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Reef diving in Playa del Carmen

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Overview

Playa del Carmen is a worldwide well-known destination for divers.

The diving sites are all nearby, a few minutes by boat will be enough to access them. From beginner to experienced diver, everyone will be delighted by the diversity of biodiversity of the dive sites: deep diving, drift diving, wreck diving and many more.

You will explore the most colorful and interesting diving sites of the second largest coral reef in the world.

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • Hotel pickup from Playa Del Carmen center & Playacar
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Equipment (rental for 15 USD/day)
  • Diving insurance (optional)
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Meeting and Pickup

Pickup point

Aerodromo de Playa Del Carmen
Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo Mexico

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Pickup details

We provide pickup from all hotels in downtown Playa Del Carmen and the Playacar area. Some hotels in Riviera Maya are also included in the price. Please send us the name of your hotel so we can confirm whether the transfer is included.

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Meeting point

Calle 11 Sur
Ejidal, 77712 Playa del Carmen, Q.R., Mexico

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

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Start Time • Daily 8:00 AM

What To Expect

There is a large variety of dives spots, many corals and marine fauna: tropical reef fish, sponges, lobsters, groupers, sea fans, turtles, moray eels, rays, angelfish, stingrays, sergeant majors and bull sharks (from November to March).

Dive spots:

- Tortugas
- Barracuda
- Shark point
- Pared Verde
- Sabalo
- Jardines
- Moc-Che
- Chun-Zumbul
- Punta Venado
- Los Arcos and many others

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Diving within 24 hours of flying is not recommended. All participants will be required to complete a health questionnaire prior to diving. Some pre-existing medical conditions (eg asthma, heart conditions, etc) may prevent you from diving, please consult your doctor
  • Evidence of dive certification is required from all divers wishing to participate in a certified dive (Open Water Diver PADI or equivalent)

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: How soon can I fly in an airplane after Scuba diving?

A: Participants in the Reef diving in Playa del Carmen cannot fly in an airplane within 24 hours of their dive. The main concern with scuba diving and flying is decompression sickness (DCS). Your body needs adequate time during an ascent to off-gas excess nitrogen, or you can form bubbles in your bloodstream, possibly leading to DCS. Read more Jun 2024

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-14937P56


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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours customers.

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Q: How soon can I fly in an airplane after Scuba diving?
A:

Participants in the Reef diving in Playa del Carmen cannot fly in an airplane within 24 hours of their dive.

The main concern with scuba diving and flying is decompression sickness (DCS). Your body needs adequate time during an ascent to off-gas excess nitrogen, or you can form bubbles in your bloodstream, possibly leading to DCS.

Jun 2024
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Reef diving in Playa del Carmen?
A:
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Bottled water.
  • Hotel pickup from Playa Del Carmen center & Playacar.
  • All Fees and Taxes.
  • Transportation to the dive sites.
  • Professional multilingual guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Equipment (rental for 15 USD/day).
  • Diving insurance (optional).
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

The minimum age to participate is 12..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
A:

If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the Reef diving in Playa del Carmen is as follows:

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Minimum age is 10 years old
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
A:

Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Reef diving in Playa del Carmen will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • Bottled water
  • Hotel pickup from Playa Del Carmen center & Playacar
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Transportation to the dive sites
  • Professional multilingual guide
  • Equipment (rental for 15 USD/day)
  • Diving insurance (optional)

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Minimum age is 10 years old
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Diving within 24 hours of flying is not recommended. All participants will be required to complete a health questionnaire prior to diving. Some pre-existing medical conditions (eg asthma, heart conditions, etc) may prevent you from diving, please consult your doctor
  • Evidence of dive certification is required from all divers wishing to participate in a certified dive (Open Water Diver PADI or equivalent)
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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