Barefoot Dive Center
A PADI 5-Star center capping instructor-led groups at 5 divers and building fully custom multi-day itineraries that mix Cozumel reef diving with Yucatan cenote excursions.
4.9 ★ Google (2504)Verified Aug 2026
Levels: Beginner-friendly · Min cert: Open Water / None
From
USD 59/dive
All-in · USD 354 total
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3 photos from Google MapsPrices & products from Barefoot Dive Center
What's assumed by default: Full gear rental is a separate 150-800 MXN per item, or 500-600 MXN/day for a full set. The operator prices in MXN only; any USD figure shown is a currency conversion, not the operator's own listed price. Individual products below only note where they differ from this.
6 products
Courses
- Illustrative photoCoursePADIBeginner-friendlyPADI Open Water Diver Course
A 3-day PADI Open Water certification course with beach and boat dives on Cozumel's reef, gear, lunch, and DAN insurance included, capped at 5 divers per instructor.
Packages
- Beginner-friendlyPhoto: Dylan H, via Google · Google Places (user-contributed photo, displayed with attribution) · sourcePackage4-Day / 8-Dive Reef & Cenote Package
A fixed 4-day / 8-dive package combining 2 days of Cozumel reef diving with 2 days of cenote diving, diver's choice of combination, with transportation, instructor, park fees, and lunch included.
- Beginner-friendlyPhoto: Jime Manzanero, via Google · Google Places (user-contributed photo, displayed with attribution) · sourcePackage5-Day / 10-Dive Reef & Cenote Package
A fixed 5-day / 10-dive package combining 3 days of Cozumel reef diving with 2 days of cenote diving, diver's choice of combination, with transportation, instructor, park fees, and lunch included.
- Beginner-friendlyPhoto: Rob, via Google · Google Places (user-contributed photo, displayed with attribution) · sourcePackage6-Day / 12-Dive Reef & Cenote Package
A fixed 6-day / 12-dive package combining Cozumel reef diving with cenote diving, diver's choice of combination, with transportation, instructor, park fees, and lunch included.
- Beginner-friendlyPackage7-Day / 14-Dive Reef & Cenote Package
A fixed 7-day / 14-dive package combining Cozumel reef diving with cenote diving, diver's choice of combination, with transportation, instructor, park fees, and lunch included.
- Beginner-friendlyPackageReef & Cenote Dive Package
A custom multi-day package mixing Cozumel reef dives with Yucatan cenote excursions, with transportation, instructor, park fees, and lunch included; length and cenotes chosen by the diver.
Guest reviews
“I got my open water diver certification from Barefoot, and had a truly exceptional experience. This is a dive center that puts safety, and their customers, first. Good equipment, easy coordination, fair prices, cute dog (Taco!).”
Google · 2026-06-25
More guest reviews
“I've just completed my PADI open water with Barefoot this week and I can wholeheartedly say it was one of the best experiences that I have had.”
Google · 2026-03-12
Meet at Barefoot Dive Center
10 Av #198 entre 1a Sur Y Calle A.R. Salas, Centro, 77668 Cozumel, Q.R.
Mexico
- Mon–Fri8:35 AM – 4:30 PM
- SatClosed
- Sun8:35 AM – 4:30 PM
Transparency
2 of 6 safety topics disclosed on their own site
Reviews & safety reports
Safety practices on record
On its own website, this operator explicitly states:
Dive insurance
DAN dive insurance is included with every Open Water course at no extra cost for the full three days of training.
“Every Open Water course includes DAN dive insurance for the full three days of training, at no extra cost to you.”
See on operator's siteDivers per guide
Maximum of 5 divers per instructor for Open Water courses.
“Maximum of 5 divers per instructor”
See on operator's site
Read off the operator's own website on 2026-08-24, quote-checked against the page it came from. We also looked for oxygen & first aid, dive briefings, equipment servicing, and certification agency and found nothing stated.
What the reviews mention
- Guide made divers feel comfortable and confident; reliable equipment.
- Guides made divers feel relaxed and safe during certification.
- Instructor ensured divers were well prepared and safe before entering water.
“We had an amazing experience with Barefoot Dive Center. We did our Open Water Certification with the instructor and the dive master. They were incredibly knowledgeable, attentive, and fun. They helped us to feel relaxed and safe so we could just enjoy learning to scuba dive.”
Google · 2026-06-12
“We've been traveling for a year and have dived with lots of different clubs across South, Central, and North America, but our experience with Barefoot was easily the best. The staff were amazing: super kind, welcoming, and always happy to help.”
Google · 2026-03-14
“Five-Star Review for Barefoot Dive Center – Cozumel We had an absolutely amazing experience with Barefoot Dive Center in Cozumel! From start to finish, everything felt professional, safe, friendly, and unforgettable. Our guide, the dive guide, was incredible.”
Google · 2026-05-19
Themes across the reviews Google returns — at most 5 per place, picked by relevance, not at random. Not independent reports, and not enough reviews to tell you a shop is safe.
This is not a safety rating. It records what an operator publishes and what its reviewers happen to mention — nothing here says an operator is safe or unsafe.
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Common questions about Barefoot Dive Center
Is Barefoot Dive Center suitable for beginner divers?
Yes — 6 of 6 products are beginner-friendly, starting at USD 354. The entry course is PADI Open Water Diver Course.
How much does diving with Barefoot Dive Center cost?
courses from USD 561. All prices include meals.
Where does Barefoot Dive Center operate?
Barefoot Dive Center operates in Cozumel Reef National Park.