Akumal · PADI Certified · Train in cenotes
Scuba Diving Courses Near Bahia Principe Grand Tulum
Become a certified diver in paradise. From $325 per person. We offer private open water certification course tours with complimentary pickup right from Bahia Principe Grand Tulum.
Open Water Certification Course from Bahia Principe Grand Tulum
Bahia Principe Grand Tulum is a large all-inclusive resort within the Bahia Principe complex near Akumal, inspired by the Maya Riviera's architectural heritage and spread across lush tropical grounds leading to a protected coral-reef beach. Families, couples, and groups fill this resort year-round, drawn by its wide range of restaurants, pools, and entertainment within walking distance of sister properties. The resort's location near Akumal, with Tulum just 15 km south, makes it one of the most strategically positioned bases for cenote diving — Seth Dive can pick up guests and reach The Pit or Dos Ojos in under 20 minutes.
With its Mayan architectural grandeur and coral-reef coastline, Bahia Principe Grand Tulum offers an inspiring setting for completing your PADI Open Water certification. The $400 course runs across multiple days and includes all training from theory through four ocean dives. Families can certify together, turning a beach vacation into a shared achievement. Akumal's warm, clear waters and abundant marine life make every training dive feel like a genuine underwater adventure.
Nearest Cenotes
Located in Akumal, just 15–20 minutes from The Pit and Dos Ojos near Tulum — one of the shortest drives to world-class cenote diving of any resort area.
Open Water Certification Course From Bahia Principe Grand Tulum
Getting your Open Water certification in the Riviera Maya is not just about earning your license — it is about learning to dive in one of the most beautiful underwater environments on the planet. Our Open Water course follows the internationally reco...
Hassle-free experience
We Pick You Up at Bahia Principe Grand Tulum
Forget about renting a car or navigating unfamiliar roads. Our free hotel pickup service means we come directly to Bahia Principe Grand Tulum in Akumal. Your guide will meet you in the lobby and handle everything from there.
- Pickup right from the lobby of Bahia Principe Grand Tulum
- Air-conditioned transport to the dive sites
- All equipment provided — nothing to carry
- Small groups: maximum 4 divers per guide
- Return to your hotel after the experience
Free
Hotel Pickup
From Bahia Principe Grand Tulum
4:1
Max Ratio
Divers per guide
20
Years
Of experience
6
Languages
We speak
Cenotes Near Akumal
Top cenote recommendations for guests staying at Bahia Principe Grand Tulum. Each one is easily reachable with our free pickup service.
Open Water Certification Course at Bahia Principe Grand Tulum — FAQ
Why Choose Seth Dive Mexico?
Private & Small Group
No crowded boats or cattle-call tourism. Every tour is private or small group — just you, your group, and your guide.
Free Hotel Pickup
We pick you up right at Bahia Principe Grand Tulum and drop you back after. No car rental needed.
4.9-Star Reviews
Rated 4.9/5. 8,000+ happy customers. Travelers' Choice — 8 Years in a Row.
All Equipment Included
Professional-grade gear included with every tour. Just bring your swimsuit and a sense of adventure.
Multilingual Guides
We speak English, Spanish, French, Italian, and more. Communicate comfortably in your language.
All Levels Welcome
From first-time snorkelers to advanced divers, we have experiences tailored to every comfort level.
Ready for Open Water Certification Course?
Staying at Bahia Principe Grand Tulum in Akumal? We will pick you up, take you to the most incredible sites in Mexico, and have you back at your hotel with stories that last a lifetime.
Open Water from $325 · Advanced from $259 · All gear included · Free hotel pickup