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2 Days Class: SDI Open Water Diver Certification in Cancun

About this experience

Take the next step becoming a certified diver and dive around the world with a valid license!

This course is designed to give you the necessary skills to conduct open water dives and the key to explore most dive destinations and discover the wonders of the underwater world!

SDI is a high reputed dive agency around the world with quality scuba training programs ruled by the World Recreational Scuba Training Council (RSTC).

IMPORTANT: - People with asthma, heart or brain problems, high blood pressure, lung lesions, organ transplant, diabetes, epilepsy, or any surgery less than 1 year, CAN NOT dive.
- Keep in mind you need to rest between 18 - 24 hours after diving before take an airplane.
- Consider for this activity you need to perform scuba skills in the water if you are not able to do it, you can not dive for safety reasons, there is not refund back for these reasons, as the service is provided

At a glance

  • Duration: 48 hr

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2 Days Class: SDI Open Water Diver Certification in Cancun

Plan your experience

Time on the tour48 hr
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide), Spanish (live guide)

Set aside 48 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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What is included

  • Full SCUBA equipment: BCD, regulator, mask, fins and wetsuit
  • 4 tanks dives
  • Material for study: E-Learning book
  • Digital Open Water Diver license
  • Tanks & weights

Not included

  • Photos and videos (optional)
  • Transportation from hotel

Itinerary and highlights

2 days activity

We will contact you back to give you the codes to study all the E-Learning online and do the exam in advance, all the theory and exam is online, then you will come for pool training and dives

First day: From 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. you will do pool skill practice early in the morning, then you will do 2 dives, first dive at MUSA Underwater Museum and Second dive in a reef.

Second day: From 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. you will additional practice and do 2 more dives, after this you will get your certification.

IMPORTANT TO KNOW:
- People with asthma, heart or brain problems, high blood pressure, lung lesions, organ transplant, diabetes, epilepsy, or any surgery less than 1 year, CAN NOT dive.
- Keep in mind you need to rest 24 hours after diving before taking an airplane.
- Bring ID, towels, swimsuits and/or any other thing for your personal care that you think you are going to use.
- Sunscreen/sunblock are not allowed for coral protection.
- As the activity is from a boat, we suggest take anti-nausea pills, 1 or 2 hours before getting on the boat for best effects.

See the overview, available options and booking details for the experience schedule.

Meeting and pickup information

  • When you arrive at Sotavento hotel just ask for scuba diving, we will be waiting for you by the pool area of the hotel. (Reference: Sotavento hotel is behind Calypso hotel)

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • A' HA' Scuba Diving

Accessibility and practical details

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • People with asthma, heart or brain problems, high blood pressure, lung lesions, organ transplant, diabetes, epilepsy, or any surgery less than 1 year, CAN NOT dive.
  • Keep in mind you need to rest 24 hours after diving before take an airplane
  • For this activity people must know how to swim, also consider for this activity you need to perform scuba skills in the water if you are not able to do it, you can not dive for safety reasons, there is not refund back for these reasons, as the service is provided
  • Sunscreen/sunblock are not allowed for coral protection
  • As the activity is from a boat, we suggest take anti-nauseas pills, 1 or 2 hours before getting on the boat for best effects.

Cancellation policy

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

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 48 hr.
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide), Spanish (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Adult tickets: age 10+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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