Island Divers Cozumel
Island Divers Cozumel
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8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Monday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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About
Island Divers Cozumel is a premier, 5 Star PADI Dive Center. We are located in the Coral Princess Dive Resort. We offer full valet service, we keep and clean your gear daily, fresh fruits and snacks on the boats, complimentary wearable boat towels, fresh water rinse on the boats, and an ice cold beer after the dives are completed. Come see why we earn your business everyday and are a licensed Marine Park operator.... we make safety a top priority, come experience the beautiful island of Cozumel.
Cozumel, Quintana Roo, Mexico
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2024
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Lee K
9 contributions
Mar 2021
My family and I have been diving with Chris and his crew for about 2 years now. The customer service is what brings us back time and again. The boats are fast, they go to all the popular dive spots like Palancar, the dive masters are very good at making you feel comfortable, and the trips leave on time. We have done most of the available dives - deep, night etc. The night dive has been our favorite next to Palancar Caves. More sea creatures are active at night. They also offer dinner cruises in the evening. That was a blast as we got a great steak dinner and snorkeled at numerous hidden gems. If you want to dive with a smaller group, IDC is the way to go. The rates are competitive and they do a lot of little things that just round out the experience.
Written May 27, 2021
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Hello Lee,
Thank you for taking your time to review our service and choosing us every time!
We love what we do, and hope you enjoy every time you get to visit us,
Thank you again from the IDC Team and we hope to take you on a new adventure every time,
See you soon!
Written May 27, 2021
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Scott S
1 contribution
Jun 2020
I was looking for someone on the Island for rebreather diving and low and behold I found Chris and his crew.
Let's go one step more because after the experience I wish I had found them for recreational diving in Cozumel years before.
Chris and his crew go above the call of duty to ensure you have a spectacular time whether you are there from a resort or off a cruise ship. They know how to blend and mix people to bond and enjoy the moments Cozumel brings.
Back to rebreather diving...Chris showed me Cozumel in a light I never got to see "blowing bubbles." Connecting reefs on a 2 hour dive was amazing becasue it was spots where divers don't normal go.
Even when we would strap on an AL80 they would take up to "secret spots" to see things they have learned and caught over time.
Truly the best diving shop in Cozumel.
Let's go one step more because after the experience I wish I had found them for recreational diving in Cozumel years before.
Chris and his crew go above the call of duty to ensure you have a spectacular time whether you are there from a resort or off a cruise ship. They know how to blend and mix people to bond and enjoy the moments Cozumel brings.
Back to rebreather diving...Chris showed me Cozumel in a light I never got to see "blowing bubbles." Connecting reefs on a 2 hour dive was amazing becasue it was spots where divers don't normal go.
Even when we would strap on an AL80 they would take up to "secret spots" to see things they have learned and caught over time.
Truly the best diving shop in Cozumel.
Written May 22, 2021
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Hello,
Thank you so much for taking the time to review our service,
We are very happy to know how much you enjoyed your experience with us,
We hope you had a fantastic time in Cozumel and we look forward to seeing you again soon.
Kind Regards from the IDC Team.
Written May 27, 2021
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Jackie M.
7 contributions
Jul 2021
A little late to review since we used then 2 months ago. We stayed at the Melia (do not recommend, just because food was so bad), but Island Divers came to us and it was great. Dive master was knowledgeable and took care of me and my family. We had my wife and I with 100+ dives and my 17 year old and 15 year old kids with 10+ dives and made the best trip out of it. We did a night dive and that was awesome. I would highly recommend.
Written September 28, 2021
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PapaUt
Willis, TX30 contributions
Dec 2019 • Couples
Dove with IDC for 6 dives. Each dive was better than last. We saw top many sealife to list. Divemaster Adrian and boat captain Louis were great and very attentive always had our gear ready for the next dive and always landing a hand getting back into the boat. 5 star
Written January 7, 2020
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At IDC we continually strive for the best experience possible. Thank you for your comments. We hope to see you again soon.
Written February 19, 2020
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DanSGrtLk
Grandville, MI1 contribution
Feb 2021
Been to Cozumel 4 times previously, staying at resorts that offered diving, on this trip stayed in condo arranged by Chris Alliston, owner of IDC. Easy short walk to restaurants, nightspots, and cruise ship docking area businesses.
Diving was as good as previous trips, made better by being in a smaller boat/small dive group. Both boat captains were outstanding, as good as any I've encountered in 17 years of diving the Caribbean. A smaller operation than some, but staff and owner are very attentive to a diver's needs/desires. I was there for initial rebreather training, and Chris took parts from his own unit to help one of the students configure for the class! Next trip to Coz, will be diving with IDC again!
Diving was as good as previous trips, made better by being in a smaller boat/small dive group. Both boat captains were outstanding, as good as any I've encountered in 17 years of diving the Caribbean. A smaller operation than some, but staff and owner are very attentive to a diver's needs/desires. I was there for initial rebreather training, and Chris took parts from his own unit to help one of the students configure for the class! Next trip to Coz, will be diving with IDC again!
Written June 5, 2021
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Hello there Dan!
Thank you so much for taking your time to review our service,
We are very glad you enjoyed Cozumel and diving with us,
Looking forward having you back!
Thank you again from the IDC Team
Written June 6, 2021
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Mark H
London, UK6 contributions
Jan 2022 • Solo
An ex dive instructor in our hotel recommended Island Diving. I took their recommendation and went to the shop to check it out, they were very friendly and helpful from the outset and I immediately had a good impression. I booked 2 dives and was even more impressed when they offered to pick me up by boat at the pier of our hotel (The El Cozumeleno). The morning diving was amazing, the team were so calm and professional and made sure everyone was safe and aware prior to and during each dive . Ernesto the instructor gave great advice and was willing to share his knowledge of the island. The dive master was excellent and made sure I had someone to safety stop with and surface when I used my air. He was always aware of everyone in the group and kept us at distance from other dive groups which can sometimes be difficult with the drift current. I wanted to dive again and nearly convinced my wife but with a young daughter and lots of weekends working it was only fair to spend the rest of the vacation with them, but next time I come I’ll make sure I get more dives!!
Written January 20, 2022
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Gregory S
2 contributions
Feb 2021
Great Boat Captain, owners, and staff. CCR support and supplies. # hour dives with no bubbles and the boat is always there when we surface =). Go to Woody's after diving, IDC owners always buy the 1st margarita!
Written May 24, 2021
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Hello Gregory,
Thank you for taking your time to review our service,
And yes he will get the 1st margarita!
We look forward to having you back!
Kind regards from IDC Team.
Written May 27, 2021
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Milks0908
2 contributions
May 2023
My entire family dove with this operation at our cruise stop. They were great. Full service, they had everything ready for us, top notch equipment, very good guides who paid attention to us and made sure the experience was good for all. I would recommend this group weather you are there for a 1 day stop on a cruise or if you go to Cozumel for several days.
Written June 6, 2023
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Roger Gautt
Houston, TX13 contributions
Mar 2020 • Solo
I am a beginning diver pretty new to the sport. I began the quest for my advanced certification last year in Huntsville Texas and at the suggestion of my dive instructor I booked the last 2 deep water dives in the worlds scuba diving headquarters of Cozumel. So it's my first time to dive in clear ocean water; you can bet the excitement was there. Island Divers Cozumel did not disappoint. These guys know all the best spots in the area and they really make the dive fun for you. They will stress safety but they know exactly how to do that without being too annoying. Of course safety should be foremost in the mind of every diver anyway. IDC does not waver from that concept. They will allow nothing to put you in harm's way. They will allow you to safely have the best experience possible. The staff there are so friendly and accommodating. They have you ready to go at each dive and know their way around all last minute issues which can and will arise. You will have a great, safe experience. Saw my first eagle ray 6ft away from me... majestic. Plus never had so much fun getting my AOW card. Can't wait to go back to Cozumel... not even a 2 hour flight from my city. And you can bet I will dive with these guys again. IDC, thanks for my 'island style' diving memories!
Written March 26, 2020
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Hello there,
we are delighted to read your review! It means alot to us that your experience was wonderful,
Thank you again on behalf of Islad Divers Cozumel Team!
We hope to have you back soon!
Written May 18, 2021
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Larry & Konnie Thomas
Brenham, TX2 contributions
Mar 2021
Island Divers Cozumel is my favorite dive company in Cozumel Mexico. We have been on more than 10 scuba dives with them over the past several years and each time had great boat captains and awesome dive masters. The dive preparation was excellent and on each of the 14 dives over 7 days was unique and full of photographic opportunities. The dive masters took time to point out sea life for lots of photographic opportunities. Even got a picture of the rare Splendid Toadfish! Dive boat was fast and quickly got us to dive sites and the captain was quick to pick us up when we surfaced. If you are looking for a safe dive group to take you on great dives, Island Divers Cozumel should be the top of your list.
Written May 21, 2021
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Hello Thomas,
Thank you so much for taking the time to review our service.
We greatly appreciate that you shared your experience.
We hope you had a great time in Cozumel, and we look forward to seeing you again soon.
Kind regards from the IDC Team.
Written May 27, 2021
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We are taking a cruise in June one of us is going to scuba dive and 2 of us snorkel is there any way we could go together?
Written March 21, 2020
Absolutely. Our group consists of both divers and non divers. We’ve done it as a group before with a shop called Dive with Martin. They are close to the international pier as well. There are several good dive operations on the island. I’m not sure if Island Divers does it but they have been great and my guess is they would accommodate you. I would e mail some of them and see if you can set something up before you go.
Written March 22, 2020
Hi,
Do you have French instructor? We would like to take our advanced open water certification with your center.
Thanks
Amel
Written February 6, 2019
Yes we have that option please email us so we can explain our rates and packages.
Best regards
Written March 12, 2018
Good Morning
I’m Traveling to playa March 10 to 16 th and would like to set up a couple of dives with you.
Wondering what times the dives start and if you are close to the ferry from Playa. Not sure if it would work out.
I’m an experienced diver and hope to do some drift dives.
Thank you
Written February 17, 2018
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