Akumal Dive Shop

Akumal Dive Shop

Akumal Dive Shop
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Scuba & SnorkellingBoat ToursFishing Charters & Tours
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
About
The Original Akumal Dive Shop is a 5 Star PADI IDC center. The first dive shop on Mexico's Caribbean mainland. With over 30 years experience, we offer the best snorkeling tours to encounter free turtles, Morninga and sunset Sailing in a catamaran, recreational diving and from Discover Scuba Diving experience to advanced levels of instructor training in Akumal, Tulum at the Riviera Maya.
Akumal, Quintana Roo, Mexico
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Awards
Travellers' Choice
2024

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Aly
9 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2023 • Family
Our family of four (11 & 15 year old boys) visited twice in one day during our stay in Akumal. We did the turtle snorkel in the morning, and saw three large turtles, however, I would recommend going when they first open to get the best views. There was a lot of people when we started our tour at 10 AM and the water was pretty murky, and churned up by then. However, our guide Diego was amazing and it was just our family in his group. We signed up for the sunset sail with Diego that evening. He was such a great guide in the morning that we wanted him to be our guide for the evening sail. Diego, and the catamaran driver, Luis, were incredible hosts who made us feel so relaxed and welcome. They played Bob Marley, who I love! It was just magical! I was so happy, I cried tears of joy! The little lagoon that they took us to was beautiful! When we got out of the water, there was fresh fruit, freshly made guacamole and chips for us to snack on. There was also drinks for everyone, including beers, Coke, water, and tequila. We caught two fish on the way back after the lagoon - a barracuda, and king fish. They let our boys reel them in, which was so special! As a sailor, I will tell you that they put up the sail, but we were not sailing, we were still motoring. No matter! It was still an amazing experience! The sunset cruise was on point!
Written December 3, 2023
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Jessica T
39 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2022 • Family
This was my 3 time to Akumal in 10 yrs- best experience! Having taken a small boat out to the reef and then snorkeling back was a good way to minimize the crowds.
Our group was 5 people + our Guide.
We brought our own gear but now the only people allowed fins are the guides (for good reason)- but if you have your own gear, you can leave them at the room.
Also the boat is small and the ride very short: no need to bring towels or drinks or any other gear- leave it in your locker 😎
Was a smooth trip with ADS and would recommend
Written December 31, 2022
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Diane M
Manchester, UK100 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2024 • Family
We booked directly with ADS and travelled on the collectivo from our hotel a couple of miles along the coast. Much cheaper than the organised tours.
We went for the 0830 slot as we knew it would get busier as the day goes on.
Diego was our guide and he was attentive and informative and kept us safe. We saw turtles, rays and loads of fish, it was magical.
Written August 4, 2024
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bath34 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2023 • Couples
We were staying at the Secrets Akumal Hotel, and this was a short walk along the beach.
The staff were really helpful, advised when the best time to book a tour was (e.g to come back the next day, so didn't just sell us a ticket regardless), and the price was very reasonable, all equipment included.
They take you a couple of hundred metres out to sea by boat, and then you swim back to shore with a guide.
We were lucky as it was just us two and our very knowledgeable and helpful guide Monica.
We saw Snapper, Parrot fish, huge Starfish, Sting Rays and Turtles - lots of them.
Good advice was to keep high in the water, don't trail your legs, keep a respectful distance from the turtles and keep still when they surface to breathe. Listen to your guide; they have the wildlife's best interests at heart.
Written August 4, 2023
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Dan
North Carolina46 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2024 • Family
The Akumal Dive Shop offers diving and snorkeling tours. We chose to snorkel, which we highly recommend. If you go, try to book a tour early in the morning (the shop opens at 8:00) before crowds arrive. We booked an 8:30 snorkeling tour through the ADS website. If you visit this dive shop for a tour, you receive beach access, lockers, and bathrooms all day long. There are a few great places to eat or buy souvenirs just a 5 - 10 minute walk away. Parking is right in front of the dive shop (and is free!), after you pass the arch, but be careful, as many people will try to wave you over to park. Note that you are not allowed to wear sunscreen because it ia dangerous for the turtles.

The water is clear and there were many fish and turtles surrounding us. There was only one other person in our tour. After receiving a life vest, a mask, and a snorkel (flippers are not allowed, as they damage the seagrass), we boarded a boat which took us out about 500 meters. We snorkeled back to the shore gradually, stopping to see turtles every now and then. Our guide was very nice, and pointed out all of the turtles.
Written August 15, 2024
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Mark T
Ottawa, Canada39 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2025 • Family
Great location, right on the beach of playa akumal. I checked around the websites of the dice ships in the area and this one stood out in terms of price and customer satisfaction. I wasn't disappointed. The ship was extremely well-run and produced and every five was smooth, professional and fun. I won't go anywhere else in Akumal.
Written January 19, 2025
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Michael K
Grand Rapids, MI94 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2022
On our most recent trip to Mexico, I completed my certification dives with David from ADS. He was a great instructor who was extremely knowledgeable, patient and a genuine nice guy. Everyone else at the dive shop was very friendly and helpful as well. They rent snorkel and dive equipment, fill tanks and have guided dives also. All of their equipment seemed to be in great condition. Their facility had lockers for rent, toilets, showers and changing rooms. They also sell diving / snorkel equipment and some cool clothing. All of their products and services seemed to be very fairly priced. This is a beautiful area to dive in and the folks at ADS make it easy and affordable to enjoy.
Written March 8, 2022
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Kelliann A
Portland, OR20 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2021
My 16 yo son and I did the Robinson Crusoe cruise yesterday and it was an absolute delight! It turned out we were the only guests on the catamaran that day, so bonus! The lunch prepared by Chino was exceptional, and the helpful guidance by Santos was exemplary. Both hosts were wonderful!
Please note that we came across someone on the beach who "sold" us the sunset cruise a couple of nights prior. We ended up on a fishing vessel without life jackets because the sunset cruise was supposedly "sold out." When I mentioned this experience to the people at Akumal Dive Shop they noted that the only place to buy experiences through their organization is at Akumal Dive Shop. (So... we were bamboozled for the sunset cruise...)
I'm so glad we did the Robinson Crusoe cruise to get the real treatment from the kind team at Akumal Dive Shop.
Written July 7, 2021
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AnaLondon
London31 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2024 • Family
Booked a day before directly with Akumal Dive Shop through WhatsApp. Dana dealt with me and helped me to book a 45 minute turtle snorkel for 4 of us, 2 adults and 2 teens. All my questions quickly answered, a link for a small advance payment was sent to me and voila all booked. We took a cab on the day from our resort in Riviera Maya and reached Akumal soon. We paid the balance in their shop, got changed there (there is a changing room and lockers) and met our guide for the snorkel. Rebeka took us out on a small boat, only us, and we had the most delightful time seeing fish and many turtles. Great day, great guide Rebeka, bravo Akumal Dive shop.
Written November 6, 2024
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Chris N
2 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2024 • Couples
ADS is a wonderful outfit! We did 2 days with them. Our first was 2 sites with Antonio. He was tip-top! Additionally, they were very flexible. On the second day we were to dive, the ports were closed, so no boats were allowed to go out. We asked if we could do a Cenotes dive, and they jumped right on it. We dove the Cenotes at Dos Ochos. The dive master was great, and we thoroughly enjoyed the day.

We highly recommend this group! We wouldn't go to anyone else in the area.
Written September 27, 2024
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