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Scuba Fred's: Traveler Reviews

Blvd. Kukulcan, Km. 9 | Hotel Zone, Cancun 77550, Mexico
998-880-3195
Ranked #23 of 100 tours in Cancun
5.0 of 5 stars 24 Reviews
Type: Water sports, Tours
Traveler Description: Scuba Fred's (formerly known as DiveCancun)  is located in the heart of the hotel zone, with a friendly, multi-lingual staff that caters to divers of... more »
Useful Information: Activities for older children, Lockers / storage, Bathroom facilities
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Khiser
1 review
“Scuba Fred's rocks!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 17, 2011

My wife and I went scuba diving for the first time while in Cancun. We saw reviews here on trip advisor.com and decided to give it a try.

This was the best decision we made all week! The training at the hotel was great (the location was a bit bleh until we got into the property as it is off the beaten path) and we received lots of attention while on our dive. Our guide was Clemente and he was dedicated to just my wife and I. He made sure we were ok every step of the way and made us incredibly comfortable that if something went wrong he would be there to help.

He was awesome at showing us the sites, fish, etc. He even took 95 digital photos of us and what we saw. (available for $55USD)

Don't go with the larger companies as you are just one of many when you can have dedicated focus from someone that is incredibly passionate about diving.

Two thumbs up!

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burringtonr
Brookfield, Wisconsin
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18 reviews
65 helpful votes
“Fantastico.....”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 25, 2011
1
person found this review helpful

This was my 4th experience with Freds, Nautilus, etc.....it's a complicated thing....These people do their best to keep you upright, alive, and enjoying your surroundings.....from total rookies to experience divers.....all are welcomed, and all are handled according to their needs.....I asked to go along on one of their afternoon dives, knowing it was a shallow dive, and that's what I needed for a refresher dive....and got what I needed/wanted...and saw some real rookies being taken care of like little puppies, and in the end, the novice divers stated that they would love to come back for more dives......so.....that seals it in my mind.......if an operation can take someone out for their first experience in something, and to have the customer state that they will be back for more.....Salute! Hats off to my friends at Freds.....Octavio, Mario, Marin, Clemente
Sherry....Jose, George....?.....I hope to see you all again in Feb 2012~\
rodney

Visited September 2011
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idohair333
Reviewer
4 reviews
6 helpful votes
“Great experience!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 14, 2011
4
people found this review helpful

We had such a great experience at scuba freds! They were very nice and friendly. Clemente was our guide and we loved him! He was very funny and informational. Will definitly go back there our next trip to cancun.

Visited August 2011
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cyn2409
London, United Kingdom
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4 reviews
5 helpful votes
“Absolute pros, unforgettable diving experience.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 8, 2011
1
person found this review helpful

I originally went to Scuba Fred's for a beginner lesson to try diving for the first time, on the recommendation of a relative. Then I went again for the same the year after. I had such a brilliant time on both occasions that I decided to go for the full certification with them this year. Really friendly folks, remarkably professional, patient, serious but relaxed and relaxing, explaining things very clearly and as many times as necessary. They make you understand (and give you confidence in) your own self, your equipment, and your surroundings. The dives are awe-inspiring, with an extremely abundant, beautiful and colourful wildlife, in dream waters. And every time it is so obvious that the folks at Scuba Fred's love their job and diving that their enthusiasm is very contagious! Scuba Fred's has become home, and an unmissable stop every time I am in Cancun.

Visited July 2011
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jdspc5
Batavia, IL
2 reviews
3 helpful votes
“The Best Diving Experience In Cancun!!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 2, 2011
3
people found this review helpful

I have been diving with Scuba Fred's for four years and I have never had any problems. The crew is very hands on and very friendly. They make sure that you are comfortable with everything before they take you into the ocean and they are always willing to accomodate your schedule. I just recently got back from Cancun and I took my Padi certification with them and it was fantastic. They make sure you understand what you are learning before you learn something else. It is also great for divers who have little or no experience. They really do take care of you. I will definetly be back!

Visited July 2011
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