Diving in Cancun

[azmodan]

Can someone recommend good diving center in Cancun? I´ll be staying at Great Parnassus something in the area would be great. Thanks

[CancunCanuck]

I've heard good things about Manta Divers and Mayan Aqua Dive. I wouldn't pick a shop based on their location, definitely go with experienced, small operators. There are scuba boards that might give you more insight, but those are two suggestions to start investigating. Read reviews like crazy in order to get the best possible dive (safety first). I would recommend heading south a little to dive as well, the reefs closer to Puerto Morelos, Playa del Carmen, Akumal are a bit better than Cancun itself. If you dont' want to go that far, definitely check out Isla Mujeres.

[Redrum]

we have used 2 dive companies in Cancun - Scuba Caribe out of Riu Caribe (Alberto was our Dive Instructor for Advanced Certification Course) was very good. We were staying at the Riu Caribe so it was very convenient, but Scuba Caribe operates out of the Riu Cancun and the Riu Palace which are closer to your hotel. We booked ahead of time on the internet so it was a bit cheaper and had no problem with the bookings at all. They were efficient and helpful on the boats and we found that the diving right off of cancun from the hotel with the dolphins (???? can't remember the name) was really quite nice - strong currents - but a variety of life and terrain to see.

we used Scuba Cancun when we stayed at Temptation - it is across from where the Captain Hook Pirate Dinner Cruise goes out of - and the ferries to Isla Mujeres. Again - booked ahead of time on the internet - no problems with bookings - they were fun and courteous and we had no problems at all. The weather was not the best - but that is out of their control - they did their best.

Of the two I think that Scuba Caribe has the edge a bit - maybe because they operate out of the hotels and "babysit" a little more. Help carry gear, set up equipment (but never forget to check it yourself!!!!) and help you in and out of boat.

hope that helps!
have fune!

[azmodan]

Thanks a lot for your recommendations. I was thinking about Manta divers cause it looks like they´re the closest shop to Great Parnassus and read good reviews as well..