Private Beginner Scuba Diving Experience in Cabo San Lucas
Overview
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2 hours 30 minutes
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We offer affordable 1:1 discover scuba experiences on shared boats for a truly personalized experience. You will NOT be in large groups with divers who may work at a different pace. Your instructor will be able to attend to you exclusively and will not have their hands too full to find all the amazing aquatic life!
We dive at a local reef 5 minutes by boat. However, if it´s too crowded on this popular site, we are one of the few dive centers that have actually mapped out another secret shallow water area which is 99% almost always exclusive to us.
This activity is for one dive only. However, we will always put extra tanks on the boat in case you want to do a second dive. It´s addictive! So be prepared to want to go again and again.
Although our instructors are not permitted to take photos because your safety comes first, we offer an affordable private photographer to go with you and take truly personalized photos. Just message us separately if you want to book this service.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Medical questionnaire on arrival
What To Expect
You'll meet your instructor at the dive center in plenty of time to get suited up and ready. At the boat you'll learn some basic concepts of diving and have a detailed equipment orientation. After practicing skills in shallow water, you're ready to explore! You'll be allowed to dive as deep as you are comfortable to a maximum of 12m/ 40ft. If you prefer to stay the depth of a swimming pool and play with the pufferfish, that's absolutely fine! This is a unique affordable, private experience on a shared boat with a private expert instructor that is dedicated to you. Your instructor will have the time to concentrate on your enjoyment while maintaining our 100% safety record - as well as having better opportunities to find an ABUNDANCE of interesting marine life that lives here in Cabo! We believe small groups with close supervision is the best way to reduce human impact on the reef and truly enjoy the closest wildlife encounters! Please note: you will be asked to fill out a medical questionnaire to check you are medically fit to dive. If you have high blood pressure, asthma or recent surgeries you would require a Dr to sign off beforehand.
Options
Private Beginner Scuba Diving Experience in Cabo San Lucas
What‘s Included
Use of SCUBA equipment
Sterlized, reusable eco-friendly refilled water bottles
Cookies or chips
Private Photographer on request
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
29 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great day in the water!!
P9151LXcarriel,May 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a really great beginner scuba experience. Our guide, Morgane, was so instructive and supportive. She tailored the day and the dives to our comfort level and experience. Would 100% dive with Cabo Private Guide again (and hopefully with Morgane!)
Best service of my life!!!
R45WSangelicam,May 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wow! WOW!! BIG WOW!!! I am an experienced diver and wanted to take two friends who had never dived before. We requested a private tour with two dive masters on a private boat to optimize the experience for my beginner friends. I was a little rusty myself, as I hadn't dived in several years. Prior to that I had dived approximately 70 times all over the world - Caribbean, Hawaii, Australia, etc. This was by far the best service I have ever experienced. The dive masters helped us with everything - carrying the gear, packing and unpacking, donning and doffing the gear. Both dive masters were very knowledgeable and experienced. They were very focused on our every need. They communicated clearly. They were patient, friendly, helpful. I felt completely confident that my friends were safe with their dive master. I plan to return to them as often as I possibly can.
Amazing experience with the best team!
309mariaguadalupem,May 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The experience is fantastic, we feel safe all the time. It was fun and super educated we learn a lot. Laura and her team were amazing.
Great dive shop, excellent communication
T8699AOdavec,Apr 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Family of four - two certified diver parents who hadn't been on a dive in a long time, and two boys ages 12 and 14 who are strong swimmers but never tried SCUBA. Private boat with the four of us and two certified divers as our guides (one named Mary, can't remember the other name unfortunately), we did two dives of about 30 minutes each. The guides were terrific - they took a good amount of time to work through the basics of the gear with our boys, and to give the adults a refresher on everything. And most importantly, throughout both dives one of the guides had a hand ON the boys at all times. The weather and the water were not cooperative on our day, unfortunately. Visibility was terrible, and there were very strong currents that really made it less enjoyable. But all of that is out of the control of the operator, and they did great with everything under their control. We live in Los Angeles and traveled to Cabo by cruise ship. Communication was easy ahead of time in booking, making the deposit, etc., via text and whatsapp. On the day everything was smooth, everyone spoke excellent english which was much appreciated. When we returned home my wife had some problems with an ear infection, and the doctor was concerned that it might be an impact from the dive. We contacted the shop again and asked for the dive info from the guide's computer, which the shop provided within 30 minutes of our asking. Really appreciated the quick response to help put our minds at ease. Highly recommend the shop, thank you
Phenomenal Instructor & Great Dive Company
393shantelf,Feb 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had an amazing experience getting certified through this dive company. From start to finish, everything felt organized, safe, & welcoming. My instructor, Florent, was absolutely phenomenal—so nice, easygoing, & incredibly motivating. He created a relaxed environment while still making sure I fully understood everything & felt confident in the water. I never felt rushed or intimidated, just supported the whole way through. I couldn’t have asked for a better first diving experience & would 100% recommend this company to anyone looking to get certified!
Best Scuba Experience with Julio!
T1166THemilyb,Jan 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I just finished my Open Water certification in Cabo with Julio, and honestly, it was amazing. He made everything so easy to understand and was super patient with me the whole time. From the pool lessons to the open water dives, he made sure I felt safe and confident. By the last day, I felt so proud of myself and so ready to dive on my own ... Julio really made it fun and stress-free. Also, my boyfriend did his Advanced Diver cert with Javier, and he had an incredible time too. Both instructors are awesome, friendly, and really know how to make diving a great experience. If you’re thinking about getting certified in Cabo, Julio and Javier are the ones to go to!
Amazing beginner dive
73JoshuaM,Dec 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I am an AOW diver, but wanted to dive with my daughter who is just beginning. Julio was amazing with her. He made sure she was comfortable and confident in the water and was a great guide. I highly recommend.
They were incredible with our kids! We had an amazing time!
766manyac,Dec 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful time. Diego and Cesaar were our guides today and they really made the dive amazing for our two sons. 11 and 12 years old. It was just 4 of us, my husband, two boys and I, Two guides and the boat captain. My husband and I are PADI certified, but this was our kids first dive! Our youngest son was nervous when it was his turn get in. He was crying and saying he didn't want to go. They were experts at making him feel comfortable and took lots of baby steps to help him gain confidence. Before we knew it he was hanging out with puffer fish on the Ocean floor. Diego and Cesar literally stayed connected to each of them the whole dive and completely took control of them being able to do the basic skills and made sure they were getting to have an amazing positive first dive experience. Our sons are all excited to get certified now and had really great experiences. Which is what we had hop'd for. Everything was professional and safe and very very well done! I highly recommend. I would like to add that, had I been organized enough, I wish I had booked a beginning pool scuba session, just like a hour lesson... back home in Chicago before we came. They don't advertise their classes like that, but Our local dive school would have done it as a private lesson. I think it would have gone along way for all of us being able to relax and enjoy this dive and feel like they already were comfortable doing the basics . It is a little stressfull for anyone trying scuba for the first time in open water, and I suppose afterwards, as a parent I felt like just because you CAN skip the pool sessions doesn't mean you should. Especially for a Kid. ... but all in all I am super supper grateful that we all got to do this today! Cabo Private Guide gave us a 5 star experience!
Open Water Certification for our Teens
Z4712FPnelsonr,Oct 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Laura and her team of instructors and dive masters are top notch! Thanks so much, Julio, for your excellent instruction and wonderful way with our teenagers.
Unforgettable experience
Go06529698044,Aug 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Incredible experience with cabo private guide! We booked a bubble maker with Morgane who was attentive, patient, caring with our 9 year old boy! He had an extraordinary experience and would like to do his certification when he turns 10 thanks to it:) Also, we made me and my spouse our first dive with them and Javi was our guide. Super professional, marine biologist, we were confident from the beginning and wow as our child, we will do our certification after this experience with javi! Moreover, we did the sea safari and Javi was still our guide! It was a memorable day, swimming with a menta ray, sea lion and dolphins! Totally stupid as a day! Finally, my spouse did a second dive with Caesar as guide and again everything was perfect! Do not hesitate to book with Cabo private guide which offers personalized and professional services. They listen to the needs and will make you live magical moments! Thank you again and highly recommend!
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