Ocean diving from Playa del Carmen
Welcome to the second largest Barrier Reef in the World
“The sea, once it casts its spell, holds one in its net of wonder forever.” Jacques Yves Cousteau
The Mesoamerican Reef region lies within the Caribbean Sea and touches the coasts of Mexico, Belize, Guatemala and Honduras. It contains the largest barrier reef in the Western Hemisphere, stretching nearly 700 miles from the northern tip of the Yucatan Peninsula down through the Honduran Bay Islands. Dazzling arrays of different types of coral form this underwater wilderness, and provide homes and food to hundreds of fish species, marine turtles, and sharks. Along the shores, mangroves provide habitat for fish and shorebirds as well as protect coastal areas from the damage associated with hurricanes and strong storms.
Ocean diving from Playa del Carmen
Welcome to the second largest Barrier Reef in the World
“The sea, once it casts its spell, holds one in its net of wonder forever.” Jacques Yves Cousteau
The Mesoamerican Reef region lies within the Caribbean Sea and touches the coasts of Mexico, Belize, Guatemala and Honduras. It contains the largest barrier reef in the Western Hemisphere, stretching nearly 700 miles from the northern tip of the Yucatan Peninsula down through the Honduran Bay Islands. Dazzling arrays of different types of coral form this underwater wilderness, and provide homes and food to hundreds of fish species, marine turtles, and sharks. Along the shores, mangroves provide habitat for fish and shorebirds as well as protect coastal areas from the damage associated with hurricanes and strong storms.
Bullshark Diving
Bull Sharks are one of the most feared ocean predators, even though humans are not part of their diet. Unfortunately, their bad reputation is due to the fact that most of the information found on them comes from tabloids. Our aim is to increase awareness about these magnificent beasts and make you fall in love as we did.
From November to March, our majestic Bullsharks visit us to give us a sight worth of a life’s bucket-list. We offer Observation diving exclusively (no feeding), and this is certainly one of the most thrilling and humbling experience while diving in winter in the region.
Our fee below includes the local Saving Our Sharks Association Donation Bracelet and the PDC Marine Reserve Participation. Each outing includes an Observation dive followed by a shallow reef dive (excl. 1 dive option).
25m – 80feet
Adv OW Diver or Equivalent
27C – 81F
1 x Observation Dive
+ Optional Reef Dive
US$ 165
Cozumel Reef Diving
14/40m – 45/130feet
OW Diver
or Equivalent
27/30C – 81/86F
2 x Dives
Cozumel is a World-Class protected National Marine Park where you will be able to enjoy dramatic walls dropping into the abyss, stunning coral architectures and swimthroughs to majestic sealife, while flying underwater thanks to the drift diving it has to offer.
Every year from November to February something special happens within the deep north marine walls of Cozumel. Divers are drawn to this place for an amazing experience: diving on the wall with large groups of spotted eagle rays.
For divers based in Playa Del Carmen, you will depart directly from the beach in PDC with our Cozumel Direct Experience.
From November to March, an additional Bullsharks Observation dive can be scheduled once back in Playa del Carmen in the afternoon.
For Cozumel based diving from the island itself, we will gladly refer you to our local partner.
US$ 225 Direct
Bullshark Diving
Bull Sharks are one of the most feared ocean predators, even though humans are not part of their diet. Unfortunately, their bad reputation is due to the fact that most of the information found on them comes from tabloids. Our aim is to increase awareness about these magnificent beasts and make you fall in love as we did.
From November to March, our majestic Bullsharks visit us to give us a sight worth of a life’s bucket-list. We offer Observation diving exclusively (no feeding), and this is certainly one of the most thrilling and humbling experience while diving in winter in the region. Each outing includes an Observation dive followed by a shallow reef dive (excl. 1 dive option).
25m – 80feet
Adv OW Diver or Equivalent
27C – 81F
1 x Observation Dive
+ Optional Reef Dive
US$ 165
Cozumel Reef Diving
Cozumel is a World-Class protected National Marine Park where you will be able to enjoy dramatic walls dropping into the abyss, stunning coral architectures and swimthroughs to majestic sealife, while flying underwater thanks to the drift diving it has to offer.
Every year from November to February something special happens within the deep north marine walls of Cozumel. Divers are drawn to this place for an amazing experience: diving on the wall with large groups of spotted eagle rays.
For divers based in Playa Del Carmen, you will depart directly from the beach in PDC with our Cozumel Direct Experience.
From November to March, an additional Bullsharks Observation dive can be scheduled once back in Playa del Carmen in the afternoon.
For Cozumel based diving from the island itself, we will gladly refer you to our local partner.
14/40m – 45/130feet
OW Diver or Equivalent
27/30C – 81/86F
2 x Dives
US$ 225 Direct
Wreck Diving
Our region offers a selection of recreational wrecks from commercial to Mexican Navy vessels given to the diving community to create artificial reefs and some thrilling dive sites.
Each outing includes a wreck dive followed by a shallow reef dive.
27m – 89feet
Adv OW Diver or Equivalent
27/30C – 81/86F
2 x Dives
US$ 125 Mama Viña, Playa del Carmen
US$ 225 Felipe Xicoténcatl C-53, Cozumel
US$ 180 Juan Escutia C-56, Puerto Morelos
Playa DC Marine Reserve
The reef along the coastline of Playa Del Carmen offers some ideal ocean dive sites for our diving training or to get back in the water upon your arrival at the beginning of your trip.
7/40m – 42/100feet
OW Diver
or Equivalent
27/30C – 81/86F
2 x Dives
US$ 125
Wreck Diving
Our region offers a selection of recreational wrecks from commercial to Mexican Navy vessels given to the diving community to create artificial reefs and some thrilling dive sites. Each outing includes a wreck dive followed by a shallow reef dive.
27m – 89feet
Adv OW Diver or Equivalent
27/30C – 81/86F
2 x Dives
US$ 125 Mama Viña, Playa del Carmen
US$ 225 Felipe Xicoténcatl C-53, Cozumel
US$ 180 Juan Escutia C-56, Puerto Morelos
Playa DC Marine Reserve
The reef along the coastline of Playa Del Carmen offers some ideal ocean dive sites for our diving training or to get back in the water upon your arrival at the beginning of your trip.
7/40m – 42/100feet
OW Diver
or Equivalent
27/30C – 81/86F
2 x Dives
US$ 125
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If booking alone, we will do our best to find you a teammate.
– Single Diver/ Private Booking By Default : + US$ 50 / Day
– Full Equipment Rental: Boots 5mm, Open Heels Fins, Balanced Regs (DIR or Standard), DIR Backplate & Wing, Wetsuit long 5mm, Frameless Mask – $US25 / Day
– Nitrox: $10 / Tank
– Refresher incl. Pool Session & 2 x Playa del Carmen Reef Dives: $170
– Combo Cozumel Direct & Bullshark Observation Dives (3 Tanks Day / Nov-March): US$ 295 / Diver
Please bring change of clothes & towels. No sunscreen / mosquito repellent or any chemical product to be applied on the skin for all in water activities for conservation purposes.
Schedule can be adapted and subject to changes due to logistical, availabilities and weather conditions. Such modifications are not grounds for a refund if alternate diving options are made available.
Bullshark Observation Diving, Whaleshark / Sailfish Pelagic Encounter: Please keep in mind that while there is a very high success rate of sightings during our excursions, we’re still going in their natural environment. Hence we cannot control the number of animals you will encounter, and there is always a chance they could not be seen at all.
Equipment rentals: Our equipment is well maintained and cared for our divers comfort. When renting our equipment, the diver is accepting responsibility for its care. If an equipment is damaged or lost due to negligence or misuse, the diver is accepting to bear the cost of repair, or replacement if necessary.
Booking confirmations require a 50% or 100% deposit depending on the season. Bookings are considered confirmed upon confirmation of reception. Payment must be settled in cash in Mexican Pesos at daily rate preferably or USD on arrival before the start of your trip. Deposits for all diving / non diving activities & room rentals bookings are non refundable. Any cancellation less than 24h before your first day of diving will be fully charged.
All the schedules below are our best recommendation for an optimal experience. They can be adapted and personalized to your convenience to fit best your itineraries and preferences.
Bullshark Diving: 12:00pm – 5:00pm
Cozumel Direct Experience: 8:30am – 1:30pm
Wreck Diving: 8:00am – 12:30pm
Playa DC Reef Diving: 8:300am – 12:30pm or 1pm – 4:30pm
Refresher Pool Session: 10:00am – 12:00pm