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RECREATIONAL COURSES

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Recreational courses refer to all PADI courses suitable for children aged 8 and above, which are non-professional or technical. Below is a detailed list of courses designed for those seeking enjoyment rather than a professional or career path in the scuba diving industry.

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Advanced Open Water Diver to PADI professional ratings

35 to 60 days - up to 14 courses
SAVE up to $ 1021
Starting at $ 2380

Open Water Diver to Divemaster and beyond

35 to 45 days - 5 courses.
SAVE up to $ 775
5 Courses Only $ 2830

Open Water Diver and 2 Specialties

3 days - 3 courses
SAVE $ 167
3 Courses Only $ 884
Learning Open Water skills in the swimming pool
PADI® Open Water Diver is the first scuba certification level. A highly-trained PADI Instructor will teach you how to scuba dive in a relaxed, supportive learning environment. By the end of the course, you'll have the skills and knowledge to dive at home or abroad and be an ambassador for the underwater world.
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$539

Experience Level

Recreational

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2 Days

In pool training session for discover scuba diving
Have you ever wondered what is beneath the waves or what it is like to breathe underwater but have limited time? Or maybe you wish to try diving before committing to a complete course? Discover Scuba Diving is perfect for you.
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$169

Experience Level

Recreational

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1/2 Day

Open water referral diver in training
A PADI referral allows you to complete most of your scuba training at home and finish your certification dives anywhere in the world. Avoid studying during your vacation, just enjoy diving where the weather is lovely, and the dives are incredible. In other words, here in Isla Mujeres!
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$343

Experience Level

Recreational

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2 Days

Deep Diver
When you dive below 18 metres/60 feet, there are special safety considerations. If you're ready to expand your boundaries, a PADI Instructor will help you gain the skills and confidence to explore to a maximum depth of 40 metres/130 feet.
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$522

Experience Level

Recreational

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2 to 4 days

Hammerhead sharks
When taking this course you'll learn more about sharks and you'll visit a special dive site for shark observation. You'll also support our conservation project in association with Saving Our Shark Foundation which aim to change fishermen to eco-tourism operator.
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$218

Experience Level

Recreational

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1/2 Day

PADI drift diver
Diving in a current can feel like flying underwater. In the PADI® Drift Diver course, you’ll learn drift diving tips from an experienced instructor and practice buoyancy control, navigation, use of surface signaling equipment and buddy communication.
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$342

Experience Level

Recreational

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1/2 Day

Wreck Diving
Whether purpose-sunk as an artificial reef, or lost as the result of an accident, wrecks are fascinating windows to the past. Ships, airplanes and even cars are fascinating to explore and usually teem with aquatic life. Each wreck dive offers a chance for discovery, potentially unlocking a mystery or spying something others have missed.
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$522

Experience Level

Recreational

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2 to 4 days

Coral reef
Everyone likes to scuba dive or snorkel in warm, clear water on a vibrant coral reef, yet many people know little about what they're seeing or the importance of reef ecosystems. Learn what corals are, how they reproduces, what they eat and what is putting them in danger and how you can help to protect them.
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$64

Experience Level

Recreational

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1/2 Day

Parrot fish
“What was that fish?” is a common question heard after a dive. If you want to be the scuba diver with the answers, instead of the one asking the questions, then take the Fish Identification Specialty course. You'll enjoy your dives even more when you recognize the creatures that you see and can identify the main fish families and their characteristics.
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$250

Experience Level

Recreational

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1/2 Day

Padi seal team
Have you ever been curious about diving with flashlights, taking digital photos underwater, or feeling weightless like an astronaut? In addition to learning fundamental scuba skills, specialized Aqua Missions are available, like wreck diving, navigation, buoyancy, environmental awareness, and more. The PADI Seal Team offers the opportunity to participate in exciting pool activities, make new friends, and experience the thrill of the underwater world.
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$345

Experience Level

Recreational

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2 to 3 Days

Modern Dance
Apply the skills you acquired during your Open Water Dive course to new and challenging diving environments. The PADI Advanced Open Water Diver program in Isla Mujeres is an excellent opportunity to explore breathtaking dive sites, learn new skills, and advance to the next level of scuba diving with the guidance of an experienced PADI instructor.
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$532

Experience Level

Recreational

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2 to 3 Days

ReActivate scuba diving courses
ReActivate® is an engaging, efficient way to refresh your dive knowledge and scuba skills. Move quickly through topics you know well and dive deeper into topics where your knowledge may have lapsed.
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$219

Experience Level

Recreational

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1/2 Day

Scuba Diver Skills in Open Water
Are you planning to stay in Isla Mujeres for only a few days but still want to experience scuba diving and gain a permanent certification? You can opt for the PADI Scuba Diver course, which takes less time to complete and is a subsection of the PADI Open Water Diver course.
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$424

Experience Level

Recreational

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1 Day

Enriched Air Nitrox
Enriched air, also known as nitrox or EANx, contains less nitrogen than regular air. Breathing less nitrogen means you can enjoy longer dives and shorter surface intervals. No wonder Enriched Air Diver is the most popular PADI® specialty.
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$227

Experience Level

Recreational

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1/2 Day

Dive Against Debris Divers collect survey data during dives to aid marine research and conservation efforts.
Become a citizen scientist and learn how to conduct an underwater survey and marine debris clean up to keep you favorite dive sites clean
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$273

Experience Level

Recreational

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1/2 Day

Dive photographer
You could spend hours learning underwater photography through trial and error, or you can take a shortcut. Learn professional tricks and tips for taking great photos underwater and the best way to capture video while scuba diving with a GoPro (or other action camera).
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$332

Experience Level

Recreational

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1/2 Day

It’s easy to get disoriented underwater if you don’t know how to use a compass or natural navigation clues. Learn how to easily find your way back to boat or shore without returning to the surface and avoid long, exhausting swims.
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$422

Experience Level

Recreational

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1 to 2 Days

Night dive
Proper training will make your first night dive more enjoyable. You’ll learn how to navigate in the dark, where the most interesting creatures hang out, and gain night diving tips from your instructor.
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$477

Experience Level

Recreational

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3 days

Coral reef diving
Take the PADI Underwater Naturalist Specialty course and you'll see new things, even on the most familiar scuba diving sites. Why? Because when know more about symbioses, underwater ecology, and aquatic plant and animal habitats, you notice behaviors and see creatures you may have previously missed. Learn more about the local ecosystem and take a closer look on your next scuba diving adventure.
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$312

Experience Level

Recreational

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1/2 Day

Child learning and playing in water
Bubblemaker is an enjoyable activity for children. It's perfect for kids aged eight and above who want to experience SCUBA diving, blow bubbles underwater, and swim in a shallow pool. Hosting a Bubblemaker event for a birthday celebration is a fantastic idea. It's a great way to create unforgettable memories with friends and family while teaching children in a fun environment where they can learn through play.
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$75

Experience Level

Recreational

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1/2 Day

Rescue dive scenario
The PADI Rescue Diver course teaches you how to prevent and manage problems in the water. You'll become a more confident diver and a better dive buddy. Our experienced instructors will guide you through the course in the beautiful waters of Isla Mujeres.
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$538

Experience Level

Recreational

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2 to 3 Days

Student practicing emergency first response skills
EFR Primary and Secondary Care teaches First aid and CPR which are excellent skills for anyone to know, especially for those involved in sports, regardless of age. You also need these skills for every course above and, including rescue. EFR is a PADI affiliate specializing in teaching these lifesaving skills, and they are not just for divers.
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$199

Experience Level

Recreational

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1 to 2 Days

Master scuba diver
Do you have a passion for diving? Are you eager to join the elite group of divers who have earned this rating through extensive training and experience? Look no further than Isla Mujeres. Not only can you experience all the island has to offer, but you can also train in some of the most transparent turquoise waters in the world.
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Inquire

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Recreational

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Variable

Divers deploying a lift bag
Finding items underwater is both challenging and rewarding. You need to know how to gather information, organize a search and choose an effective underwater search pattern. Your PADI Instructor will give you practice scenarios to build and hone your skills.
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$482

Experience Level

Recreational

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2 Days

Perfect buoyancy divers
Excellent buoyancy control is what defines skilled scuba divers. They glide effortlessly, use less air and ascend, descend or hover almost as if by thought. They more easily observe aquatic life without disturbing their surroundings. You can achieve this, too. The PADI Peak Performance Buoyancy Specialty course improves the buoyancy skills you learned as a new diver and elevates them to the next level.
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$307

Experience Level

Recreational

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1/2 Day

Use of emergency oxygen for dive accidents
Knowing how and when to administer emergency oxygen is a valuable skill to have in a dive emergency. PADI® Emergency Oxygen Provider prepares you to offer aid and teaches you to recognize scuba diving injuries and illnesses requiring emergency oxygen.
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$193

Experience Level

Recreational

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1/2 Day

Dive regulator maintenance
Avoid missing dives and learn how to manage basic gear repairs, fix equipment problems, and clean, maintain and protect your equipment.
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$134

Experience Level

Recreational

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1/2 Day

PADI Aware Ocean Conservation
Our mission to ‘Drive local action for global ocean conservation’ is carried out through citizen science, public policy, and community grants. For over 30 years, PADI and AWARE have built a truly unique voice for the protection of the underwater world. Together, we have set ambitious ocean conservation targets through a shared Blueprint for Ocean Action that provides the framework to tackle key threats to the ocean and create ocean change in our dive communities around the world.
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$68

Experience Level

Recreational

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1/2 Day

This is a subset of the PADI Advanced Diver Course The Adventure Diver course is about building confidence and expanding your scuba diving skills through different adventure dives. Under the supervision of your PADI instructor, you will try three adventure dives, taking those new skills and applying them in the fantastic and diverse environment the Isla Mujeres has to offer
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$397

Experience Level

Recreational

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1 to 2 Days

RECREATIONAL COURSES

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