Los Arcos Scuba Dive with a 5-Star PADI Center in Puerto Vallarta
Overview
Puerto Vallarta is considered to be one of Mexico's top dive destinations. This scuba diving experience gives beginners and certified divers the chance to explore some of the most popular dive sites in Banderas Bay and to experience some of the most exhilarating scuba diving on the Mexican Pacific.
What's Included
- Weights
- 2 Scuba Tanks
- A PADI certified divemaster
- Snacks & water
- Gratuities
- BCD, regulator, fins & mask
- Port fees (to be paid in cash at the port)
- Access fee
Meeting Location
Blvd. Francisco Medina Ascencio 30-
Zona Hotelera Nte., 48333 Puerto Vallarta, Jal., Mexico
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Dive with a PADI 5-Star Dive Center in Puerto Vallarta - because it’s one way to ensure you will always have fun and stay safe during your dives. When you scuba dive, it’s nice to know you’re working with people who have proven that they love diving and care for the underwater environment as much as you do! Join us and explore the jewels of the Pacific!
Los Arcos National Marine Park is where the Devil’s Canyon and El Bajo are located, there are a fascinating multitude of beautiful fish, lobsters, octopuses, rays and other different species.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- People who suffer from heart disease, back, spine or knee problems cannot participate in this activity
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- These 2 tanks Scuba diving options are allowed only for certified divers and the divers must hold a valid certification card at check-in to participate in our diving programs.
- At least one immersion in the 12 months prior to diving with Vallarta Adventures is required.
- This option is not suitable for cruise ship passengers due to time conflicts with our local schedule
- Diving within 24 hours of your flight home is not recommended.
- Non-certified divers must take a befinner course at our Center at least one-two days prior their scuba trip
- An Acknowledgment of Risk will need to be signed before participating in any of our dive programs
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
Q: How soon can I fly in an airplane after Scuba diving?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-2736DIVE_CERT
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Puerto Vallarta customers.
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Participants in the Los Arcos Scuba Dive with a 5-Star PADI Center in Puerto Vallarta cannot fly in an airplane within 24 hours of their dive.
The main concern with scuba diving and flying is decompression sickness (DCS). Your body needs adequate time during an ascent to off-gas excess nitrogen, or you can form bubbles in your bloodstream, possibly leading to DCS.
Jun 2024If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Weights.
- 2 Scuba Tanks.
- A PADI certified divemaster.
- Snacks & water.
- Gratuities.
- BCD, regulator, fins & mask.
- Port fees (to be paid in cash at the port).
- Access fee.
The minimum age to participate is 10. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Los Arcos Scuba Dive with a 5-Star PADI Center in Puerto Vallarta is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- People who suffer from heart disease, back, spine or knee problems cannot participate in this activity
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Los Arcos Scuba Dive with a 5-Star PADI Center in Puerto Vallarta will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Puerto Vallarta. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Weights
- 2 Scuba Tanks
- A PADI certified divemaster
- Snacks & water
- Gratuities
- BCD, regulator, fins & mask
- Port fees (to be paid in cash at the port)
- Access fee
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- People who suffer from heart disease, back, spine or knee problems cannot participate in this activity
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- These 2 tanks Scuba diving options are allowed only for certified divers and the divers must hold a valid certification card at check-in to participate in our diving programs.
- At least one immersion in the 12 months prior to diving with Vallarta Adventures is required.
- This option is not suitable for cruise ship passengers due to time conflicts with our local schedule
- Diving within 24 hours of your flight home is not recommended.
- Non-certified divers must take a befinner course at our Center at least one-two days prior their scuba trip
- An Acknowledgment of Risk will need to be signed before participating in any of our dive programs
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
