We track 55 dive operators in Pacific Coast. 13 teach certification courses (14 PADI, 2 SSI). 12 run snorkelling trips. Listings are ordered by Fin Rank: a published score for how complete and verified each listing is.
The 8 highest-ranked of 55. How Fin Rank works
| Rank | Operator | TripAdvisor | Try dive | Agencies | Website | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Banderas Scuba Republic | 4.9(220) | 5.0 | none | PADI | Visit |
Which centres run each site, named on their own websites or confirmed by the owner.
Fin lists 55 dive operators in Pacific Coast. 13 of them run certification courses.
PADI is the most common agency (14 centres), followed by SSI (2).
Published try-dive prices we hold range from $65 to $100 USD. Treat these as a guide and confirm with the centre before booking.
12 of the 55 operators we track run snorkelling tours.
Operators are sorted by Fin Rank, a 100-point profile strength score: contact details, what they offer, the dive sites they run, their Google reputation, whether the owner has claimed the listing, and whether their own website links to Fin. 0 listings here are owner-verified. The formula is published in full on the Fin Rank page.
Banderas Scuba Republic is a PADI 5 Star Dive Center located in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. They offer a wide range of PADI courses, guided dives, and equipment rental, with a focus on providing excellent customer service and memorable diving experiences.
Carlo Scuba is a PADI dive center located on Las Gatas Beach in Zihuatanejo-Ixtapa, Mexico. The operator offers dive trips for all levels and provides instruction and certification courses ranging from beginner to instructor levels. They conduct underwater tours to various sites along the coast including islands and sea mounts.
Huatulco Dive Center is a PADI 5-Star Instructor Development Center located on the Oaxacan coast in Mexico. The operator provides scuba diving training and guided dive excursions within Huatulco National Park using their own 33-foot boat. They also offer a selection of dive and snorkeling equipment for sale.
Silent World Divers is a family business founded in 1980 that provides scuba training and diving trips in Banderas Bay. They offer various recreational and educational diving courses along with guided boat tours to local dive sites.
Swiss Divers Association is a dive and snorkel resort located in Acapulco, Mexico. They offer scuba diving, snorkeling, kayaking, and hiking tours alongside training from entry to professional levels. The operator provides technical diving services and gas mixes including Nitrox and Trimix.
Gust Dive Marine Tours is based in Puerto Vallarta and has been operating for over twenty years. They offer recreational diving, PADI certification courses, and snorkel trips in the Banderas Bay area.
Rango Extendido is a group focused on the promotion, research, and conservation of aquatic environments in Mexico. They offer specialized training courses such as the Scientific Diver Specialist course.
Hurricane Divers is a dive shop located in Santa Cruz Huatulco, Oaxaca. They offer a variety of services for divers and snorkelers. The shop has a high rating from customer reviews.
Vallarta Adventures is a PADI Five Star Dive Center that offers guided scuba diving tours at Los Arcos National Park and other local sites. They provide PADI certification courses and equipment rental for both beginners and certified divers.
| 2 | Carlo Scuba | 5.0(56) | none | $100 | PADI | Visit |
| 3 | Huatulco Dive Center | 4.9(131) | none | none | PADI | Visit |
| 4 | Silent World Divers | 4.9(262) | none | none | PADI · SSI | Visit |
| 5 | Sda Swiss Divers Association | 4.9(83) | none | none | PADI · SSI | Visit |
| 6 | Gust Dive Marine Tours | 3.7(22) | none | none | PADI | Visit |
| 7 | Rango Extendido | 4.6(52) | none | none | none | Visit |
| 8 | Hurricane Divers | 4.9(252) | none | none | PADI | Visit |