, not included.
- 2 dives + full equipment
- Certified supervision
- Snack
- Tips
- Optional photos
In your bag
They lived it
Travellers rate “Diving in Playa del Carmen” 4.9/5 on Google (323 reviews).
Gallery
What you will see.
Frequently asked questions
Everything people ask us.
No, the sites are varied and accessible: perfect for getting back into diving on holiday.
The “Tortuga” site lives up to its name. They are very common but never guaranteed: they are wild animals.
You write to us (form, email or WhatsApp) with your dates, your hotel and how many of you there are; we confirm quickly. A deposit of €10 per person from 3 people (refundable up to 48 h before), the balance on the day in euros, pesos or dollars.
Straight from your hotel or accommodation in Playa del Carmen, Tulum or Puerto Morelos. In Cancún, pick-up is available for Isla Mujeres and Isla Contoy (and for groups, on request). The exact time is confirmed the day before on WhatsApp.
Most of them are. We give you all the details when you book: depending on your children’s ages, we will recommend a particular outing, or advise against it.
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Simple, quick booking
Under-12 prices: ask us · Quick reply, 365 days a year
A deposit of €10 per person from 3 people (refundable up to 48 h), the balance paid on the day.
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