Playacar · PADI Certified · Train in cenotes
Become a certified diver in paradise. From $325 per person. We offer private open water certification course tours with complimentary pickup right from The Reef Playacar.
The Reef Playacar is a beachfront all-inclusive resort within Playacar's well-maintained gated resort zone, offering Caribbean beach access, pools, and a straightforward all-inclusive experience for families and couples who want a secure, relaxed base in Playa del Carmen. The resort's position in Playacar Phase II means guests are just south of the city center and minutes from the highway north toward the cenote corridor. It's a practical starting point for guests who want to pair beach relaxation with an underground diving adventure.
Seth Dive picks you up at The Reef Playacar and drives approximately 20 minutes north to Crystalino, Chikin-Ha, and Chac Mool, or about 35–40 minutes south to Dos Ojos and The Pit near 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
Forget about renting a car or navigating unfamiliar roads. Our free hotel pickup service means we come directly to The Reef Playacar in Playacar. Your guide will meet you in the lobby and handle everything from there.
Free
Hotel Pickup
From The Reef Playacar
4:1
Max Ratio
Divers per guide
20
Years
Of experience
6
Languages
We speak
Top cenote recommendations for guests staying at The Reef Playacar. Each one is easily reachable with our free pickup service.
No crowded boats or cattle-call tourism. Every tour is private or small group — just you, your group, and your guide.
We pick you up right at The Reef Playacar and drop you back after. No car rental needed.
Rated 4.9/5. 8,000+ happy customers. Travelers' Choice — 8 Years in a Row.
Professional-grade gear included with every tour. Just bring your swimsuit and a sense of adventure.
We speak English, Spanish, French, Italian, and more. Communicate comfortably in your language.
From first-time snorkelers to advanced divers, we have experiences tailored to every comfort level.
Staying at The Reef Playacar 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