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Scuba Diving Courses Near Riu Palace Mexico
Become a certified diver in paradise. From $325 per person. We offer private open water certification course tours with complimentary pickup right from Riu Palace Mexico.
Diving from Riu Palace Mexico
Riu Palace Mexico is an elegant beachfront all-inclusive resort in Playacar, designed in the style of a traditional Mexican hacienda and situated about 3 km from central Playa del Carmen on a beautiful stretch of Caribbean beach. It attracts couples and guests seeking a refined atmosphere with two freshwater pools, a wellness center, and refined Mexican architecture set against lush resort grounds. The Playacar location provides easy highway access to the cenote corridor north of Playa del Carmen.
Nearest Cenotes
Seth Dive picks you up at Riu Palace Mexico and drives approximately 20–25 minutes north to Crystalino, Chikin-Ha, and Chac Mool, or about 35–40 minutes south to Dos Ojos and The Pit near Tulum.
Open Water Certification Course From Riu Palace Mexico
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 Riu Palace Mexico
Forget about renting a car or navigating unfamiliar roads. Our free hotel pickup service means we come directly to Riu Palace Mexico in Playacar. Your guide will meet you in the lobby and handle everything from there.
- Pickup right from the lobby of Riu Palace Mexico
- 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 Riu Palace Mexico
4:1
Max Ratio
Divers per guide
20
Years
Of experience
6
Languages
We speak
Cenotes Near Playacar
Top cenote recommendations for guests staying at Riu Palace Mexico. Each one is easily reachable with our free pickup service.
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 Riu Palace Mexico 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 Riu Palace Mexico in Playacar? 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