mahahual diving
Descubre la joya del Caribe Mexicano con Mahahual diving. Nuestra operadora se especializa en llevarte a los arrecifes más vírgenes del sistema Arrecifal Mesoamericano, ofreciendo inmersiones con una biodiversidad inigualable y una tranquilidad absoluta lejos de las multitudes. En Mexplor, gestionamos toda la logística profesional para que tu inmersión en Mahahual sea segura, técnica y totalmente inolvidable.
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Stay and dive
Discover the perfect combination of adventure and comfort with our exclusive Diving + House Rental Package. Stay in a beautiful, fully equipped private home and enjoy unforgettable scuba diving experiences in some of the most stunning underwater locations. After a day of exploring the ocean, return to your own space to rest, recharge, and relax. This package is designed for divers who value both world-class diving and a comfortable place to call home. One trip. One home. Endless underwater memories.
mahahual scuba diving
Mahahual stands out as an authentic Caribbean treasure, offering divers a pristine gateway to the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef, the second-largest coral reef system in the world. Unlike more crowded tourism hubs, diving here provides a serene and intimate connection with the ocean. With sites located just minutes from the shore, you spend less time on a boat and more time immersed in vibrant, healthy coral gardens, intricate swim-throughs, and sandy flats teeming with life. From encounters with sea turtles, nurse sharks, and eagle rays to exploring unique formations like 40 Cañones or Escalones, Mahahual caters to every level of expertise—making it an ideal setting for both your first certification or an advanced technical expedition. Beyond the local reef, the region serves as the premier departure point for world-class, adventurous trips to the remote Banco Chinchorro Biosphere Reserve, where massive coral atolls and wild marine encounters await those seeking the ultimate Caribbean diving experience.
certified dive center
We are a certificate dive center
Equipment quality and maintenance
Our equipment is thoroughly maintained and renovation for your safety.
Experienced and professional staff
Our team is trained and prepared to give you the best service.
variety of dive sites
We know all the places in Mexico with many options for fun.
diving courses mahahual
DSD
- Equipment
- Bilingual guide ship transportation
- Language: spanish, english
- Avaliable Days: Booking only
- Full equipment
- Start Time: 9 am
- Duration: 4 to 5 hrs aprox
What’s Not Included:
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Full scuba certification
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Personal gear (unless included)
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Boat fees, dive site access, transportation
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Meals or lodging
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Medical clearance or doctor approval (if required)
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Dive insurance
Requirements:
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Minimum age: often 10 years or older
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Able to swim or comfortable in water
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Complete a diving medical and liability form
- Please verify the final price in the location checkbox.
Open Water Course
- 7 to 10 days (IN PROGRAM)
- Bilingual guide
- Welcome Pack
- Complete equipment
- Water and fruit on boat
- Snacks (baguets or sandwich) *Option for vegan/vegetarian)
- Theoretical classes (E learning), 2 inm in swimming pool
- 5 hrs
- ≈20 USD (use of the dock )
- E-learning book (1700 mxn)
- Transportation, boat fees, dive site access or park entry fees
- Meals, lodging, or travel costs
- Insurance (diver liability, dive accident)
- Diving license (or PADI number)
- No flying for the next 18hs
- Minimum 12 years old
Advance Course
- 5 dives in open water
- Advanced Diver Manual
- Theory
- 2-3 days course for dives +30m
- Day 1. 8:30 to 12pm
- Day 2. 12:30 to 4pm
- Day 3. 30 minutes before sunset for the nocturnal
- ≈20 USD (use of the dock )
- E-learning book (1700 mxn)
- Transportation, boat fees, dive site access or park entry fees
- Meals, lodging, or travel costs
- Insurance (diver liability, dive accident)
- Diving license (or PADI number)
- No flying for the next 18hs
- Minimum 12 years old
Rescue Course
- 10 rescue exercises
- 2 rescue scenarios
- 2 imm in open water
- Theoretical, practical, and manual classes
- Complete equipment
- Rescue: 2 or 3 days
- 1 sea dive
- pool and land internships
- ≈20 USD (use of the dock )
- E-learning book (1700 mxn)
- Transportation, boat fees, dive site access or park entry fees
- Meals, lodging, or travel costs
- Insurance (diver liability, dive accident)
- Diving license (or PADI number)
- No flying for the next 18hs
- Minimum 12 years old
- Certificacion Advanced
Dive Master Course
- 4 dives
- Transportation iyv hotel
- Water and fruit on boat
- Complete equipment
- Theoretical classes (e- learning), 2 inm in swimming pool
- 5 hrs
- ≈20 USD (use of the dock )
- E-learning book (1700 mxn)
- Transportation, boat fees, dive site access or park entry fees
- Meals, lodging, or travel costs
- Insurance (diver liability, dive accident)
- Diving license (or PADI number)
- No flying for the next 18hs
- Minimum 12 years old
Scuba diving in Mahahual
Scuba diving in Mahahual, a laid-back fishing village on Mexico's Costa Maya, is widely considered a "hidden gem" for divers seeking pristine, uncrowded reefs. Because it sits right on the edge of the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef—the second-largest coral reef system in the world—you can reach spectacular dive sites in just minutes from the shore.
diving mahahual mexico
Mahahual is a premier destination for scuba diving in Mexico, offering a laid-back, authentic Caribbean experience with easy access to the world’s second-largest coral reef system, the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef. Diving in Mahahual The local diving in Mahahual is characterized by its tranquility, excellent visibility, and high-quality, uncrowded reef sites. Because the reefs are located just minutes from the shore, you can spend more time in the water and less time on a boat.
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How deep can I go as a beginner?
Discover Scuba Diving participants can go up to 12 m (40 ft) under instructor supervision. Certified divers can dive deeper depending on their certification level.
How long does a typical dive last?
Each dive lasts around 40–60 minutes depending on depth, air consumption, and conditions.
Water Temperatures
These spots in the Riviera Maya generally enjoy very warm Caribbean waters, often around 82-86 °F (28-30 °C).
What’s the minimum age to participate?
Scuba diving: minimum 10 years (Junior Open Water).
