The Reef Marina
The Reef Marina
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PADI Dive Resort located in Playa Del Carmen in Mexico Mayan Riviera, on the beach of the hotel All Inclusive “The Reef Playacar Resort & SPA”.The Reef Marina is a recreational and professional PADI dive center and school. Diving and snorkeling tours are available in Playa Del Carmen,the cenotes and Cozumel.
Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo, Mexico
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2023
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Nicolas P
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Aug 2023
Thnak you very much for all the team of The Reef Marina. I have spent very good time with you. The diversity of dives between the Caribean sea (Cozumel and Playa del Carmen) and the Cenotes. It's was wonderfull.. Thank you once again!!
Written 10 August 2023
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Thank you very much Nicolas for your words!
We are glad it was a good experience and that both you and Nathan enjoyed your dives!
We hope you can come back soon!
Written 20 August 2023
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Evan C
3 contributions
Aug 2023 • Friends
My friend and I did the 10-dive package with Reef Marina, and can’t recommend them enough. The diving was beautiful and the staff were great - Gaby was really fun to dive with, is very skilled, and had a great eye. Tomas gave us an unforgettable cenotes experience, Nicolas showed us all the good spots in Cozumel, and Lucio took us through the Mama Viña wreck, all while Matthias took care of all the logistics for us behind the desk. Great, affordable choice for diving in Playa!!
Written 9 August 2023
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Thank you very much Evan for your words and for trusting us!
We are glad you had a great time and enjoyed your dives!
We look forward to seeing you next time!!
Written 20 August 2023
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Jonathan W
Naples, United States10 contributions
Jul 2023 • Family
INCREDIBLE, FLAWLESS, WHAT AN EXPERIENCE.
My wife, I and our three kids went to playa to chill and enjoy the wildlife. We looked around for some decent snorkles and equipment at a few dive shops and weren't given any time. UNTIL, we started walking back to the hotel and stumbled upon 'the reef dive shop.' where we met Stephan. What a gent and an incredible and hospitable person. We spent about an hour with him not only looking at equipment, but my wife and two girls (11) ended up getting certified while my son (8) did a discovery dive and he and I went off to snorkel with the whale sharks. All set up by Stephan within his company.
Stephan T'd us up with Gabi (also has a twin brother working there). GABI!!!, what an amazing and humble human being. Our entire family fell in love with him. My wife who was scared and not wanting to scuba, got certified!!! Something I never expected...hands down because of Gabi. His patience, compassion, passion, and understanding were astounding. The kids instantly gravitated towards him, as did I and my Wife. He has dived and taught diving all over the world with his brother. My wife and I will be taking a trip back to Playa to dive Cozumel with Gabi in the near future. This company is incredible. The communication, genuine care, and assistance from all the players within is simply flawless. Thank you Stephan, Gabi, and the entire team. Much Love.
My wife, I and our three kids went to playa to chill and enjoy the wildlife. We looked around for some decent snorkles and equipment at a few dive shops and weren't given any time. UNTIL, we started walking back to the hotel and stumbled upon 'the reef dive shop.' where we met Stephan. What a gent and an incredible and hospitable person. We spent about an hour with him not only looking at equipment, but my wife and two girls (11) ended up getting certified while my son (8) did a discovery dive and he and I went off to snorkel with the whale sharks. All set up by Stephan within his company.
Stephan T'd us up with Gabi (also has a twin brother working there). GABI!!!, what an amazing and humble human being. Our entire family fell in love with him. My wife who was scared and not wanting to scuba, got certified!!! Something I never expected...hands down because of Gabi. His patience, compassion, passion, and understanding were astounding. The kids instantly gravitated towards him, as did I and my Wife. He has dived and taught diving all over the world with his brother. My wife and I will be taking a trip back to Playa to dive Cozumel with Gabi in the near future. This company is incredible. The communication, genuine care, and assistance from all the players within is simply flawless. Thank you Stephan, Gabi, and the entire team. Much Love.
Written 2 August 2023
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Thank you very much Jonathan!
What a wonderful experience it was to see you as a family enjoying the water and also advancing in your certifications. We are so happy for the step you took!
Thank you for trusting us!
We look forward to more water adventures for you and hope you will come back to visit us again!
All the best!
Written 20 August 2023
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Evert P
1 contribution
Jul 2023 • Solo
Thank you for the great experience! I had an amazing trip supported by an amazing crew. Did the three day "Mexican" diving package and it was all excellent arranged. No worries, just diving! Also the Whale shark safari was a never forget experience. Thank you team and new friends!
Written 2 August 2023
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Thank you very much Evert!
How wonderful that it was a good experience!
We thank you for your confidence and we hope you can come back!
Written 20 August 2023
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A O
2 contributions
Jul 2023 • Solo
The Reef Marina team is so caring and accommodating. I signed up to do my Rescue Diver certification and ended up also doing a cenote dive with them. On my first day before I arrived I was having body pain issues and the team adjusted my schedule so I could be comfortable, which was so kind of them. They were also flexible with when I needed to take my exam, which was of great help as I was also working remotely so completing the readings and quizzes was a little difficult. To that point, I would recommend anyone--regardless of whether you work remotely or not--get the learning out of the way online so you can just focus on the practical components.
Also, cenote diving is now the coolest thing I've ever done. I will need to practice my buoyancy in fresh water more, but I was still able to have fun and feel safe.
And lastly, since I was by myself the team arranged to pick me up and drop me off at my hotel each day which was again, really nice.
I would definitely come back to continue my certifications or dive cenotes again!
Also, cenote diving is now the coolest thing I've ever done. I will need to practice my buoyancy in fresh water more, but I was still able to have fun and feel safe.
And lastly, since I was by myself the team arranged to pick me up and drop me off at my hotel each day which was again, really nice.
I would definitely come back to continue my certifications or dive cenotes again!
Written 29 July 2023
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Thank you very much Ayo for your visit and comment!
Congratulations for your Rescue course, we know you had to face some inconveniences and still you finished it excellently. Congratulations!
A hug and we hope you come back soon!!!
Written 20 August 2023
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Dekel A
5 contributions
Jul 2023 • Couples
Great service,Thanks to Stephen (Owner)exceptional dive guides .Tomas and Ezequile .I will be back. Thanks
Written 17 July 2023
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Thank you very much Dekel for your comment!
It's great that you enjoyed the dives and that it was a good experience your stay at our center.
We will be waiting for you for a next visit :)
All the best
Written 28 July 2023
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Nissim B
Miami Beach, FL6 contributions
Jul 2023 • Friends
Thank you to this incredible dive center. My friend and I came from Miami and did 3 days 6 Cenotes diving and one day 2 dives in Cozumel. From the planning stages with Stephan ,diving in the cenotes with Thomas and Cozumel with Ezequiel everything was just excellent. Truly 5 star service. The way they care about you and your comfort is exceptional. We ate professional divers and dive a lot around the world and I can easily say Stephan and his team are one of the best. Strongly recommend. Thank you guys!
Written 17 July 2023
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Thank you very much Nissim for your kind words!
We are very glad you enjoyed it and coming from such an experienced diver we are really flattered by your words about the organization and the dives!
We hope you can come back soon to Playa and don't hesitate to come and visit us!
Best regards
Written 28 July 2023
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Navigate61471286239
1 contribution
Jul 2023 • Family
Absolutely amazing trip - water was pristine, ambient colours everywhere, beautiful marine life and great scenery altogether.
Dive buddies and instructors made the entire dive-trip unforgettable, never failing to help us get the most out it.
I would highly recommend this dive company due to their vast knowledge of the reefs in cancun and their amazing crew! Will definitely come back again next time I find myself in the Americas.
Thank you guys!
Dive buddies and instructors made the entire dive-trip unforgettable, never failing to help us get the most out it.
I would highly recommend this dive company due to their vast knowledge of the reefs in cancun and their amazing crew! Will definitely come back again next time I find myself in the Americas.
Thank you guys!
Written 8 July 2023
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Thank you very much Ryan !!!
We are excited that you had a good experience !
Thank you very much for your good energy!
We hope you can come back
Written 19 July 2023
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Michael H
Corvallis, OR40 contributions
Jul 2023 • Family
The whole team at Reef Marina are amazing. Our diving was perfect and help with excursions for the family gave us wonderful experiences. Thanks for making our vacation fun while keeping it relaxed.
Written 4 July 2023
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Thank you very much Michael for your comment and the confidence!
We are glad you had a good experience and that the diving added to the calm and relaxation of your vacation!
See you next time :)
Written 19 July 2023
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Kelly V
1 contribution
Jun 2023 • Solo
My first dive trip after being certified was with the Reef Marina. Matthias and everyone there were so amazing! They helped me with everything and made me feel very at ease. The instructors I dove with were incredibly knowledgeable and I had so much fun with each of them. I highly recommend this dive shop and can’t wait to go back!
Written 23 June 2023
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Thank you so much Kelly for your comment!
It was a pleasure for us that you came to dive here, we loved your energy.
we hope you will be back here soon!
Best regards
Written 30 June 2023
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marpass76
Santiago, Chile132 contributions
Hay buceo con escafandra ? Estamos en Playa del Carmen
Tjspain
40 contributions
What is the cost for the whale shark day? I cant fi d it on their website.
Thereefmarina_team
9 contributions
The cost is 185 usd
Najar13
Merida, Mexico3 contributions
Buenas tardes, quisiera bucear el próximo domingo 15.
Estoy certificado en Open Water por SNSI.
¿Podrías enviarme opciones y precios?
Gracias.
Guillermo Najar
Nano_nano_1
Paris, France136 contributions
Bonjour,
Je serai au Mexique fin septembre / début octobre et souhaiterais faire une semaine de plongée intensive. Ces mois là sont-ils vraiment risqués côté météo (on lit un peu tout et son contraire...)? Dans le cas d’un forfait, y a-t-il une certaine flexibilité horaire sur les plongées pour attendre le beau temps?
Merci par avance, et au plaisir!
Anna
Thereefmarina_team
9 contributions
Bonjour Anna,
En septembre / octobre, il se peut qu il pleuve. En effet la saison de pluie commence en juin pour terminer en novembre. .....mais il y a aussi beaucoup de soleil.
En tout cas, au niveau plongée, tu peux choisir et modifier ton programme comme tu le souhaite. Le mieux étant de se planifier les plongée une semaine avant ton arrivée.
En générale, les prévisions sont correctes.
Je reste à ta disposition
A bientôt
Stéphan
dannat007
Rawdon, Canada5 contributions
Bonjour à vous, je vais au xcaret hôtel du 22/02/2018 au 1/03/2018 et aimerait bien retourner Plonger avec votre merveilleuse équipe au moins une journée, savez-vous si le collectivo peut me transporter entre les deux hôtel et si oui devez combien il charge?
De plus à quel heure le bateau part le matin et l’après midi?
combien de temps à l’avance il faut réserver?
Mon fils a 14 ans et j’aimerais bien lui faire expérimenter un discover, à combien de profond vous allez pour vos discover?
Merci et au plaisir de revoir votre équipe
Thereefmarina_team
9 contributions
Bonjour Dan!
Oui vous pouvez prendre le colectivo (il faudra sortir sur la carretera), je pense que ce ne sera pas plus de 50 pesos.
Cependant nous pouvons vous organiser un transport qui viendrait vous chercher. Qu'en pensez-vous?
Le matin nous donnons RDV à 8h pour les plongées du matin. Si c'est pour un DSD (Discover Scuba Diving) le RDV est à 8h30AM au shop. Il verra une video le matin pendant 30 min, ensuite direction la piscine pour faire quelques exercices avec l'instructeur. Puis pause dejeuner et farniente sur la plage. A 1h15PM RDV au shop pour aller faire les 2 plongées en mer à une profondeur de 10m.
Plus tot vous reservez, mieux c'est ;) Mais 48h à l'avance suffit aussi.
Vous voudrirez plonger quand avec nous?
Tres bonne journee
nathgriggio
Malleray, Switzerland8 contributions
Bonjour Brahim, j'espère que tu vas bien et que tu as bien repris le rythme ! si tu penses à l'occasion de m'envoyer les photos et le film que tu avais fait de mon fils Luca, 10 ans ça serait sympa. Merci déjà ! bien cordialement
Nathalie
Thereefmarina_team
9 contributions
Nathalie,
Je viens de faire passer le message!
Tiens nous au courant.
Hegsfred
Dorset, UK57 contributions
Hi.
My husband & I have recently qualified as PADI open water scuba divers whilst we were on vacation in Turks & Caicos in April 2017, & we are coming to Playa del Carmen for a week from 11th -18th June & we would love to get a couple of dives in Cozumel as we've been told by several other divers that it's amazing.
Could you just answer a couple of questions for me please?
1) What is the ratio of instructors to divers ?
2) What is the price of hiring the diving gear?
Many thanks in advance for your help.
Regards
Kerry
Thereefmarina_team
9 contributions
Hi Kerry,
Thank you for your email. Indeed, Cozumel is a great diving site! Every diver should experience it. Check our website @thereefmarina, we have great diving packages, the Mexico package for instance, you get 2 dives in Playa + 2 in Cozumel + 2 dives in Cenotes ;)
To answer your questions:
1/ the ratio is one instructeur for 4 or 5 divers here in Playa or Cozumel. Regarding the Cenotes, it's one instructor for maximum 4 divers.
2/ the diving gear is 15usd/ day (with fins, mask, BCD, regulator & wetsuit). Maximum is 50usd/ stay.
Glad I could help.
Best regards,
Léa
Poisson S
3 contributions
Bonjour, j'ai vu que vous avez publié en mai,
A quelle date avez vous pu voir le requin baleine?
Merci pour votre publication
Thereefmarina_team
9 contributions
Bonjour,
Les requins baleines sont présent dans la région de fin mai à mi septembre. Si vous venez pendant cette période il sera possible de nager avec eux.
A bientôt
Stéphan
Cyrille S
3 contributions
Bonjour,
Je m'appel Alexandre 18ans et serai à playa del Carmen fin juillet début août à l'hôtel Riu tequila.
J'ai le niveau 1 FFESSM + 9 plongée 20m exploration + nitrox (niveau 2 fi août (UCPA)
Puis-je me joindre à vous pour des plongées et à quelles conditions?
Êtes vous situé loin de mon hôtel?
Merci par avance pour vos réponses pour me permettre de préparer mon séjour avec vous, je l'espère.
Merci