Open Water Ocean and Cenotes

 Why to get Your Open Water Certification in Playa del Carmen?

The PADI Open Water Course in Playa del Carmen is your first step into the world of scuba diving and the gateway to a thrilling new passion. Did you know that over 70% of the world is covered by water? Imagine exploring a whole new world filled with vibrant marine life and colorful coral formations that provide a home and shelter to countless species. From the tropical ocean waters of the Caribbean in Mexico to the freshwater environments of Cenotes in the jungle, or any place with access to water, the possibilities are endless. We believe the best way to admire marine life and coral reefs is to become a part of it.

What you will learn?

In the PADI Open Water Diver Course, you’ll learn the essential skills of breathing underwater and controlling your buoyancy using both your lungs and scuba gear. You’ll also become proficient in using all pieces of your scuba equipment by practicing skills at the surface and underwater, all under the close supervision of your certified scuba instructor.By the end of your certification, you’ll be ready to dive anywhere in the world, up to a depth of 18 meters (60 feet).

The training focuses on preparing you for common situations that could arise while scuba diving anywhere in the world. By practicing these scenarios during your certification, your reactions will be safer, more natural, and confident—because you’ve already experienced them in a controlled environment with us.For us, the Open Water Course is the foundation of all diving education. We take pride in teaching our students to become safe, skilled, and confident divers, ready to explore the underwater world with ease.

Do you need previous experience or be a good swimmer to sign up?

You don’t need any prior experience to sign up for the PADI Open Water Course. In fact, many of our students come to us with little to no swimming experience, and we’re happy to teach them basic swimming techniques as part of their training. Diving is an easy, unique, and inclusive sport that’s accessible to everyone, regardless of skill level.

Duration

• 2 days

Itinerary

• DAY 1: We will start with the Confined water training (OW skills circuit) in the shallow part of the Cenote, after we will go for 2 shore dives in the Cenotes to practice more skills and your buoyancy control
• DAY 2: We will take a boat ride to keep the practice in the Open waters and make the last 2 check out dives in the famous stunning coral reefs of Playa del Carmen

Requirements

• A minimum age of 10 years old
• Be in a good state of health
• Not taking flights for at least 18 hours after your last dive

Recommendations

• If you’re not entirely sure about committing to the full certification, you can start with our Discovery Dive Program. This one-day experience allows you to try scuba diving in a safe and controlled environment. Afterward, you can decide if you’d like to continue with the full Certification

Meeting location

• Playa del Carmen City Center or We offer free pick up to any location in city center
• We can organise private pick up from any Hotel outside city center with an additional cost

What's Included ?

• 4 dives
• Confined water training
• Full gear
• Drinks on board
• E-learning (Not Included)

Ask for Discounts Available

• 2 Divers 5% Off each
• 3 or more Divers 10% Off each
• Do together your PADI Advanced Diver Course and get 10% off on it

Cancellation Policies