5 Star Reviews
Discover Xcalak
Come and immerse yourself in an aquatic paradise full of adventures. Dive with majestic manatees, giant tarpons and feel the thrill of swimming with sharks and much more.
We offer beginner and advanced diving courses, as well as exciting guided snorkel excursions.
Our certified dive instructors will give you a safe and fun experience, making sure you discover all the secrets hidden under the water.
Do not miss this unique opportunity to explore the depths of Xcalak and live unforgettable moments!
Courses
SSI INTERNATIONAL CERTIFICATIONS DIVING COURSES IN XCALAK
Learn with the diving courses in Xcalak the techniques and skills necessary to explore the most impressive coral reefs in the region, while you become a certified diver.
Guided Dives
COME MEET THE MANATEES
Come and immerse yourself in an aquatic paradise full of adventures. Dive with majestic manatees, giant tarpons and feel the thrill of swimming with sharks and much more.
Snorkeling
COME MEET THE MANATEES
Immerse yourself in crystal clear waters and explore the most pristine coral reefs in the region on our exciting snorkeling tour in Xcalak. Our expert guides will take you to the best snorkeling sites, where you can discover an underwater world full of vibrant colors and fascinating marine life.
Accommodations
Stay at Playa Sonrisa Resort , a Clothing Optional ParadiseΒ
We offer Complete Dive & Stay Packages. Here are just a few examples! Please reach out to us for more information.
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Recreational Dive Package (double occupancy - 2 divers) $1,397 USD
Includes, 4 Days/ 3 Nights accommodations at Playa Sonrisa, 2 Days of Diving (two tank dives each day), diving equipment, 3 meals a day, (airfare, tips, transportation, alcohol, massage and other excursions NOT included)
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Advanced Open Water Package (single occupancy - 1 diver) $1,197 USD
Includes, 4 Days/ 3 Nights accommodations at Playa Sonrisa, theory, digitial and in-person classes, 5 qualification dives, 3 meals a day, (airfare, tips, transportation, alcohol, massage and other excursions NOT included)
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Deluxe Xcalak Reef Package (double occupancy - 2 divers) $2,497 USD
Includes, 6 Days/ 5 Nights accommodations at Playa Sonrisa, 4 Days of Diving (two tank dives each day), diving equipment, 3 meals a day, (airfare, tips, transportation, alcohol, massage and other excursions NOT included)
Need more days? Want to take a different course? Need to try diving for the 1st time? We can work a custom package. These are just an idea of what our packages look like. Prices subject to change at anytime. Please ask about group rates for Dive Masters/Instructors. Based on the El Mar and La Jungla Room, upgrades available.Β
Happy Customers
We chose Xcalak and Rut to come diving and have our 13 year old daughter get her Open Water Diver certification. We did not regret it! Rut and John ensured the course went smoothly and that our 5 dives were diversified at the same time: we saw many manatees, rays, one nurse shark, moray eel, so many beautiful corals and fish, interesting rock formations with tunnels and overhangs. Rut knows the area very well, she cares for this magnificient reef, she was attentive to our desires, her equipment was new and we were the only group diving in the area...
My husband and I went snorkeling with Rut from Playa Sonrisa Dive Center. We seen Manatee's, Eagle Rays, giant Tarpins and beautiful coral formations. We loved how convenient it was. The boat picked us up right from the dock at the resort. The Playa Sonrisa resort and restaurant was absolutely gorgeous and the hosts were so accommodating. We cannot wait to go back.
Diving with Rut was a total pleasure, she's very capable and skilled which showed when my son's weight belt came loose and dropped off during a dive. She managed to stretch herself in two directions at once to catch the belt sinking below us, and also grab him as he rose towards the surface. This could have been dangerous if she hadn't acted so quickly. She is also passionate about the life that exists in the coral reef ecosystem and shares this beautifully. We saw La Poza and la Poza Rica, and although the manatees weren't there we still enjoyed...
Playa Sonrisa Dive Center allows us the possibility to mix two of our passions. It was an amazing and enjoyable experience. I cannot stop recommending nudist and no-nudist to try it. If I have to highlight anything it is the professionalism of Javi and Rut. We've really felt comfortable and respected so guys, don't hesitate that we are going to meet soon again.
I really loved. It was outstanding feeling the contact with such a nature and the mix of the sea and the jungle for diving. The best were the contact with manatees and the attention of Javi, the master dive. I will repeat it for sure
