Top Cancun Scuba Diving

Learn the basics of scuba without the hassle of a lengthy expensive course and enjoy two separate dives in the open ocean too on this generous beginners scuba experience. Begin with a theory class then learn some basic techniques in the safety of a pool before hopping aboard the boat for your real-world dives. Spend one exploring the Cancun Underwater Museum of Art and the second on some unspoiled reef.

Hit the waters of Cancun without prior certification during this small-group scuba diving tour, which includes an introductory lesson. Suited for beginners, the hands-on excursion covers the ins and outs of diving during a half-day lesson. Then, venture into the ocean at two diving locations: the sculpture-filled MUSA Underwater Museum and the iconic underwater reefs of Manchones.

Certified divers can experience the vivid colors of the Mexican Caribbean on this 2-tank scuba package, including all necessary equipment (wetsuits are available to rent if required). Swim between the coral-covered statues of the Cancun Underwater Museum of Art (MUSA) amid fish, elkhorn coral and maybe even turtles. For your second dive, visit a nearby reef to discover more marine life. Package excludes reef preservation fees.

Take an introductory SCUBA course in Cancun and dive at one of Mexico's best diving spots. During this all-day adventure, learn the basics of scuba in a resort pool and then move to your first open-water dive. The one-tank dive on Cancun's local reefs does not require full certification, and all equipment is provided for you. Expert instructors are on hand to ensure you are safe and enjoy your time underwater.

Explore the Caribbean coast of Mexico on this 2-tank dive for certified divers. During this half-day excursion, experience the Underwater Sculpture Museum, the wreck of a C-58 Minesweeper, a night dive or dive the Great Mayan Reef. Enjoy the unique characteristics of each of these sites accompanied by a master diver.

Travel through the Mayan jungle on this action-packed all-day guided tour. Hop on your own ATV (or ride along with a driver) and head to a cenote, an underwater pool, where you can take a refreshing dip. Then fly above the treetops on a ziplining course. A local Mayan lunch is included. Only those 18 years old and above are permitted to drive their own ATV.

The Yucatan Peninsula offers visitors a treasure trove of history, from the pre-Columbian archeological sites of the Maya civilization, to 16th century towns settled by the Spanish. Experience this history firsthand with a full-day tour from Cancun or the Riviera Maya. See the ancient Maya site Chichen Itza (admission not included) the pyramid of Kukulcan, and explore the architecture in Valladolid. After a busy day exploring, refresh yourself in the waters of the Saamal, and enjoy a delicious buffet meal.

Explore coral reefs, ancient history, and nature in the Riviera Maya on an combination tour that features some of the best of Yucatan in a single day. Snorkel through the coral reef in the Caribbean Sea, visit the Tulum archeological site, and swim in a cenote, then explore a limestone cave and take a jungle walk. This tour includes entrance fees, a buffet lunch, and door-to-door transport from hotels in Cancun or Playa del Carmen.

Your exclusive, direct admission ticket lets you enter the archaeological site the first ones of the day —so you can explore in cooler temperatures without the crowds. Plus, you’ll visit the colonial city of Valladolid, enjoy a buffet lunch, and swim in Cenote. Enhance your experience of one of the New7Wonders of the World with this unique access tour of Chichen Itza, available only on Viator and Tripadvisor.

While vacationing in Cancun, learn to scuba dive with a 3-day PADI Open Water Diver course taught by a certified scuba instructor. Your course includes theory, two pool sessions, and four open water dives in the ocean waters of the Mayan Riviera. Designed for people with little or no prior experience, your tour includes use of all necessary equipment, PADI course, and final exam for PADI certification.

The MUSA (Underwater Museum of Art) is the largest underwater art installation in the world, with more than 500 sculptures located in the waters around Cancun and Isla Mujeres. On this tour, enjoy a unique scuba diving experience as you dive amid the life-size sculptures and natural coral reefs. Designed for complete beginners, you will be accompanied by a PADI-certified instructor and have time to practice the basics before you set out.

Experience Cancun's underwater wonderland during a 2-dive tour designed with experienced and certified divers in mind. Taking a private tour allows you to customise your dive and benefit from the dandified attention of your expert guide. Plus, all of your diving equipment, docking fee, round-trip transport from Cancun, and national park admission fees are included, which makes for a seamless experience.

The shipwrecked minesweepers “C-58” and “C-55” are settled at Cancun’s deepest of the deep, some 80 feet (25 meters) below the surface, making it an ideal playground for advanced divers. If you’re an active open water diver with at least 20 dives logged, your next big underwater adventure awaits at this site. You’ll dive in safety, and discover the most impressive parts of the wreckage with a scuba guide.

Discover the underwater world off the coast of Cancun during this 2-tank scuba dive. Join a small group and a certified PADI instructor and visit a couple of the nearby abundant reefs to observe local marine life. This tour is open only to certified divers with a minimum open-water or equivalent certificate.

Get all the fun of scuba diving without investing in a burdensome certification course with this discover scuba experience. Puerto Morelos is the perfect place for first-time divers: after thorough instruction and a pool dive, a guide accompanies you underwater in one of the world’s largest barrier reefs at the Puerto Morelos Marine Reserve.

The Cancun Underwater Museum of Art is a scuba playground where nature meets art. Enjoy two relaxing dives in a group no larger than six on this experience for certified divers only—one at the Underwater Museum, one at Manchones Reef. Your package includes everything you need for a perfect day, from wetsuit and dock fees through to tank and fins, while groups are capped at just six travelers.

Scuba diving is an amazing way to experience the beauty of the coral reef. Our instructors will make you feel comfortable and safe in the pool before going out to the ocean. The wonders of the underwater world await you.

Experience some of the best diving close to Cancun with this morning or afternoon 2-tank package to Puerto Morelos Reef National Park—suitable for certified divers only. Your small group (maximum six) will enjoy the comfortable boat, with snacks and water on your safety stop. All equipment is included (yes, even wetsuits!), while helpful staff will assemble your equipment, change your tanks, and even rinse your gear out.

If you are in Puerto Morelos, you have to know its wonderful reefs and its marine fauna. With this package you can dive without having a diving license or previous experience, since we will train you and take you to explore the marine world

Delve into the waters of the Yucatan's vast subterranean caverns on this exclusive 2-tank trip for certified scuba divers. Along with a professionally trained guide you'll experience the famed Mayan cenotes or sinkholes just beyond Cancun. Witness the impressive visual effects of haloclines while diving among the many limestone rock formations of this massive underground cave system, and learn about its unique role in Mayan history as you go.

With its hundreds of underwater sculptures, all encrusted in coral, the Cancun Underwater Museum of Art (Museo Subacuático de Arte) is considered one of the world’s best dive sites. Explore it with a scuba instructor on this diving experience tailored for absolute beginners. Start with a brief lesson in the basics, then descend to depths of 26–33 feet (8–10 meters) to glide among the sculptures. Package excludes dock fees.

This experience is like entering a different world, immersing yourself in the depths of the sea is something unparalleled where you can meet sculptures such as "The Silent Evolution" (from British artist Jason DE Caires Taylor), "Anthropoccene" (A life-size VW Beetle), "The Promise", Bio Map, Bacab and The Bombs, collections by different artists.

Take the next step becoming a certified diver and dive around the world with a valid license! This course is designed to give you the necessary skills to conduct open water dives and the key to explore most dive destinations and discover the wonders of the underwater world! SDI is a high reputed dive agency around the world with quality scuba training programs ruled by the World Recreational Scuba Training Council (RSTC). The essentials for your scuba diving service: equipment, wetsuit, national park and dock fees are included in the price.

Certified divers won’t want to miss the chance to experience Cancun’s signature site: the Cancun Underwater Museum of Art (Museo Subacuático de Arte), home to hundreds of human figures. Your package includes bottled water, dive guide, and scuba equipment—wetsuits are not required as the depth does not exceed 33 feet (10 meters). Dock and national park fees are payable on the day.