Scuba Diving in Cozumel?

[SSprouse 3]

Has anyone used a RC or local tour provider to scuba dive in Cozumel? My husband and I are both certified divers and I see there is one option through RC but wondered if anyone had any other suggestions? 

[bobroo 451]

The dive operator for RCL in Cozumel is Sand Dollar Sports.

There are over 120 some dive operations on Cozumel. So, there are a lot of choices. Knowing your expected arrival time and spending time online with Google maps and looking at reviews; porting in San Miguel is an excellent learning lesson in how to chose an outside dive provider when on a cruise. Start a spreadsheet.

Personally? I use Cozumel Marine World for a whole bunch of good reasons. I can walk there from the port. I can eat at Ernesto's Tortilla Factory for lunch. And no matter what time the ship actually arrives or an unanticipated worst case scenario; I can rent an aluminum 80 and shore dive solo right off their dock. No questions asked.

FYI: I just returned from a week of diving in Coz, don't let the reef closures worry you. There is plenty of great diving in other areas, your boat ride is just a little longer. 

[SSprouse 3]

Thank you!! I am just starting to research this as we didn't think we would be able to dive this trip. I do think we would be more comfortable with a boat dive and a guide as we don't dive that often so I like to feel like help is nearby. 

 

[teddy 550]

@bobroo  Would you recommend Cozumel Marine World for a new PADI Open Water certified diver?

Thanks.  

[bobroo 451]

I would, they do a good job there. But as a new diver whose C card is just as fresh as your Seapass, don't eliminate the ships excursion from being a great experience and finding some other passengers who are <surprise> exactly at the same level your are. And, the task loading of the ships excursion is like, 0.

[teddy 550]

@bobroo  Thanks!!!