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 311 reviews
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Gabriel K
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Thank you Alan, for a fanstatic Cenote expierience!
Alan is a great diver, a super photographer and a truly excellent guide.
Diving the Cenotes was my first taste of overhead environments and under Alan's professional guidance, I felt totally safe.
His local Cenote knowledge was very impressive, as was his tips about local places to eat and drink.
It is my hope to return to Tulum and dive with Alan again.
Highly recommended !
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Melanie Wallace
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We had an amazing time cenote diving with Alan! Alan has great communication, is super organized, was an excellent guide for our first time cavern diving, and is overall just a wonderful person. We 100% will be back diving with him in the future!
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Anthony Benavides
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Hands down the best diving experience of my life. Alan is a phenomenal instructor and guide, and will show you the most mesmerizing dive spots!
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Paul Byrnes RMT
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Allan was a great tour guide n dive instructor. Always cheekily chuckling. We had a great time. He got us an awesome burrito after the dives on the first day and went out for a beer with us after the final dive. No nonsense. He expected us to know what we were doing and we were in the water quicker and stayed for longer. It’s another planet down in those caves I can’t wait to go back. Recommend
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Irina K
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It took me a while to find the right dive centre, as we were coming all the way from Australia to dive the cenotes and only had a few days. Allan absolutely blew me away with his patience, answering all my questions over several weeks and even helping us plan our trip so we could get the best visibility and light rays at each location. He went above and beyond our expectations.
It was important for us to find the right fit, as we were spending most of our trip diving with the same person. Allan recommended amazing local places to eat, shared so much about the nature and cenotes, and even brought us the most delicious tacos on our first day. As a local, he really knows his stuff.
We felt completely safe with him the entire time. I can’t recommend Allan highly enough, and I’ll definitely be recommending him to all my friends.
My advice when choosing a dive guide: speak directly with them first—you’ll know if they’re the right fit.
Hopefully we’ll get to dive with Allan again one day. Thank you so much for giving us the best few days of our trip!
We were also incredibly lucky that Allan’s freediver friend took photos of us in El Pit. It was such an unexpected bonus and just another example of Allan going above and beyond. We absolutely loved every minute of it!
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Corinne Jimenez
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I had an amazing experience with this company. From start to finish, the staff was professional, knowledgeable, and incredibly welcoming. They made my husband and I feel safe and comfortable. The equipment was well-maintained, the instruction was clear, and the dive itself in the cenotes was unforgettable. You can tell they truly care about creating a fun, safe, and memorable experience for every guest. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a great scuba diving adventure!
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羅宇婷
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This was my first trip to Tulum and my first time cenote diving. On my first day, I dived with Jorge at Dos Ojos and The Pit, and on my second day, I dived with Alan at Dream Gate and Angelita. Both instructors were not only very professional and safe guides, but also very friendly and helpful in sharing local travel information. I'm very grateful to them for making my trip to Tulum such a wonderful experience. Highly recommended!
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Suraj Patel
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I’ve never been diving in a cenote before and there are a few operators providing dives to go there. When I tell you Alan provided the BEST experience, from helping with the theory to my nitrox, giving me recommendations for dinner to bringing the best mangos I’ve had in Mexico as a snack. The diving was incredible, I’ve never dived in freshwater so when we were getting water up Alan knew my weighting would be off and adjust this with a tester dive.
Flawlessly professional whilst have the best personality and knowledge of the cenotes. If you are in tulum, drop him a message!
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Camille Chn
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La communication en amont était excellente avec des réponses rapides et claires. Alan a rendu l’experience de plongée en cenote extraordinaire et très rassurante. En bonus, nous avons eu des explications intéressantes sur les cenotes et le Mexique.
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Ethan Guggenheimer
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Alan seems like a natural teacher - patient, clear, methodical, so that my teenage sons and I felt prepared each step of the way. Good vibes, tasty snacks, and a beautiful, special experience for us. Thank you Alan!
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