2 Tank Scuba Dive Cozumel: Small-Group Reef Exploration

Drift past coral walls where turtles and eagle rays patrol the current.

A 2-tank scuba dive in Cozumel for certified divers, departing in the morning with a professional guide, full equipment, and lunch included. You'll explore two of the island's top reefs on a small boat with shade and snacks between dives, tailored to your skill level. The guide speaks English, Spanish, Portuguese or French. Children from age 10 are welcome.

The experience

Cozumel's reefs rank among the world's best dive sites, and this trip takes you to two of them in a single morning. You'll board a spacious boat at Marina Fonatur and head out to sites chosen for the day's conditions and your group's interests. The dive itself is a drift dive. You move with the current past vibrant coral formations, colorful sponges, and schools of tropical fish. Turtles, eagle rays, and the Splendid Toadfish (found only in Cozumel waters) are regular sightings. Your guide stays with the group throughout, keeping safety tight while letting you explore at your own pace.

Between the two dives, you'll surface and return to the boat for a proper break. The boat has plenty of shade, fresh fruit, snacks, and drinks, so you can rest and swap stories with the other divers without rushing back down. This is where the small-group format shows itself: no crowded deck, no hurried turnaround. You'll have time to decompress, eat, and talk through what you saw before gearing up for the second dive.

The second dive often takes you to a different reef or a deeper section of the first site, depending on conditions and what your guide thinks will work best for the group. Because the groups stay small, your guide can adjust the dive plan on the fly: shallower if someone wants to conserve air, deeper if everyone's comfortable, longer bottom times because there's no schedule pressure. All scuba equipment is included, so you bring only your certification card and your comfort in the water.

What’s included

• Use of all scuba equipment (tank, regulator, BCD, wetsuit if needed).
• professional dive guide in your choice of English, Spanish, Portuguese or French.
• two dives at Cozumel reefs.
• lunch with fresh fruit, snacks and drinks on the boat.
• 4 hours total on the water with a small group.

Information

Lasts 4h, runs every day at 09:00, from US$ 160 per person, with a live guide in English, Spanish, French and Portuguese, in groups of up to 12 and with free cancellation up to 24 h before.

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 09:00Another time? ›

GroupUp to 124 private ›

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French and PortugueseOther languages ›

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

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AgesAdult (16 to 85 years) · Youth (10 to 15 years) · Under 10: can't be booked

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problems

Operated by Blue Note Scuba Diving Cozumel

Is this one for you?Small groups mean your guide can adjust the dive plan and bottom times to match your comfort and interests, so you're not following a rigid schedule or waiting for slower divers to catch up. Book this if you want the flexibility to explore at your own pace without the crowd.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French and Portuguese.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (10 to 15 years). Children under 10 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What's the difference between the reefs you dive on this trip?

Cozumel has shallow coral gardens and dramatic walls. Your guide picks two sites based on the day's conditions, your group's skill level, and what marine life is active. One dive might be a wall drop-off, the other a gentler slope through coral formations.

Do I need to arrange my own way to the boat?

The trip departs from Marina Fonatur, and you'll need to arrange your own transportation there. Public transportation options are available nearby, or you can arrange a taxi or rental car.

What happens if I'm certified but haven't dived in a while?

Your guide tailors the dive profile to your skill level and interests, so let them know before you board. Shallower sites, longer surface intervals, and a slower pace are all adjustable on the day.

Is the Cozumel Marine Park entry included?

Marine Park entry is available as an add-on at checkout and is cash only. Your guide can advise whether it's necessary for the sites you're diving that day.

What's included in the lunch between dives?

Fresh fruit, snacks, and drinks are provided on the boat between your two dives. You'll have time to eat and rest before gearing up for the second dive.