---
title: Learn to Scuba Dive in Cabo San Lucas with PADI
lang: en
type: tour
city: Los Cabos
country: Mexico
price: 117
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.71
reviews: 171
duration_minutes: 210
languages: [en, es]
free_cancellation: "true"
rank_in_category: 14 of 14 (Scuba Diving)
schedule_checked: 2026-10-08
data_updated: 2026-10-12
canonical: https://guidekin.com/mexico/los-cabos/tours/learn-to-scuba-dive-in-cabo-san-lucas-with-padi/
---

# Learn to Scuba Dive in Cabo San Lucas with PADI

**Guidekin's take:** A shallow-pool practice session prepares first-time divers for the waters around Pelicans rock. A dive boat with an onboard bathroom and snacks are included; equipment rental, transport and dock entry cost extra. 4.71 from 171 reviews at €117 per person for 3h 30m.

In our comparison: #14 of 14 in Scuba Diving, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

Cabo Adventures is a professional dive center with over 20 years of diving experience. Fully PADI certified, our team of dive staff ensure safe diving conditions along with exciting and interesting dive locations. Our specially designed dive boats help assist first time divers in and out of the ocean and the shallow waters, and generally clear visibility ensure that the Pelicans rock is ideal for first dives. This is an exciting opportunity for anyone who wants to learn to dive as we will take you on an underwater experience close to the famous land’s arch under the supervision of our expert guides.

## Before you book

- Hotel pickup: no car needed
- Entry ticket not included: buy it separately
- 4 start times: between 08:00 and 14:00
- Food included: see what is included

**Pickup:** Hotel pickup included

## Key facts

- Price: from €117 per person
- Duration: 3h 30m
- Rating: 4.71/5 from 171 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Cabo Adventures
- Group: Shared tour
- Guide languages: English, Spanish
- Tickets: Admission not included, pay on site
- Start times: 08:00, 09:00, 13:00, 14:00
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-08

## Reviews

4.71 from 171 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
92% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 158 of 171.

- 5 stars: 154 (90%)
- 4 stars: 4 (2%)
- 3 stars: 2 (1%)
- 2 stars: 3 (2%)
- 1 star: 8 (5%)

## What's included

- 45ft US lifeguard certified dive boat with bathroom onboard
- Snacks
- First time dive session in a specially designed shallow pool

## Not included

- Round trip transportation fee paid at check in
- Towels
- Diving equipment rental
- Dock entrance fee

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 08:00, 09:00, 13:00, 14:00
- Schedule last checked: 2026-10-08
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

## Good to know

- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- Guests must complete a PADI medical waiver at check in
- Guests with diabetes, respiratory problems or a history of seizures may not participate
- A 40usd dive equipment rental fee is to be paid at check in
- A 10usd round-trip transportation fee and 2usd dock fee is to be paid at check in
- You shall be picked up before the tour start time. Click on the tour operator button on your booking to confirm pick up time and location
- Expectant mothers are not able to participate

## Compared with other Scuba Diving

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #14 of 14** | €117 | 3h 30m | 4.71 (171) | shared |
| [Private Dive Boat for Certified Divers - Cabo San Lucas](/mexico/los-cabos/tours/private-dive-boat-for-certified-divers-cabo-san-lucas/?format=md) | €636 per group | 4h | 4.97 (217) | private |
| [Scuba Diving](/mexico/los-cabos/tours/scuba-diving-2/?format=md) | €135 | 4h | 4.99 (90) | shared |
| [2-Tank Scuba Dive in Cabo San Lucas Reserve for Certified Divers](/mexico/los-cabos/tours/2-tank-scuba-dive-in-cabo-san-lucas-reserve-for-certified-divers/?format=md) | €129 | 4h | 4.94 (287) | shared |

Ranked #14 of 14 in Scuba Diving by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €117 to €253, median €130; typical length 4h. 1 of 14 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market.

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