Whether you're staying in Tulum or exploring the coast of Akumal or nearby areas, I will guide you through your first dives in the most stunning locations in the Mexican Caribbean.
This beginner certification gives you the confidence and skills to dive independently anywhere in the world — safely and with a deep respect for the ocean.
What You'll Learn
How to use your scuba gear like a pro
Underwater safety procedures and communication signals
Buoyancy control, descent/ascent techniques, and basic navigation
Dive planning and marine conservation principles
4 open water dives and confined water training
You'll get a mix of theory, confined water practice, and real-world diving experience.
Unlock the Ocean
Open Water Diver
Your first breath underwater is unforgettable — make it happen in paradise. The Open Water Diver course is your gateway to an extraordinary underwater world.
✅ Course Overview:
SDI Certified: Earn your internationally recognized Open Water Diver license.
Private Instruction: I offer one-on-one or small group (Max 3) attention.
Fast Track: Finish your certification in just 3-4 days.
4 Open Water Dives: Explore Tulum, Turtle Bay, or Cozumel (location dependent).
Skill Focused: My guidance ensures mastery of key buoyancy and safety skills.
📋 Requirements
Must be able to swim
Prerequisites: Must be able to swim (medical form needed).
Academic Included: Full access to SDI e-learning materials.
Unique First Dive: Your first immersion in the surreal environment of the Cenote.
READY TO SEE THE MAGIC?
Let me guide your safe, personal, and unforgettable exploration.
Every experience is designed for comfort, safety, and fun:
🍃 Certified Professional Guide 🤿 Full Gear Rental 🍉 Seasonal Fruit & purified water ⚠️ Environmental & Safety Briefing 📍 Visit to top-rated dive sites in the area (subject to conditions)
Why Choose Me?
Top-rated instructor with years of experience
Stress-free learning in small groups or private sessions
Flexible location – Tulum, Cozumel, Akumal
Focus on comfort, safety, and personal attention
Respect for the environment and marine life
Please Note: Some fees may apply depending on the specific dive location.
No surprises. Just expertly guided dives with personal attention.
❓ FAQ – Everything You Need to Know
Yes, you need to know how to swim well! While I'll guide and assist you throughout the dive, basic swimming skills are essential for your safety and comfort.
Yes — once certified, you can dive globally up to 18 meters (60 feet) with a buddy.
I can adapt the schedule over 3–4 days, and sometimes even over weekends — just ask.
Absolutely. Your safety is my top priority. You'll learn in a step-by-step environment with full support from me as your instructor.
You're welcome to bring your own underwater camera to capture memories! GoPro rental is also available subject to availability. Please note that photography policies vary by location — while open water diving allows full camera freedom, some cenotes may have restrictions or additional fees. I'll inform you of specific policies for each dive site.
Testimonials that Dive Deeper: What the Divers Love About it.
EXCELLENT
Based on 286 reviews
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Julia Rosi
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I had a great experience diving with Alan and Jorge. We went to Casa Cenote for my refresher dive and later continued to Cenote dos ojos. It was a wonderful experience and I always felt well taken care of.
I would definitely come back to do more dives with you and can highly recommend going with them 😊
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Faye Miller
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Had a great week diving with Alan and Jorge!!!
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Lucia Avery
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We shared four epic dives with Alan both at the cenotes and out from Playa del Carmen. Well organised, kind, great snacks, and very professional. Perfect mix of fun and dive etiquette. 100% recommend!
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Julian Schneider
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We went on 2 dives in a small group of three. Hairo was really nice and funny, and we had a great time! He told us about the Cenotes, the alligators, and much more in great detail. I would love to go diving with him again sometime. Cheers!
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Simon D
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I dived with Alan in Cenote Dos Ojos and had an absolutely amazing experience. From start to finish, I felt completely safe and confident underwater. Alan is not only a highly skilled and professional instructor, but also someone with a great vibe — calm, positive, and genuinely kind. He creates an atmosphere of trust and enjoyment that makes the dive even more special. I couldn’t have asked for a better guide for my first cenote dive. Highly recommended.
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dr how
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This is a geat company. We had two cenote dives on our vacation. Alan was super patient and safety conscious. We appreciate how the day flowed. We also appreciate the complimentary snacks. Who knew spicy peanuts would taste so good?
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Ma&Fra W&C
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👌Gorąco polecam odkrycie przepięknych cenotes z Alanem i jego teamem.
Alan jest profesjonalnym i super sympatycznym instruktorem i organizatorem, i współpracuje ze wspaniałymi przewodnikami. Gwarancja błyskawicznych odpowiedzi i organizacji. Zrobiłam z nim kurs sidemount i kilka dni nurkowania w różnych cenotes. Jeden piękniejszy od drugiego… 😍
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Christian Engelbrecht
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Updating as I've dove with Alan now two years in a row. I've dove in quite a few locations around the world, usually renting equipment, and seen the good and bad of dive guides and shops. From my personal perspective: ALAN IS ONE OF THE BEST!! He is super friendly, carries quality rental gear, puts safety first, and is a great guide underwater. I can only highly recommend him for anyone diving the cenotes.
Original review (Jan 2025)
I stopped by in Tulum for a day of diving and found Alan via a Google search. He was a wonderful guide and person and I really enjoyed the day with him. Would definitely recommend his services!
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Jules Bres
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We had an amazing experience with Allan, taking us to amazing dive sites and being very flexible with our demands. Communication on WhatsApp was very easy and he gave us great advice to pick the right Cenotes, and gave us amazing brief before each. We almost never saw other divers underwater thanks to perfect scheduling. He was very friendly, professional, had great quality equipment, never hurried us encouraging us to enjoy the scenery of the Cenotes before changing dive site, and on top gave us great recos to enjoy our stay in Tulum. One of my best experiences in 100+ dives.
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Stefan
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Wir haben die Tauchschule über Google gefunden und eine Nachricht geschickt. Der Kontakt mit Alan war super professionell und sehr zügig. Wir haben zwei Dives gebucht und hatten einen privaten Dive. Nur meine Freundin und ich mit unserem Guide Jorge. Er war wirklich super nett und sehr erfahren was das Zenoten und Höhlentauchen angeht. Zuerst waren wir bei der Angelita Cenote und er hat uns alles sehr ausführlich erklärt, was uns Sicherheit bei diesen dive gegeben hat. Beim zweiten Tauchgang sind wir mit dem Auto zur zweiten Cenote - Carwash gefahren. Ein Shallow Dive mit unglaublich klarem Wasser. Wirklich richtig schön! Vielen Dank für die zwei unvergesslichen Tauchgänge 🤩🙏🏼
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