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PADI Advanced Open Water Certification (with crew pack on site)

Available on 18 Dec

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Pricing

Key info

  • 3 days (approx.)
  • Incl. 5 dives
  • Dive site(s) determined on the dive day
  • English, Spanish
  • Max. 4 students / instructor
  • Meet at the dive center
  • Instant confirmation
  • Free Cancellation - 24hrs notice
  • Show mobile or printed voucher

Highlights

Experience new adventures and learn new skills with an instructor by your side. Designed for Open Water divers who want to improve their abilities.

  • Make five dives with an instructor and practice something different on each dive (deep diving, navigation, buoyancy, photography, etc.).
  • Gain experience and improve your scuba skills.
  • Take your diving to the next depth. Become an Advanced Open Water Diver in Cozumel’s world-class reefs
  • Enhance your skills, boost your confidence and unlock new dive sites with our Advanced Open Water certification
  • Upgrade your diving skills and gain access to deeper, more exciting sites with our Advanced Open Water course in Cozumel

Dive center

Dive Palancar

PADI 5 Star Dive Center

Dive Palancar Cozumel is a 100% Mexican-owned dive shop, offering world-class scuba diving in Cozumel with a strong commitment to safety, service, and professionalism. Located along the southern coast of the island, we serve guests staying at all major resorts, including Fiesta Americana, Dreams Cozumel Cape Resort & spa, Sunscape Sabor Resort, Secrets Aura Resort, Occidental Cozumel, Barcelo Allegro, and Iberostar Waves Resort.

We are proud to be a certified dive center in Cozumel that operates under PADI standards, ensuring our divers benefit from internationally recognized safety protocols and high-quality instruction. Our team of professional native dive guides, each with more than 10 years of experience, leads small, personalized groups to the best dive sites within Cozumel’s National Marine Park.

Our services include:

  • Guided drift diving experiences on Cozumel’s famous coral reefs

  • Private and customized diving trips

  • Full-service equipment support and valet dive service

  • Snorkeling excursions suitable for all ages and experience levels

  • Optional underwater photography and macro diving experiences

We specialize in providing safe diving in Cozumel for all skill levels, from new divers to experienced professionals. Our commitment to sustainable and eco-friendly diving ensures that each guest experiences the beauty of Cozumel's marine life while contributing to its preservation.

Whether you're seeking a relaxed dive vacation, planning a group trip, or looking for a trusted local dive operator in Cozumel, Quintana Roo, Mexico, Dive Palancar Cozumel is here to deliver reliable, professional, and unforgettable underwater experiences.


PADI 5 Star Dive Resort 2 PADI Instructors Max. 8.0 divers / guide

Address: 2188 Km from your location
Zona Hotelera Sur Kilometro 12.9 G, Carretera Costera Sur, Cozumel, Quintana Roo, 77600, Mexico

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Package description

Inclusive of

  • 5 open water dives
  • Open water dives
  • Scuba equipment rental (full set)
  • Certification papers/card
  • Training materials

Requirements

  • Minimum age: 12+
  • Min. certification: Open Water Certification required
  • Min logged dives: 4 logged dives required
  • PADI Open Water Diver or qualifying entry-level certification.

What to expect

The Advanced Open Water Diver course is all about advancing your skills. Available also in eLearning, the first phase of this training is Knowledge Development, which includes lessons on popular specialty dives. In the second phase you'll practice underwater navigation and buoyancy, try deep diving and make three specialty dives of your choosing. During the final phase, after some skill practice with your instructor, you'll make five open water dives. There's no exam because this course is truly about having fun and gaining experience. For every specialty dive you complete, you can earn credit toward PADI® specialty certifications.

Other Information

Confirmation

  • You will receive a confirmation email and voucher instantly after booking
  • In the event that you do not receive an email from us, please check your Spam folder or notify us via email

Meet at the dive center

We are located at the Dive Palancar Pier, right next to the Dreamscape Sabor Resort & Spa, in the southern hotel zone of Cozumel. We offer pick-ups at the main southern piers, including: • Fiesta Americana • Allegro Cozumel • Occidental Grand • Iberostar Cozumel • Costa del Sol Pier • Paradise Beach Pier (when permitted) • Secrets Aura Pier • And our own Dive Palancar Pier If you’re staying in the southern area, chances are we can pick you up right from your hotel’s pier. Just ask us to confirm!

Address: Zona Hotelera Sur Kilometro 12.9 G, Carretera Costera Sur, Cozumel, Quintana Roo, 77600, Mexico

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Cancellation policy

  • Full refunds will be issued for cancellations made at least 24 hours prior to the activity
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