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Discover Scuba Diving in Mahahual

3 hCosta MayaSnorkelingWildlife & natureFits a typical call
Fits your day

Back at the ship by about 11:50 am, 4 h 40 min before all aboard. That keeps your 1 h safety margin with 3 h 40 min to spare.

Safety margin
7 am8 am9 am10 am11 am12 pm1 pm2 pm3 pm4 pm5 pm
8:20 am – 11:50 am
Ship in portGetting ashore (20 min)Safety margin (1 h)All aboard 4:30 pm
  1. 8:00 am
    Ship docks in Costa Maya20 min to get off the ship and through the terminal
  2. 8:20 am
    Leave the pierAbout 15 min to the start point
  3. 8:35 am
    Earliest tour startTour runs 3 h. Latest sensible start: 12:15 pm.
  4. 11:35 am
    Tour ends15 min back to the pier
  5. 11:50 am
    Back at the gangway4 h 40 min before all aboard
  6. 4:30 pm
    All aboardGangway closes; the ship won't wait for independent tours

Estimates based on the tour's longest published duration, our researched travel times and typical pier queues. Confirm the departure time on the booking page and keep your watch on ship's time.

About this tour

Bucaneros del Caribe has been operating in Mahahual for over 20 years, with small groups of up to 4 people per certified instructor. No prior experience needed we guide you step by step, from practicing in calm shallow water to your first guided reef dive in Costa Maya, perfect if you're arriving by cruise and want a memorable experience in just a few hours.

Private tour English, French, Spanish

What's included

  • Certified instructor accompaniment
  • Guidance before and after the experience
  • Guided dive on the Mahahual reef
  • Full scuba diving equipment
  • Safety briefing and instruction before the activity
  • Guided practice in shallow water

Not included

  • Transportation to the hotel or cruise port is not included
  • Food and drinks not included

Meeting point and getting there

Start point
Upon arrival at Mahahual Port, taxis are available to take you directly to the town center. We will meet at Bucaneros Dive Center del Caribe, in downtown Mahahual. The taxi from the port is not included. Please arrive 15 minutes early. We look forward to seeing you!
Upon arrival at Mahahual Port, taxis are available to take you directly to the town center. We will meet at Bucaneros Dive Center del Caribe, in downtown Mahahual. The taxi from the port is not included. Please arrive 15 minutes early. We look forward to seeing you!
From the cruise pier
About 15 min by taxi
Allow 20 min to get off the ship first. Taxi fares and pier details.
Returns
Back to the start point

Good to know

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. If the operator cancels for bad weather, you can rebook or get a full refund.
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • It is not recommended for travelers with severe asthma or uncontrolled high blood pressure
  • No recomendado para viajeros con epilepsia o claustrofobia severa

Operated by Bucaneros del caribe. Prices, availability and tour details come from the booking partner and can change; the booking page is authoritative.

from $100 per person
Fits a typical callCheck dates & book
3 h
Typical Costa Maya call: 8:00 am–4:30 pm
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmation
Mobile ticket
English, French, Spanish

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