Scuba Diving in Playa del Carmen

Small-group reef dives, cenotes, direct Cozumel trips, seasonal bull shark diving and PADI courses — steps from the beach and boat pickup.

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In Season Now: Whale Shark Snorkeling

Whale shark season runs from June until around mid-September. No scuba certification is required.

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Scuba Diving From Playa del Carmen

Xico Dive Center offers reef diving in Playa del Carmen , cenote diving , direct Cozumel diving , seasonal bull shark diving , night dives and PADI courses from our dive center near the beach.

Staying several days? Our multi-day scuba diving packages combine Playa del Carmen reefs, cenotes and Cozumel in one easy dive itinerary.

Why Dive With Xico?

Clear logistics, personal service and dive plans matched to your certification and recent experience.

Small Groups More personal attention and easier communication.
Steps From the Boat Our dive center is close to the beach and boat pickup.
Premium Rental Equipment Clean, modern and well-maintained rental gear.
Direct Cozumel Boat Dive Cozumel without arranging the public ferry.
One Base, Many Dive Experiences Reefs, cenotes, Cozumel, sharks, night dives and courses.
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New to Scuba Diving?

Try scuba for one day or earn your first full certification.

Diving Playa del Carmen
No Certification Required

Discover Scuba Diving

Try scuba without a certification. Learn the basics, practice with a PADI professional and experience your first underwater adventure.

2750 MXN (≈$157 USD) per person
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Improve Your Dive Skills

Continue your training with PADI courses and focused specialties.

PADI Advanced Course Advanced Open Water Build confidence with five Adventure Dives. 8000 MXN (≈$457 USD) per person PADI Rescue Course Rescue Diver Improve awareness, prevention and emergency skills. 9000 MXN (≈$514 USD) per person Nitrox Specialty Specialty Courses Nitrox, DPV, Night, Wreck, Buoyancy and more. From 2000 MXN (≈$114 USD) per person Dive Master Playa del Carmen Divemaster Course Take the first step toward becoming a dive professional. 28000 MXN (≈$1,600 USD) per person
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Kids & Family Diving

Age-appropriate scuba programs and private snorkeling for families.

PADI Seal Team Pool-based scuba adventures for children age 8+. 2000 MXN (≈$114 USD) per child PADI Seal Team PADI Bubblemaker A playful introduction to scuba for children age 8+. 2000 MXN (≈$114 USD) per child Open Water Playa del Carmen Junior Open Water Full junior scuba certification from age 10. 10000 MXN (≈$571 USD) per child Ocean Activities Playa del Carmen Private Family Snorkeling Private reef snorkeling for families and mixed groups. From 6000 MXN (≈$343 USD) per private boat

Snorkeling & Riviera Maya Tours

Good options for non-divers, families and mixed groups.

Ocean Activities Playa del Carmen Private Snorkeling Private reef snorkeling by boat from Playa del Carmen. From 6000 MXN (≈$343 USD) per private boat In Season Now Whale Shark Snorkeling Seasonal summer snorkeling with whale sharks. 3500 MXN (≈$200 USD) per adult Riviera Maya Tours Explore our selected non-diving tours and experiences. From 1650 MXN (≈$94 USD) per person

Not Sure What to Book?

Tell us your certification, number of dives, last dive date, travel dates and what you want to experience.

We can recommend the right reef dive, cenote, Cozumel trip, bull shark experience, course or multi-day package.

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    Visit Xico Dive Center in Playa del Carmen

    Meet our team in Zazil-Ha, close to the beach and local boat pickup.

    Location Calle Flamingos – Calle 40
    Playa del Carmen 77720
    Opening Hours Monday–Sunday
    8:00–20:00
    Phone / WhatsApp +52 (984) 745 0576
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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Quick answers about scuba diving, cenotes, Cozumel, sharks, courses and booking.

    Is Playa del Carmen good for scuba diving?

    Yes. Playa del Carmen is a convenient base for local reef dives, cenotes, direct Cozumel trips, PADI courses and seasonal experiences. Local reef boat rides are short, while many Riviera Maya cenotes are accessible as half-day trips.

    I’m certified. Which dive should I choose?

    Choose Playa del Carmen reef diving for short boat rides and an easy two-tank ocean day, cenotes for freshwater cavern diving, or Cozumel Direct for larger drift reefs.

    During the winter season, bull shark diving is another major Playa del Carmen experience. If you are diving for several days, our multi-day packages combine Playa, cenotes and Cozumel.

    I have never dived before. What should I book?

    Choose Discover Scuba Diving if you want to try scuba without becoming certified. Choose the PADI Open Water Diver course if you want a full certification.

    Can Open Water divers dive cenotes?

    Yes. Several beginner-friendly cenotes are suitable for Open Water certified divers. The route depends on certification, recent experience, buoyancy and comfort level. More demanding cenotes require Advanced Open Water or additional experience.

    Do your Cozumel trips use the public ferry?

    No. Our Cozumel Direct trip uses a direct boat from Playa del Carmen to the Cozumel dive area.

    When is bull shark season?

    Bull shark season normally runs from approximately November through April. We offer bull shark diving options for qualified certified divers.

    When is whale shark season?

    Whale shark snorkeling normally runs from June until around mid-September. The whale shark tour is snorkeling only and does not require a scuba certification.

    Do you offer multi-day diving packages?

    Yes. Our 4, 5 and 6-day scuba diving packages combine Playa del Carmen reef diving, a standard cenote day and Cozumel Direct, with additional upgrade options.

    Is rental equipment available?

    Yes. Premium rental equipment is available for many of our dive activities. The normal rental rate is 500 MXN (≈$29 USD) per person per day unless the specific activity or package states a different rate.

    What if I have not dived recently?

    Tell us your last dive date when you contact us. Depending on your experience and planned activity, we may recommend a PADI ReActivate Refresher Course or an easier local reef plan first.

    How do I book?

    Send us your travel date, activity, number of divers, certification level, last dive date and whether you need rental equipment. If you do not know which activity to choose, send us your experience and dates and our team can recommend the best options.

    Ready to Dive Playa del Carmen?

    Explore our dive options or send us your certification, recent experience and travel dates and we’ll help you build the right plan.

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