The 15 Best Scuba Diving in Tulum

1.2 dives in Cenote Dos ojos Certified Divers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 227 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $200Our pick

Meet at Agua Clara Diving in Tulum for two guided freshwater cenote dives, usually at Dos Ojos and another site suited to your ability. Equipment, transport, snacks, drinks, and lunch are included. Groups are limited to four, with guides such as Alberto, Leo, Julio, and Marcel depending on availability.

“Alberto was an AMAZING dive master and guide! His experience, knowledge, and friendly demeanor made the trip so enjoyable! This goes down as one of the most incredible dives I have ever done! Thank you!!! :)”

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2.2 cenote divings (including one deep diving) for advanced divers in Tulum

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 186 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $215

Meet La Calypso Dive Center at 8:00 am, collect your gear, then head to the Pit and Dos Ojos cenotes. You’ll make an advanced descent to the Pit’s sulfur cloud at 25 meters, then explore limestone formations, light beams, and a bat cave at Dos Ojos with guides such as Martino or Alex.

“Both caves were different in their own way the 2nd cave was more popular as you got to swim around further which was Dos Ojos. My instructor was amazing and was great talking to. Definitely knowledgeable and easy to follow, friendly and nice as well. I would definitely recommend going here to dive with him on future dives”

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3.3 Cenote Dives – Casa & Dos Ojos

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 118 reviews · 5 hours (approx.)

Meet Infinity 2 Diving in Tulum at 8am, gear up, and ride to Casa Cenote and Dos Ojos for three guided scuba sessions. A PADI instructor leads the group, with equipment, towels, snacks, water, breakfast, and lunch provided. Groups are capped at four people.

“I highly recommend Infinity2Diving Tulum and in particular my diving instructor Carlos.”

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4.Amazing beginner dive in Tulum cenote (or refresher dive)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 116 reviews · from $140

Start at La Calypso Dive Center with gear practice and safety training, then ride 15 minutes to Casa Cenote for a guided beginner scuba session. Patient instructors such as Martino, Federico, Brenda, and Mariano help you build confidence while you explore mangrove roots, fish, crabs, rock formations, and clear water.

“You will not regret this trip. The cenote was beautiful and the dive master took great care of us. It was a phenomenal trip from beginning to end .”

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5.Discover Scuba Diving in Tulum

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 111 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $140

Learn basic scuba skills, practice in calm water, then explore Casa Cenote near Tulum with an instructor beside you. English instruction, equipment, snacks, and a small group of up to five are included. Guides such as Alan, Alex, Adiel, and Liz have led sessions here.

“Thank you so much for this amazing experience!! Alan was our tour guide and he was super helpful. Me and my husband thought the cenote dive was beautiful and Alan was very thorough with his directions on how to dive (since it was my first time). If you are looking for an experienced or intermediate beautiful dive in the Tulum cenotes this is the place!!! Thank you again Alan!!”

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6.Go for 2 dives in cenote Dos ojos for certified divers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 87 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $190

Meet at La Calypso in Tulum at 8:30 am for two guided scuba descents in Dos Ojos. Certified divers follow the Barbie Line and Bat Cave route with guides such as Rubi or Julio, using supplied gear, transport, snacks, and water.

“Great experience! The diving was just incredible. We were 2 clients and 1 instructor. Everything went smoothly. Amazing view of the cenotes. Nice professional pics. Very safe.”

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7.Discovery Scuba Diving

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 82 reviews · 5 hours (approx.)

Spend about five hours learning scuba basics, practicing in a pool, then making a supervised open-water descent at Casa Cenote. Infinity 2 Diving assigns a PADI instructor, with guides such as Julieta, Alejandro, Maya, and Mariana praised for patience and careful support. Gear, lunch, snacks, water, and transport from the shop are included.

“This was our favorite excursion of the whole trip. Jess was fantastic and super knowledgeable about the diving precautions and very experienced in general. Mia and Nickolia were so so nice with making sure they stayed behind to be sure I was comfortable before I was ready to actually dive down. It was my first time diving so I was incredibly grateful for their patience. We had a terrible wreck that locked us in a one-way road for over two hours the instructors instead of just leaving us in a car and waiting took us to a restaurant. Had a few drinks with us. Enjoyed a nice meal on the…”

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8.2 tanks Cenote Diving Adventure in Tulum for Certified Divers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 74 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $200

Meet La Calypso Dive Center at 8:30 am for two guided scuba sessions: an open-water swim at Casa Cenote and a 40-minute cavern route at Dos Ojos. Groups are limited to four, with instructors such as Alex, Bebe, or Martino helping newer certified divers feel at ease.

“Martino was great! So helpful in making us all feel comfortable and safe during our trip. The whole company seemed very professional. Would highly recommend doing this experience at least once in your lifetime!”

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9.Dos Ojos Cenote Cavern Dive- The Barbie Line and The Bat Cave

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 61 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $230

From Tulum, you’ll join a small group of certified Open Water divers for two 45-minute cavern scuba sessions at Dos Ojos: the Barbie Line and Bat Cave. Equipment, snacks, transport, and guidance are included, with Mario or Budgie among the guides associated with this experience.

“The experience was great - from the start to the finish, Mario was supportive and patient. The dives were spectacular, we saw fish, cool caverns and other things we wouldn’t normally have the chance to. Mario also gave us helpful tips on how to improve our technique. Highly recommend!”

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10.Tulum Area Experiences Guided 2 Tank Scuba Dive Casa Cenote & Barrier Reef-Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 51 reviews · from $209

Start with a guided scuba session at Casa Cenote, where freshwater fish and a resident alligator share the mangroves. After a Mayan lunch, take a boat to Tulum’s barrier reef for a second saltwater session. Guides such as Paco, Carlos, Brenda, and Johannes provide instruction in groups of up to 12.

“Hate leaving bad reviews but unfortunately this time I’m left we no choice. Carlos was knowledgeable but had zero people skills. Starting from pick up from the hotel an hour later than agreed starting time, was a downward trend from tRead more”

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11.Tulum Diving (Reef) 2 Tanks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 41 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $191

Meet Ramon, Edwin, and the Mexidivers team at Tulum Beach for a four-hour reef outing. After a safety briefing, take a 25-minute boat ride to the Mesoamerican Reef for two 45 to 50-minute underwater sessions. Certified scuba participants are included; beginners pay 500 pesos extra.

“Ramon was an excellent dive instructor and Edwin a great captain. I was nervous how it would go after only doing one prior dive, but they made the discovery dive a safe and fun experience. This was great even as a beginner diver.”

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12.Discover Scuba Diving at Casa Cenote

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 28 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $190

Meet Flying Fish Tulum at 9 a.m. for a beginner scuba session at Casa Cenote. Mario guides you through basic theory, equipment, and safety skills before a supervised swim to about 21 feet among mangroves, fish, and aquatic plants.

“This tour was excellent. An unforgettable way to experience our first Cenote on the Yucatan. We were staying in Cancun, and the Uber to Tulum was easy; 2 hours. We spent the morning and early afternoon on the tour; budget the day and let yourself enjoy it fully. Flying Fish Tulum and Mario were fantastic. The shop is easy and not a tourist trap, I wouldn't hesitate to call them direct. Patient, professional, and genuinely kind. The gear was in great condition. Mario did a very good job on the training and safety. He was detailed without being dull and perfect for first-timers. Casa itself is breathtaking. The water looks…”

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13.Tulum: Dos Ojos Cenote 2 Scuba Dives with Transfer Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 13 reviews · 4 hours - 1 day · from $116

Join guide Paolo for two small-group scuba sessions at Dos Ojos, one of Quintana Roo’s most striking cenotes. Expect clear water, dramatic rock rooms, the Barbie line, and the darker Bat Cave route. Tulum transfers are optional, and certified divers can rent equipment on site.

“I booked this activity last minute and went diving yesterday and it was amazing. The two dives were phenomenal, a once in a lifetime experience. The price of the dives alongside the equipment rental was extremely reasonable in comparison to local prices. Best of all was my guide, Pablo, who had a ton of experience, made me feel safe and went out of his way to explain everything and help me. Overall I very strongly recommend this experience to any certified diver, It was perfect.”

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14.Tulum cenote diving. The ultimate experience in scuba

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 10 reviews · 3 to 5 hours (approx.)

This private Tulum outing takes certified scuba participants into the 2 Ojos cenote system for two guided underwater routes, including Bat Cave. Expect hotel pickup at 8:00 am, equipment, park fees, drinks, lunch at a local taco spot, and English guidance from staff such as Alvaro, Manuel, or Leo.

“Went lion fish hunting. He did the hunting and I tagged along. Being the lead he saw the fish and killed it. Stuffed it into his bag along with anything else edible he saw. The dive itself was good.”

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15.Tulum : Scuba in 2 cenotes including a deep one Pit Dos Ojos

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 8 reviews · 5 hours · from $230

Join La Calypso Dive Center for two guided cenote scuba sessions near Tulum: a 40-minute descent in El Pit, followed by 45 minutes at Dos Ojos. Advanced certification is required. Guides speak English, Spanish, Italian, and French, with small groups available.

“Very nice experience. Diving in the Cenotes is just incredible! And the staff were very friendly, even though I only booked one night before Mariano was able to accomodate me and took good care of me underwater. 10/10 would dive with you again😁”

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