2 Days Class: SDI Open Water Diver Certification in Cancun
Overview
Take the next step becoming a certified diver and dive around the world with a valid license!
This course is designed to give you the necessary skills to conduct open water dives and the key to explore most dive destinations and discover the wonders of the underwater world!
SDI is a high reputed dive agency around the world with quality scuba training programs ruled by the World Recreational Scuba Training Council (RSTC).
IMPORTANT: - People with asthma, heart or brain problems, high blood pressure, lung lesions, organ transplant, diabetes, epilepsy, or any surgery less than 1 year, CAN NOT dive.
- Keep in mind you need to rest between 18 - 24 hours after diving before take an airplane.
- Consider for this activity you need to perform scuba skills in the water if you are not able to do it, you can not dive for safety reasons, there is not refund back for these reasons, as the service is provided
What's Included
- Full SCUBA equipment: BCD, regulator, mask, fins and wetsuit
- 4 tanks dives
- Material for study: E-Learning book
- Digital Open Water Diver license
- Tanks & weights
- Photos and videos (optional)
- Transportation from hotel
Meeting Location
Boulevard Kukulcan
Kukulcan Boulevard, Zona Hotelera, 77500 Cancún, Q.R., Mexico
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
2 days activity
We will contact you back to give you the codes to study all the E-Learning online and do the exam in advance, all the theory and exam is online, then you will come for pool training and dives
First day: From 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. you will do pool skill practice early in the morning, then you will do 2 dives, first dive at MUSA Underwater Museum and Second dive in a reef.
Second day: From 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. you will additional practice and do 2 more dives, after this you will get your certification.
IMPORTANT TO KNOW:
- People with asthma, heart or brain problems, high blood pressure, lung lesions, organ transplant, diabetes, epilepsy, or any surgery less than 1 year, CAN NOT dive.
- Keep in mind you need to rest 24 hours after diving before taking an airplane.
- Bring ID, towels, swimsuits and/or any other thing for your personal care that you think you are going to use.
- Sunscreen/sunblock are not allowed for coral protection.
- As the activity is from a boat, we suggest take anti-nausea pills, 1 or 2 hours before getting on the boat for best effects.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- People with asthma, heart or brain problems, high blood pressure, lung lesions, organ transplant, diabetes, epilepsy, or any surgery less than 1 year, CAN NOT dive.
- Keep in mind you need to rest 24 hours after diving before take an airplane
- For this activity people must know how to swim, also consider for this activity you need to perform scuba skills in the water if you are not able to do it, you can not dive for safety reasons, there is not refund back for these reasons, as the service is provided
- Sunscreen/sunblock are not allowed for coral protection
- As the activity is from a boat, we suggest take anti-nauseas pills, 1 or 2 hours before getting on the boat for best effects.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 4 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (10)
Q: How soon can I fly in an airplane after Scuba diving?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-72711P5
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Average 5.00 out of 5 stars based on 8 traveler reviews collected by City Sky Diving and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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Frequently Asked Questions (10)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Sky Diving customers.
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Participants in the Music Pass: Entry to 6 Museums, Trolley Tour, Ole Smoky Tasting cannot fly in an airplane within 24 hours of their dive.
The main concern with scuba diving and flying is decompression sickness (DCS). Your body needs adequate time during an ascent to off-gas excess nitrogen, or you can form bubbles in your bloodstream, possibly leading to DCS.
Jun 2024If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Full SCUBA equipment: BCD, regulator, mask, fins and wetsuit.
- 4 tanks dives.
- Material for study: E-Learning book.
- Digital Open Water Diver license.
- Tanks & weights.
- Photos and videos (optional).
- Transportation from hotel.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 10..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the 2 Days Class: SDI Open Water Diver Certification in Cancun is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- People with asthma, heart or brain problems, high blood pressure, lung lesions, organ transplant, diabetes, epilepsy, or any surgery less than 1 year, CAN NOT dive.
- Keep in mind you need to rest 24 hours after diving before take an airplane
- For this activity people must know how to swim, also consider for this activity you need to perform scuba skills in the water if you are not able to do it, you can not dive for safety reasons, there is not refund back for these reasons, as the service is provided
- Sunscreen/sunblock are not allowed for coral protection
- As the activity is from a boat, we suggest take anti-nauseas pills, 1 or 2 hours before getting on the boat for best effects.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Music Pass: Entry to 6 Museums, Trolley Tour, Ole Smoky Tasting will be included in your confirmation email from City Sky Diving. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Full SCUBA equipment: BCD, regulator, mask, fins and wetsuit
- 4 tanks dives
- Material for study: E-Learning book
- Digital Open Water Diver license
- Tanks & weights
- Photos and videos (optional)
- Transportation from hotel
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- People with asthma, heart or brain problems, high blood pressure, lung lesions, organ transplant, diabetes, epilepsy, or any surgery less than 1 year, CAN NOT dive.
- Keep in mind you need to rest 24 hours after diving before take an airplane
- For this activity people must know how to swim, also consider for this activity you need to perform scuba skills in the water if you are not able to do it, you can not dive for safety reasons, there is not refund back for these reasons, as the service is provided
- Sunscreen/sunblock are not allowed for coral protection
- As the activity is from a boat, we suggest take anti-nauseas pills, 1 or 2 hours before getting on the boat for best effects.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 4 travelers
