Discover Scuba Diving with Estigo Tours in Puerto Vallarta
Difficulty
easy
Duration
3–4 hours
Fitness Level
Participants should have moderate physical fitness, able to swim comfortably and follow instructions closely.
Overview
Step beneath Puerto Vallarta’s surface with Estigo Tours’ Discover Scuba Diving course, perfect for first-timers eager to meet the vibrant marine life of Los Arcos. Learn foundational scuba skills in a private pool before taking your first open-water breaths in a stunning tropical playground.
Discover Scuba Diving in Puerto Vallarta (PV)
Starting at $185 | Scuba Lessons + 1st Time Dive
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About This Adventure
Experience the thrill of diving with our Discover Scuba Diving course, perfect for beginners! Enjoy personalized instruction in a private pool before exploring "The Aquarium" at Los Arcos, teeming with vibrant marine life. Dive into adventure with all equipment provided, making it an unforgettable introduction to the underwater world.
Duration
4 Hours Diving 2.5 Hours Lesson
About
This Discover Scuba Diving course is designed so that anyone and everyone can experience diving; you don’t need to be certified. All you need to do is spend some time with us prior to our dive day in our private swimming pool, where you will read up on the basic rules of scuba diving followed by some time in the pool to get your hands dirty, or, more accurately, wet! You’ll learn the PADI Standard Skills for the Discover Program plus a whole lot more:
- How to clear the mask of water
- How to replace the regulator
- How to find and replace the regulator
- Equalizing Techniques
- Swimming
- And much more
The course is perfect for people wanting to try diving for the first time, being a very cost effective way to see if you enjoy being in the water with all the kit. Try it in the pool with no obligation to dive. If it’s to your liking, we can take you out the very next day to one of our shallow spots no more than 12m/40feet deep.
"The Aquarium" at Los Arcos. Aptly named, this is a perfect dive site for beginners and experienced divers alike, this dive site is packed with a wide variety of tropical fish and eels,
Swim throughs and unique underwater topography make this an interesting dive for everyone. We strongly recommend this dive for new divers, but also for certified divers who are getting back into their gear for the first time after a short break.
- Equipment: Join us on board a traditional modest sized panga (boat) pictured above on the left most photograph.
- Included: First time diver pool scuba instruction and all the equipment you need for diving, snack on dive site
What to Bring
Swimsuits, Towels, Sunscreen, Sunglasses, Mexican Pesos for: souvenirs, incidentals & gratuities.
Adventure Tips
Stay Hydrated Before and After Diving
Diving can be dehydrating; drink plenty of water throughout your adventure to avoid fatigue and cramps.
Arrive With Swimsuit Ready
Bring your swimsuit and a towel as pool instruction and sea dives happen back-to-back for a smooth transition.
Apply Reef-Safe Sunscreen
Protect your skin and the local marine ecosystem by using biodegradable, coral-friendly sunscreen before arrival.
Listen Closely During Briefings
Mastering basic skills like mask clearing and regulator recovery is critical for safety underwater—pay attention during instruction.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- colorful tropical fish like angelfish and butterflyfish
- eels weaving through the volcanic rock formations
History
Los Arcos de Mismaloya, the iconic rock formations, were originally part of volcanic activity millions of years ago and feature prominently in local folklore.
Conservation
Efforts to maintain the health of Banderas Bay include strict regulations on fishing and diving practices to protect coral reefs and marine biodiversity.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Swimsuit
Worn under wetsuits or alone for pool instruction and warm water dives.
summer specific
Towel
Needed for drying off between the pool lesson and boat trip.
Reef-Safe Sunscreen
Protects skin and sensitive marine environments from harmful chemicals.
summer specific
Sunglasses
Useful for sun protection on the boat before and after the dive.
summer|spring|fall specific