Scuba Diving

The warm, crystal-clear waters of Banderas Bay and the Mexican Pacific are home to a vast array of sea life making Puerto Vallarta one of Mexico's top diving destinations. At our PADI 5 star IDC Dive Center, professional diving instructors combine their expertise with the utmost personal attention in scuba lessons for every level of PADI Certification. Whether you are a beginner or a certified diver, this is a fun, safe and exciting day you'll never forget.

The Only PADI Gold Palm / 5 Star Dive Center in Puerto Vallarta

Vallarta Adventures is proud to be the only PADI Gold Palm Instructor Development Center in Puerto Vallarta. From conducting PADI certification classes and teaching open water courses to running a dive operation or guiding dive trips around the world, Vallarta Adventures' PADI Professional certification programs will open the door to a lifetime of personal growth and exciting job opportunities. Start building a successful career as a dive professional by making your Reservations now!

Dive sites

Puerto Vallarta is one of Mexico's top dive destinations, explore some of the most popular dive sites and experience exhilarating scuba diving in Banderas Bay.

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Get Introduced

Learn to dive while vacationing in Puerto Vallarta or get advanced PADI certification with our highly qualified Divemasters.

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Get Certified

As a PADI Diver, you carry the most respected and sought after scuba credentials in the world. No matter where you choose to dive, your PADI certification card will be recognized and accepted.

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Taste the Fun and Adventure

Vallarta Adventures 5-star PADI dive center offers PADI specialty courses that will give you the knowledge and practice you need to expand your diving horizons.

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Become a PADI Pro

The PADI Gold Palm IDC Resort classification is awarded to dive operations that meet PIRA Gold Palm Resort standards of exceptional service, and offer PADI Instructor training, advanced certifications and continuing education courses.

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Scuba Packages

Our dive packages offer the most convenient and affordable way for certified divers to make the most out of their scuba diving vacation.

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