Scuba Diving in Cozumel – Certified Divers

Cozumel is one of the world’s top diving destinations, famous for its crystal-clear visibility, vibrant coral walls and the protected Marine Park. This 2-tank boat dive is designed exclusively for certified divers who want to explore the island’s best reefs with a professional PADI guide.
If you’re diving in Mexico, you can’t miss Cozumel.

🌊 What to Expect with scuba diving cozumel 

• 2 tank boat dive in the Cozumel Marine Park

• Drift diving with excellent visibility (25–40m)

• Professional PADI guide (max 4 divers per group)

• Warm crystal-clear Caribbean water

• Surface interval with snacks & fruit on board

• World-class reef formations and marine life

🐠  THE BEST DIVE SITES IN COZUMEL

Depending on conditions and diver experience, we visit some of Cozumel’s most iconic reefs:

• Palancar (Gardens, Caves, Horseshoe)

• Santa Rosa Wall

• Colombia

• Dalila

• La Francesa

• Tormentos

• Paso del Cedral

• Yucab

• San Francisco

• Paraíso

Each site offers breathtaking coral formations, swim-throughs, sponges, turtles, eagle rays, moray eels and colorful schools of fish.

🎒  WHAT’S INCLUDED

✔ 2 boat dives
✔ Full scuba equipment (BCD, regulator, mask, fins, tanks, weights)
✔ Professional PADI guide
✔ Marine Park fees
✔ Water, fruit & snacks
✔ Small groups

Optional Rentals:

• Wetsuit: $5 USD

• Dive computer: $10 USD

📍  MEETING POINT

📍 Marina Fonatur Cozumel
We meet at 9:00 AM.

📍If you are staying at a hotel in the Cozumel hotel zone (south zone), we can pick you up at the hotel pier.

If you are coming from Playa del Carmen, take the 7:30 AM ferry.

Scuba Diving in Cozumel from Playa del Carmen. If you’re staying in Playa del Carmen but don’t want to miss Cozumel.👉 Perfect for travelers based in Playa del Carmen looking for a smooth, well-organized Cozumel diving day trip.

🧑‍🏫  REQUIREMENTS

✔ Minimum certification: Open Water Diver
✔ Good health & recent dive experience
✔ Not recommended for divers inactive for over 12 months (Refresh recommended)
✔ Minimum age: 12 years
✔ No flying for 18 hours after diving

🎓  WANT TO IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS?

If you’re looking to advance your diving level, check out our PADI Advanced Open Water Course, available in both Cozumel and Playa del Carmen.

🎓 Not Certified Yet?

Start your underwater adventure with a PADI Open Water Course in Playa del Carmen or Cozumel.

🎥 Want to See What scuba Diving Cozumel Looks Like?

Check out our Vimeo channel with videos from our dives.

❌ 13. CANCELLATION POLICY

• If weather conditions do not allow diving, you may reschedule or receive a 100% refund

• Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the activity

• Cancellations between 48h–24h → 50% fee

• Cancellations within 24h or no-show → 100% charge

❓FAQ 

1. Is Cozumel good for scuba diving?

Yes. Cozumel is considered one of the best diving destinations in the world due to its visibility, coral walls and drift-diving conditions.

2. How deep are the dives?

Most dives range from 18 to 25 meters depending on the site and your certification level.

3. Do I need to be an experienced diver?

Open Water certification is enough, but we recommend a recent dive in the last 12 months.

4. What marine life can I expect to see?

Turtles, eagle rays, nurse sharks, giant morays, groupers, barracudas and vibrant coral formations.

5. Do you offer small groups?

Yes — maximum 4 certified divers per guide.

6. Can I bring my own equipment?

Absolutely. You can bring full personal gear and we provide tanks & weights.

7. Is drift diving difficult?

Cozumel drift diving is generally easy and relaxing. Your guide manages navigation and exit points.