Open Water courses in Mexico
11 Open Water courses from 8 dive centers in Mexico, bookable online. Prices start at US$308. The most common length is 3 days.
The Open Water Diver course is the entry-level scuba certification. It combines theory, skill sessions in a pool or calm shallow water and four open water dives, and it certifies you to dive to 18 metres with a buddy anywhere in the world.
All diving in MexicoAdvanced Open Water courses (12)Fun dives (65)Try dives (8)Divemaster courses (8)
No experience needed
SDIOpen Water
Deepdivemexico
5.0
Open Water Diver Course in Playa del Carmen
Playa del Carmen, Mexico3 days
$...
/ diver
No experience needed
SDIOpen Water
Deepdivemexico
5.0
Scuba Diver Course in Playa del Carmen
Playa del Carmen, Mexico2 days
$...
/ diver
No experience needed
PADIOpen Water
Scuba Reef Cozumel
4.9
PADI Open Water Diver
Cozumel, Mexico3 days
$...
/ diver
No experience needed
PADIOpen Water
Scuba Cancun
4.5
PADI Open Water Diver
Cancun, Mexico3 days
$...
/ diver
No experience needed
Open Water
Xibalba Divers MX
5.0
Open Water Diver Course
Playa del Carmen, Mexico3 days
$...
/ diver
No experience needed
PADIOpen Water
The Cortez Club
4.3
Open Water Diver Course
La Paz, Mexico3 days
$...
/ diver
No experience needed
PADIOpen Water
Scuba toro
5.0
PADI Open Water Diver Course – Learn, Explore, Get Certified
Playa del Carmen, Mexico4 days
$...
/ diver
No experience needed
PADIOpen Water
Diving4you
5.0
PADI Open Water Diver Course
Playa del Carmen, Mexico3 days
$...
/ diver
No experience needed
PADIOpen Water
A. c. divers
5.0
PADI Open Water Diver course
Playa del Carmen, Mexico3 days
$...
/ diver
No experience needed
PADIOpen Water
A. c. divers
5.0
SDI Open Water Scuba Diver course
Playa del Carmen, Mexico3 days
$...
/ diver
No experience needed
PADIOpen Water
A. c. divers
5.0
SSI Open Water Diver Course
Playa del Carmen, Mexico3 days
$...
/ diver
Diving in Mexico
Mexico has two very different coasts: the Caribbean side, with Cozumel's drift dives and the cenotes of the Riviera Maya, and the Pacific and Sea of Cortez, with sea lions and large pelagics.
Frequently asked questions
- How much does the Open Water course cost in Mexico?
- On Be Underwater, Open Water courses in Mexico start at US$308, across 11 options from 8 dive centers. Each listing shows what the price includes.
- How long does the Open Water course take?
- Most dive centers run it over 3 to 4 days. Completing the theory online before you travel can shorten the time you spend in a classroom.
- Do I need any experience to start?
- No. You need to be able to swim, be in reasonable health and complete a medical questionnaire. The minimum age is usually 10.
- Is the certification valid everywhere?
- Yes. Open Water certifications from PADI, SSI and the other recognised agencies are accepted by dive centers worldwide and do not expire.
- How do I book on Be Underwater?
- Open a listing, choose your date and the number of divers, and book online. The price you see is the dive center's own price, and the dive center confirms your booking.