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Tours/Playa del Carmen/PADI Open Water Diver Course in Playa del Carmen

PADI Open Water Diver Course in Playa del Carmen

4.9(43)Playa del Carmen3 days
TRIPADVISOR4.9(43)
PADI Open Water Diver Course in Playa del Carmen
PADI Open Water Diver Course in Playa del Carmen
PADI Open Water Diver Course in Playa del Carmen
PADI Open Water Diver Course in Playa del Carmen
PADI Open Water Diver Course in Playa del Carmen
PADI Open Water Diver Course in Playa del Carmen
PADI Open Water Diver Course in Playa del Carmen
PADI Open Water Diver Course in Playa del Carmen

At a glance

Duration
3 days
Price from
$590 / person
Location
Playa del Carmen, Mexico
Rating
4.9 / 5 · 43 reviews
Languages
EN, ES
Group
Small group, up to 8
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
ScubaCaribe Mexico
Meeting point
IMPORTANT!!! ScubaCaribe is located in Playacar's hotel zone. When booking, please state the full name of your hotel. Based on this information, we will provide you with the correct meeting point and time in Playacar.

Description

The PADI Open Water Diver course is the world's most popular and internationally recognized scuba diving course. It will open an entirely new and adventurous world to you. The certification entitles you to discover the beautiful underwater world in depths of up to 18m/ 60ft together with your dive buddy. You can complete theory and exam at your own pace from the comfort of your home, after we registered you with PADI e-learning.

Schedule & prices

Runs
Tue, Thu, Sat, and Sun
Next available
Thu, Oct 15
Adult (ages 10–70)
$590

From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.

Tour Options

PADI Open Water Diver Course in Playa del Carmen

Pickup included

What's included

Included
Drinking water at center and on boat
Professional PADI Instructor (Eng/ Spa/ other languages on request)
Full scuba diving equipment
4 open water boat dives along the Riviera Maya
PADI Touch e-learning registration & fee (all languages)
5 confined water sessions (pool)
PADI certification
Not included
Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Pickup Locations & Times

IMPORTANT!!! ScubaCaribe is located in Playacar's hotel zone. When booking, please state the full name of your hotel. Based on this information, we will provide you with the correct meeting point and time in Playacar.

Traveller Ratings

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

4.9
43 reviews
5
41
4
1
3
1
2
0
1
0

Important Information

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • PLEASE, CONTACT SCUBACARIBE AT LEAST 1 DAY PRIOR TO ACTIVITY
  • Minimum age is 10 years
  • Diving within 24 hours of flying is not recommended.
  • Please preview ScubaCaribe's medical questionnaire to ensure that you are fit for diving, in case you require a medical statement from your doctor.

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund

Frequently asked questions

How long does PADI Open Water Diver Course in Playa del Carmen take?

PADI Open Water Diver Course in Playa del Carmen lasts about 3 days.

How much does PADI Open Water Diver Course in Playa del Carmen cost?

Prices start at $590 per person for this Playa del Carmen experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.

What days does PADI Open Water Diver Course in Playa del Carmen run?

According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays.

Can I cancel PADI Open Water Diver Course in Playa del Carmen for free?

Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.

Is hotel pickup included?

Yes, pickup is offered. IMPORTANT!!! ScubaCaribe is located in Playacar's hotel zone. When booking, please state the full name of your hotel. Based on this information, we will provide you with the correct meeting point and time in Playacar.

What languages is PADI Open Water Diver Course in Playa del Carmen offered in?

The experience is available in EN, ES.

Is this a private or a group tour?

It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 8 participants.

Will my booking be confirmed immediately?

Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.

Is PADI Open Water Diver Course in Playa del Carmen worth it?

Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 43 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by ScubaCaribe Mexico.

Reviews(43)

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

M
mirandavG5717RK
September 5, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Most beautiful adventure ❤️

It was a wonderful experience from beginning to end. Rodrigo introduced us well to diving thanks to his good instruction (in very good English) and the pool sessions. Everything was very professional and skilled. Afterwards, Gorge guided us through the rest of the course and did so in a very skilled and patient manner, with the necessary humor from time to time. Are really well guided also by the rest of the staff on the boat. My husband John and I were together and got all the attention from Gorge. Also kept super beautiful photos and videos of this adventure thanks to the professional photographer who went along and everything went perfectly. John renewed his diving certificate and I got my scuba diver certificate, this made our vacation even better than it already was❤️❤️ thank you so much team Scuba Aribe for everything ❤️❤️

8
865trevanb
July 8, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
The perfect place to learn to scuba dive

Great experience! If you want to learn to scuba dive, this is the place. Our instructor, Jorge, was awesome. Super knowledgeable, very funny and made the experience great.

Operator response

Hi, thank you so much for your amazing review! We're thrilled to hear you had such a great scuba diving experience and that Jorge made it both fun and memorable. We'll be sure to share your kind words with him. We hope to welcome you back for more underwater adventures soon! Warmly, Customer Care Team!

R
rndmalbec
February 17, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Outstanding open water certification experience with Scuba Caribe

My experience getting open water certified with Scuba Caribe was outstanding. Maria was very responsive online setting up my referral course and Rodri in the office was helpful in finalizing the courses and paperwork. My two instructors, Dany and Lot, were both excellent, knowledgeable and informative. Most of all, they were both very patient and encouraging, which made the dives fun as well as stress free. Plus Playa Del Carmen is a great place to get certified, with warm and calm water and many interesting dive sites nearby. Overall, a great experience with a team that is focused on making you feel welcome and comfortable.

Operator response

Hi! Thank you so much for your review! 🤿💙 We’re so glad to hear that you enjoyed your PADI course with Maria and danny and that her professionalism, patience, and clarity made your experience excellent. We’re also pleased that the team and the boats lived up to your expectations. We look forward to seeing you again soon for more underwater adventures. 🌊✨Customer Care Team

S
Stay51671034408
May 6, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Professional diving school, very good diving instructors

Actually, all I wanted to do at the diving school was try out diving. I completed this with the dive instructor “Lot”. I really enjoyed the taster diving with him, so I decided to do my diving license there without further ado. All in all, the right decision. I would do it over and over again. I can only recommend the diving school and the instructors to everyone!

Operator response

Hi Stay, Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear that your trial dive with Lot was such a great experience and that it inspired you to pursue your diving certification with us. Lot and the rest of our team are passionate about what they do, and it's always rewarding to hear that it makes a lasting impression. We're honored by your recommendation and would be happy to welcome you back anytime . Warmly Customer Care Team

6
613mattea
November 30, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Best OW course!

Today we finished our Open Water course. Our instructor Jorge was fantastic and very educational in all stages. We felt very safe with him and all the staff at Scubacaribe in Rui Yacutan (Playa del Carmen) are very helpful and nice. So of course we booked 2 more dives with Jorge as new OW divers.😃 A big thank you from Mathias and Inka! 😃

Operator response

Hi Matias & Inka, Congratulations on your new certification we are very glad that you chose ScubaCaribe as your dive center to get certified, we are glad to know that you continued to feed back what you learned with new dives and that you felt safe at all times, we hope to see you soon and continue being part of this new stage as OWD. Warmly Customer Care Team

A
A1503GQalanh
September 9, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
SCUBA Diver Experience

Whilst on holiday in Mexico I had a try dive with Muni. It was a very relaxed, rewarding and enjoyable experience. I then followed this up with official Padi Certification. The reefs we visited were great, lots of fish, Moray eels and even a stingray! I definately recommend Muni as an experienced instructor, verycslm and reassuring manner.

Operator response

Thank you so much for sharing your experience! At ScubaCaribe, we believe that a top-notch introduction to diving can genuinely make a difference in gaining the confidence needed to take the next step... Congratulations on earning your PADI certification, Alan! Exploring those vibrant reefs with their rich marine life is an adventure in itself, and we’re thrilled that Muni's calm and reassuring approach helped guide you through this exciting journey. We’re proud to offer experiences that create lifelong memories and inspire new divers to continue exploring and improving their skills. Thank you for recommending Muni as an instructor, and we look forward to welcoming you back for more incredible dives!

G
Global05149620551
September 7, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Excellent service

Excellent experience, Muni was an excellent instructor, was very technical and detailed, took care of me to acquire all the skills before going to sea and left me very well trained :D

Operator response

¡Muchas gracias por compartir su experiencia con nosotros! Nos alegra mucho saber que su primera inmersión fue todo un éxito gracias a la dedicación y profesionalismo de Muni. La atención al detalle en la práctica en piscina es fundamental para nosotros, ya que es ahí donde se construyen las bases para una inmersión en el mar segura y divertida. Nos enorgullece saber que Muni le brindó la confianza y las habilidades necesarias para disfrutar al máximo de este increíble mundo submarino. Gracias por su confianza y esperamos verle pronto para más aventuras bajo el agua.

A
agusting534
August 19, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Open Water Diver Course

Everything simple and very good with Jorge. The instructor. We did the theory online before going to Mexico and then in 3 days everything ready. The catch is that we thought the dive center was in the same hotel we were going to. Riu Playacar and are in the Riu Yucatan, but they are 10 minutes walking with what was not so much. Very well the attention service of Maria Fernanda.

Operator response

Hola Agustin Muchas gracias por tu comentatio Mafer es muy buena y estuviste en excelentes manos, y lamentamos un poco el inconveniente de caminar ya que si, esta caminando a unos 7 min,esperamos que para tu siguiente viaje puedas visitarnos nuevamente, saludos.

N
Nic0E5
August 5, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Great staff. Great material. Awesome dives

Great staff. Excellent coach made our kids confident with good learning curve and pleasure. Material in great conditions. Safety first and main concern of all scubamasters. Always enough staff and masters to support the binômes

Operator response

Hi Nico! We are delighted to read your opinion; our team is always friendly and attentive to our customers because your safety is paramount for us. We hope to see you again soon. Warmly

J
janfr0mbelgium
July 11, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
A PADI open water certificate for the kids and some great dives for us.

My wife and I have had a PADI certificate for more than 20 years. We now wanted our kids to be certified as well. Scuba Caribe really facilitated everything so that we could dive as much as possible together. The instructor was very clear and professional in teaching our kids how to dive and follow the rules. The dive center is very well organised. They just want to make sure that you enjoy your dives and they make that as easy as possible. Thank you Dany and the other for a great time.

Operator response

Hi Jan! Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience with us! We are thrilled to hear that you and your family had such a positive time diving together. It’s fantastic to know that our team, especially Dany, could provide a clear and professional diving instruction for your kids and help facilitate memorable dives for your family. At ScubaCaribe, we strive to ensure that every guest has an enjoyable and seamless experience, and it’s gratifying to hear that our efforts contributed to your special moments underwater. We appreciate your kind words about our dive center. Your feedback is truly valued, and it encourages us to continue delivering exceptional service. Thank you once again, and we hope to welcome you and your family back for more diving adventures in the future.

$590/ person
4.9(43)
Duration3 days
LanguagesEN, ES
ConfirmationInstant
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