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Scuba Diving in Akumal

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The Reefs of Akumal

Explore the enchanting waters of Akumal, a premier scuba diving destination known for its gentle currents, warm, crystal-clear Caribbean waters, and the extraordinary richness of its marine life. From shallow, vibrant coral reefs teeming with colorful marine life to deeper sites for more adventurous dives, Akumal reveals the secrets of the underwater world.

The area is famed for its clear waters and the serene beauty of its underwater landscapes, allowing divers to immerse themselves fully in the captivating surroundings. 

At a glance

  • Price: 3,200 MXN per person (about US$175)
  • Dives: 2 dives on two different sites
  • Schedule: half day, 7:30 am to 1 pm
  • Meeting point: downtown Playa del Carmen, address sent on WhatsApp
  • Level: Open Water (or equivalent) minimum
  • Group: 4 divers on average per guide
  • Included: equipment, transport, snacks
Hawksbill sea turtle resting under a rock ledge, captured by Triton Diving in Playa del Carmen.
Scuba divers swimming with a school of yellow Grunt fish during a Triton Diving trip in Playa del Carmen

Your Dive

Your diving experience at Akumal takes place over a half day, from 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

  • If you are staying in Playa del Carmen, transport to the dive site will be arranged for you.
  • Departure at 8 a.m. for a drive of about 10 min
  • 2 dives at 2 different sites in Akumal

Warning: do not fly for 18 hours after diving.

Overview

Your experience

With Triton Diving, diving is a complete experience. What’s included:

  • Equipment rental
  • Air tanks
  • Transportation from downtown Playa del Carmen to the dive sites
  • Snacks for the day

FAQ

Yes. Equipment rental is included in every Triton Diving package. You’re also welcome to bring your own gear!

No, Triton Diving takes care of everything, including transportation. We meet in downtown Playa del Carmen, and we’ll send you the exact address on WhatsApp. We bring you back there at the end of the trip.

To keep the experience personal, groups are usually 4 divers per guide. If you’re a bigger group, we simply bring more guides!

Triton Diving offers try dives to introduce beginners to scuba diving.

You can then get your Open Water certification to dive independently and discover new places.

It depends on your situation. Please contact us before booking and we’ll guide you through the process.

We recommend bringing your certification card and logbook, a swimsuit, a towel, a hat and sunglasses, and comfortable clothes for before and after the dive. Triton Diving provides all the dive gear, but feel free to bring your own mask, fins or wetsuit if you prefer a particular size or style.

Message us on WhatsApp with your dates, your level and your group size. Once you pick a date, a short diver form and a $120 deposit per person confirm your spot. Pay it by Wise, bank transfer or payment link, with no fees; it’s deducted from the price and the balance is paid on site in pesos. Up to 48 hours before, it’s refunded or moved; under 48 hours, it’s kept. If the weather cancels the trip, we reschedule or refund in full.

It’s not mandatory, but we recommend personal dive insurance (DAN or similar).

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