---
title: PADI Discover Scuba Diving Program in the Riviera Maya
lang: en
type: tour
city: Playa del Carmen
country: Mexico
price: 114
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.82
reviews: 67
duration_minutes: 240
languages: [en, es]
free_cancellation: "true"
guidekin_pick: Pool practice, one reef dive
rank_in_category: 14 of 18 (Scuba Diving)
schedule_checked: 2026-10-09
data_updated: 2026-10-12
canonical: https://guidekin.com/mexico/playa-del-carmen/tours/padi-discover-scuba-diving-program-in-the-riviera-maya/
---

# PADI Discover Scuba Diving Program in the Riviera Maya

**Guidekin's take:** A theory introduction and pool practice lead into one guided boat dive on a Riviera Maya reef. Scuba gear and instruction are included; marine park fees cost extra, and a health questionnaire is required before diving. 4.82 from 67 reviews at €114 per person for 4h.

In our comparison: #14 of 18 in Scuba Diving, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

Take your first breath underwater and discover the stunning reefs of the Riviera Maya. This introductory program will give you all the necessary skills to get used to scuba diving and enjoy seeing the underwater world with different eyes.

## Before you book

- Hotel pickup: no car needed
- Starts 08:00: one departure a day
- Food not included: Alcoholic drinks, Lunch
- Age rule: Minimum age is 10 years (parent must be present)

**Pickup:** Hotel pickup included

## Key facts

- Price: from €114 per person
- Duration: 4h
- Rating: 4.82/5 from 67 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Pro Dive International
- Group: Shared tour
- Guide languages: English, Spanish
- Start times: 08:00
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-09

## Reviews

4.82 from 67 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
96% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 64 of 67.

- 5 stars: 63 (94%)
- 4 stars: 1 (1%)
- 3 stars: 0 (0%)
- 2 stars: 1 (1%)
- 1 star: 2 (3%)

## What's included

- 1 guided boat dive on the Riviera Maya
- Full scuba gear and instructor
- Brief theory and pool session

## Not included

- Alcoholic drinks
- Lunch
- Video footage (available to purchase)
- Marine park fees USD 8/day/diver, subject to changes

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 08:00
- Schedule last checked: 2026-10-09
- 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 poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Minimum age is 10 years (parent must be present)
- Not available for pregnant women
- Diving within 24 hours of 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
- Check our medical policies: https://prodiveinternational.com/medical-policy/

## Compared with other Scuba Diving

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #14 of 18** | €114 | 4h | 4.82 (67) | shared |
| [Dos Ojos Cenote Dive: Barbie Line & Bat Cave – 2 Dives](/mexico/playa-del-carmen/tours/dos-ojos-cenote-dive-barbie-line-bat-cave-2-dives/?format=md) | €150 | 6h | 4.99 (499) | shared |
| [Private Full-Day Cenote Diving Experience 2 Dives with Lunch](/mexico/playa-del-carmen/tours/private-full-day-cenote-diving-experience-2-dives-with-lunch/?format=md) | €230 | 7h | 4.96 (173) | private |
| [Two reef discovery dives with professional instructor (no experience necessary)](/mexico/playa-del-carmen/tours/two-reef-discovery-dives-with-professional-instructor-no-experience-necessary/?format=md) | €162 | 8h | 4.98 (109) | shared |

Ranked #14 of 18 in Scuba Diving by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €104 to €547, median €211; typical length 5h 30m. 3 of 18 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market.

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