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Amazing beginner dive in Tulum cenote (or refresher dive)
Badge of ExcellenceTulum, Mexico
- 4 hours 30 minutes
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Whether you are new to diving or looking to refresh your scuba skills after an extended break, this class will give you the confidence to explore the Yucatan’s underwater treasures. After a safety orientation on dry land, cruise to Casa Cenote to put your newfound knowledge into action. Practice first in shallow water, then enjoy a 40-minute dive under the watchful eye of your instructors.
- Learn to scuba dive in a centoe
- Emphasis on safety at all times
- Snacks and bottled water included
- Transportation to and from cenote included
What's Included
- Driver/guide
- Use of Scuba equipment
- Entrance fees to the cenotes
- Lunch and breakfast
- Hotel pick up and drop off
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- La Calypso Dive CenterCalle Sagitario Esquina con Calle Osiris S/N Lote 11, Tulum Centro, Centro, 77780 Tulum, Q.R., Mexico
GPS : 20.212396, -87.462935 On the main avenue, turn to the right (coming from north) at the traffic light in front of the Pollos “El Pechugon” and Kahlua bar restaurant. At the corner with 2nd street on your right, our dive center is a little cabin in a wide tropical garden with a stone wall.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.What To Expect
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 2 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Diving 12 hours before 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
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Featured review
Elani_S
Very kind and great guide. Met Federico at the center just off the strip to get some information and did a great first time dive in the cenote. So beautiful and clear! Saw beautiful fish and blue crabs and even spotted Pancito. Amazing experience and there was a photographer who took our photos and video. Our guide was so kind and patient with us when there we had nerves or panic. He even gave us a recommendation to continue our padi training over the week. Highly recommend!!!
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Yesenia_P, Apr 2024
This trip was amazing and absolutely worth the money! Mariano was very laid back, funny, kind, and was able to explain the basics of scuba diving in a clear way that made me feel secure about giving it a shot. The cenote was absolutely beautiful, and surprisingly fun to explore. I had imagined a big well to sort of practice scuba, but instead it was a fairly deep river winding through the jungle. It was not only a learning experience, but it actually gave a taste of what scuba diving is like as well.
Can’t recommend enough, 10/10!
Elani_S, Apr 2024
Very kind and great guide. Met Federico at the center just off the strip to get some information and did a great first time dive in the cenote. So beautiful and clear! Saw beautiful fish and blue crabs and even spotted Pancito. Amazing experience and there was a photographer who took our photos and video. Our guide was so kind and patient with us when there we had nerves or panic. He even gave us a recommendation to continue our padi training over the week. Highly recommend!!!
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Amazing review ! Thank you so much Elani !
Ian_M, Mar 2024
This was one of the most amazing experiences of my life. I chose to do this for my birthday and I will remember this experience for the rest of my life. I feel like I had an actual scuba diving experience even though I had never experienced before. Our instructor was knowledgeable, patient, and empathetic. I will return!
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Thank you so much Ian ! See you very soon back to Tulum !
Littleblackcurtain, Feb 2024
10/10 experience. So beginner friendly but also challenging which made it so worth it! Our instructor was such a gem and made us feel super safe and comfortable. The Cenote is stunning. Sparked a new love for diving and I can’t wait to go again!
(Make sure you eat a good breakfast before going. You will need all your energy! Prepare to sleep soooo good after. We were exhausted!)
Response from Host, Mar 2024
Wow thank you so much for such a great review !
Megan_L, Feb 2024
brenda was an incredible instructor and guide to us as my partner and i have never dived before. even though it was my first time, she explained the equipment, procedure, and safety protocols so thoroughly and had a calming demeanor in the water which eased my nerves and i truly felt like i could trust her with my life. we practiced before beginning our dive and fixed any potential problems (mostly psychological). the actual dive was mindblowing, like entering another world! we saw needle fish, crabs, colorful fish, and ponchito the alligator! the way the light shines into the water is heavenly. overall, i felt so grateful for the opportunity to do my first dive in casa cenote with la calypso diving center! brenda was the perfect guide for us as she shared beautiful, personal stories about her family and diving experience. i could tell she was deeply connected to the water as she shared that she named her son Akbal, meaning 'blue night' for when light enters a dark cave and reflects off the water. we will definitely be back!!! ♥️🤿🐊
Response from Host, Feb 2024
Amazing ! Thank you so much Megan for such a complete feedback about your dives with La Calypso Dive Center ! See you back here very soon !
Dana_F, Feb 2024
Federico made the whole thing very comfortable. It was genius that there was no boat ride (which wouldn't bother me, but I have family members who can get motion sick, and would enjoy Scuba a lot more this way), and the spot we went to was a lot, a LOT of adventure yet easily reachable in the time we had to scuba. Federico spoke English well, which helped me a lot. Really great experience.
Response from Host, Feb 2024
Wow ! Thank you so much Dana for this great review ! Glad you enjoyed your dives with us !
Julia_C, Dec 2023
Gisella was phenomenal, she was patient with me, as this was my first dive. I am really grateful for this experience, and I hope to return soon.
Response from Host, Feb 2024
Thank you Julia for this nice review ! Glad you enjoyed your dives with Gisela !
Brian_M, Oct 2023
I had a great time diving with La Calypso Dive Center. Brenda is great and an excellent instructor and very attentive.
Response from Host, Oct 2023
Thank you Brian for this 5 stars review !
Nick_R, Aug 2023
Plan for a half day trip, back before lunch. Julio was an exceptional guide and made us feel extremely comfortable.
The cenote is beautiful and we were comfortable with our first experience under the water.
Thanks very much Julio you are a true expert.
Response from Host, Aug 2023
Hey thanks so much Nick for this nice review ! Glad you enjoyed your dives with us!
Muzam_A, Aug 2023
This experience was one of the most memorable experiences of my life. In fact, it’s safe to say that it was probably the best.
First, I needed to have this take place on a Wednesday because I was flying out on Friday and wanted to give at least 48 hours before getting on a plane. They didn’t have any appointments available but the rep Paola went to work and reached out to multiple diving instructors until she found one that could do it. She went above and beyond to ensure I was able to experience scuba diving.
The guide Fede was amazing. I don’t know how I would have been able to do this if it wasn’t for his calming and patient demeanor. In the beginning, I was a little anxious with the breathing aspect and trying to figure it out. But he stayed with me the entire time, helped me with the jacket and breathing tips. After a few breathing exercises, we did the dive.
Fede is a pro. He kept a watchful eye on me the entire time and checked if I was okay throughout the entire experience.
I’m really grateful for his cool energy because it made me feel confident in myself and allowed me to enjoy the water without getting panicked.
If you ever want to learn how to scuba dive, this is the place to do it at. They are so professional and everything was just super seamless.
Now I’m hoping to get certified so that I can continue diving in other places.
Response from Host, Aug 2023
Amazing review ! Thank for taking the time to write such a great and complete review about your experience with us !
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