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Scuba Diving Experience: Underwater Exploration at Las Caletas, Puerto Vallarta
4.4
33 Ratings
Puerto Vallarta
Have you ever envisioned witnessing the wonders of marine life? Are you interested in the chance to discover the mesmerizing array of marine reefs, geological structures, and vibrant aquatic life at Las Caletas? Grasp the basics of scuba diving quickly and safely on this immersive experience while holidaying in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico.
Have you ever envisioned witnessing the wonders of marine life? Are you interested in the chance to discover the mesmerizing array of marine reefs, geological structures, and vibrant aquatic life at Las Caletas? Grasp the basics of scuba diving quickly and safely on this immersive experience while holidaying in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico.
Duration:
7 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
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Las Caletas, Cabo Corrientes - Learn to dive into one of the top destinations in the world with a 5-star PADI center. Start your day with a fun and comprehensible introduction to the world of scuba diving with a highly qualified PADI certified Dive Instructor.
Enjoy a 50-minute scenic boat ride to a secluded beach paradise in the south of Puerto…
- Las Caletas, Cabo Corrientes - Learn to dive into one of the top destinations in the world with a 5-star PADI center. Start your day with a fun and comprehensible introduction to the world of scuba diving with a highly qualified PADI certified Dive Instructor.
Enjoy a 50-minute scenic boat ride to a secluded beach paradise in the south of Puerto Vallarta, known as Las Caletas. Once there, continue with an introductory dive at the beautiful, protected coves of Las Caletas. Beginners can explore the treasures of Banderas Bay with the oversight and safety of our expert dive instructors.
This all-inclusive experience is perfect for first-time divers or anyone that has dived before but has still not completed a full certification program.
What's Included
- BCD
- Weights
- Lunch
- Wetsuit
- A PADI certified divemaster
- Regulator
- 1-tank dive
- BCD
- Weights
- Lunch
- Wetsuit
- A PADI certified divemaster
- Regulator
- 1-tank dive
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Port fee
- Gratuities
- Port fee
Additional Information
- Not recommended for child aged 10 years and under
- Based on PADI’s flying after diving recommendations, beginner divers shouldn’t fly within 12 hours after a dive.
- An Acknowledgement of Risk will need to be signed before participating in any of our learn to dive programs.
- This option is not suitable for cruise ship passengers due to time conflicts…
- Not recommended for child aged 10 years and under
- Based on PADI’s flying after diving recommendations, beginner divers shouldn’t fly within 12 hours after a dive.
- An Acknowledgement of Risk will need to be signed before participating in any of our learn to dive programs.
- This option is not suitable for cruise ship passengers due to time conflicts with our local schedule
- Please be advised that Mexico’s Federal Maritime Ports operate a strict No-Drug Policy, including electronic cigarettes, vapers, and all kinds of drugs. Please be advised not to bring them to any of our tours. We cannot offer a refund or change of day for any guest to whom Federal Security has denied access.
- Guests with respiratory, cardiovascular, or ear problems are restricted.
- Good mental and physical conditions are required.
- Guests under the influence of alcohol or drugs are not allowed.
Location
Vallarta Adventures | Terminal Marítima
Boulevard Francisco Medina Ascencio
Please contact Vallarta Adventures if you have any questions regarding meeting details and check in instructions.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.4
(33 Ratings)
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Jb_k
Jan 16, 2026
Very well taken care of!! - To start off my husband and I went to the wrong location and got there late. Despite of that, they took such good care of us and still got us to the right place. Nicco ensured us many times and checked in with us to make sure we got to the right place. We were both very appreciative of that. Once we got there, it was a very quick and thorough lessen. They are very knowledgeable and gave great instructions. This was both our first time ever scuba diving and it was such a good experience. You got about an hour dive and got to see lots of fish and other things. Really great for a first time experience. Then once we were done it was nice to celebrate with Pina coladas on the island. Thanks so much Nicco for checking an item off my husband's bucket list.
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207jonathonp
Dec 1, 2025
Great experience with the beginner lessons with Gustavo at the Grand Velas - We went through the beginner lessons with Gustavo at the Grand Velas - he was absolutely amazing! We had adults and kids in the lesson and he was funny and engaging - it's not easy to keep the young ones interested. Most importantly, he was patient and worked with our son who was having trouble with some of the skills - Gustavo knew exactly when to step back and when to push our son - he's really an amazing instructor. Our son felt very comfortable with Gustavo - highly recommended if you're staying there.
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Alexandria_h
Jun 14, 2025
Wonderful experience - My husband and I had such a great time at the very beginning. He was a little bit anxious, but our instructor, a great job of teaching him and he ended up having a wonderful time and wants to do it again.
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Michael_b
Jan 27, 2025
Great adventure (first time scuba) - Totally awesome, everyone from the boat to the island was fantastic. We saw dolphins from the boat and rays along with a ton of other fish under the water. I can not wait to go back and do it again.
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Paul_c
Sep 4, 2024
Awesome scuba - One of the best scuba dives we have had. Turtles. Fish. And so much more. Great guides and water visibility
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P1003vpjessicai
Apr 12, 2024
Dive class plus! - This excursion exceeded expectations. We had dove before, but didn't have a certification, so we took this one as it did the class and a dive at once. After the dive, we had a lovely lunch beachside and had time for a cooking class, a few cocktails, and relaxing on the beach. The flamingos were beautiful. The open bar and the show on the return boat was a welcome treat.
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Robert_l
Jan 17, 2024
Rafael was a bit short... - Rafael was a bit short with us, and lacked patience. The trip was fun, but would recommend something other than Scuba.
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Sunnyskiesaz
Jun 13, 2024
Scuba is NOT the focus of this excursion - From reading the description, I thought this was a 7 hour intro to scuba adventure. The truth is it's mostly a long tourist boat ride to Las Caletas for a short 10 minute instruction and a 40 minute dive.
For a novice like myself it was very intimidating to have a brief instruction, strap on a heavy tank, mask, fins, and get in the ocean without being able to touch ground hoping to remember the brief instruction.
If you're new to Vallarta and haven't been to the beach and are interested in taking advantage of all the activities offered as well as a brief dive then you may find this enjoyable.
Just be aware that scuba is absolutely not the focus of this
"adventure" and certainly not worth the extra cost over what other people paid to come and enjoy all the same beach activities for much less.
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Angela_c
Apr 15, 2025
Dont do it !! - The water was so murky you couldn't see ,Jellyfish everywhere. It's a joke ,dont spend your money to go on this. We were doing introductory scuba .Go somewhere else.
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Voyager06798083549
May 12, 2024
Bad day in the water. - I am a certified diver. We did this dive for my girlfriend who has never dove. I was very disappointed with the whole experience. I have taken friends to a discover dive service in Cozumel and had a great experience. First of all the add is misleading. There was no instruction. As stated by a previous review we got a couple of minutes instruction before we were sent into the water. The "instructor" spent another 30 seconds with each person, we only had 4 of us. When my girlfriend had trouble going under I tried to help her and was told not to. I saw another diver come over to our group. I assumed he was there to help. He was not. My girlfriend was sent back to the dock. I continued with the dive thinking she would catch up. Myself and the other 2 divers spent most of the time under water being dragged around on a rope. We kept bumping into each other. Not at all worth the 380 dollars spent.
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