International NAUI Certification · SCUBA Diving Courses
SCUBA
Diving Courses
From beginner to professional · 21+ certified programs
From your first breath underwater to becoming an Instructor — at Océano Profundo we offer over 21 NAUI-certified programs, taught by a dive instructor who is also a professional Marine Biologist with a university degree and government-issued professional license.
Why NAUI
THE HIGHEST
STANDARDS IN THE INDUSTRY.
Certification pathway
YOUR PATH
AS A DIVER.
Each level opens new depths, destinations and experiences. Start where you are — and go as far as you want.
Main courses
WHAT WE TEACH.
Your first international dive certification. You learn everything you need to dive safely and independently in open water — from zero, no prior experience needed. Our Diving Camp at Las Estacas is the most complete and immersive way to get it.
- Online theory via NAUI e-Learning + in-person sessions
- Confined Water Practice — controlled conditions, optimal for first skill sessions
- Open water dives — crystal-clear natural waters
- NAUI certification valid worldwide
- Ages 12+ · No prior experience required
The natural next step after Open Water. Consolidate your skills and take them to new environments and depths. Plan and lead your own dives with total independence and confidence.
- Deep diving — to recreational limits
- Underwater navigation with compass and natural references
- Night, drift and multi-environment diving
- Advanced buoyancy control
- Prerequisite: Open Water Diver certification
The course that changes you most as a diver. You learn to prevent problems before they happen and respond effectively in emergency situations — yours or someone else’s.
- Recognition and management of diver stress
- Surface and underwater rescue
- First aid and dive-specific CPR
- Emergency oxygen administration
- Prerequisite: Advanced Diver certification
The first professional level in diving. You supervise activities, assist instructors and lead diver groups. A responsibility and a privilege that opens the doors to professional diving.
- Supervision of recreational dive activities
- Assistance with NAUI training courses
- Leadership de excursiones guiadas
- In-depth knowledge of dive physics and physiology
- Prerequisite: Rescue Diver + minimum logged experience
Specialties and advanced courses
Keep
EXPLORING.
Every specialty opens a new world underwater. 15+ specialties available — from underwater photography to wreck and cave diving.
Dive with oxygen-enriched gas mixtures to extend your bottom time and reduce fatigue. NAUI was the first agency to approve Nitrox for mainstream recreational use worldwide.
Request information →Plan and execute dives beyond Open Water limits. Learn to manage your gas, buoyancy and bottom time at greater depths with complete safety.
Request information →The ocean at night is a completely different world. Unique wildlife, colors and behaviors that only exist after sunset.
Master the compass and natural references to navigate underwater with precision — and always return to your starting point.
Capture the beauty of the underwater world. Composition, lighting, gear and techniques specific to underwater photography.
Learn to locate and recover objects underwater using different search patterns and lift bags.
Identify and understand marine life — species, behaviors and ecosystems — from the perspective of a Marine Biologist.
Explore wrecks safely. History, perimeter penetration technique and how to interact with submerged structures.
Planning and safety adjustments for diving in lakes and bodies of water above sea level.
The most important diving skill, perfected. Efficiency, comfort and total control underwater.
The art of diving on a single breath. Learn the techniques of breathing, relaxation and safety to explore the underwater world without SCUBA gear. A completely different experience — and deeply meditative.
Ask about the Freediving course →
NAUI e-Learning Platform
STUDY THE THEORY
FROM ANYWHERE.
All our courses include access to the official NAUI e-Learning platform — the most advanced online learning system in the diving industry.
- ✓Available in English and Spanish — official NAUI materials
- ✓Lifetime access to your course materials
- ✓Digital logbook to record every dive
- ✓Internationally verifiable digital certification
- ✓Study at your own pace — before you get in the water
How does the process work?
FROM ENROLLMENT
TO CERTIFICATION.
The most complete way to get your Open Water cert. 3 days at Las Estacas, all inclusive, next departure April 2026.
See the Diving Camp →$8,500 MXN · All inclusive (≈ USD $425)
Tell us your level and goals — we’ll recommend the ideal path for you, no commitment.
Ask for guidance →We reply within 24 hours
Saúl answers all your questions — about courses, dates, destinations and everything you want to know before signing up.
✓ WhatsApp +52 55 5059 8144contacto@cursosdebuceo.com.mx
Where to take scuba diving courses in Mexico City?
Océano Profundo runs scuba diving courses from Mexico City with NAUI certification, valid for life worldwide. You study the theory online through the NAUI online learning system (NAUI CORE); the Confined Water Practice and the open-water dives take place at Las Estacas Natural Park, Morelos, two hours from Mexico City. Courses are taught by instructor Saúl López Vite, NAUI #64102, CMAS 3★ and a marine biologist.
Course at a glance
| Certification | NAUI (international, valid for life) |
|---|---|
| Theory format | NAUI online learning system (NAUI CORE) |
| Confined Water Practice | Las Estacas Natural Park, Morelos |
| Open-water dives | Las Estacas Natural Park, Morelos (2 h from Mexico City) |
| Price (Diving Camp) | $8,500 MXN per person |
| Deposit to reserve | $3,000 MXN |
| In-person duration | 3 days / 2 nights |
| Minimum age | 12 years |
| Previous experience | Not required (swimming, yes) |
| Languages | English and Spanish |
| Instructor | Saúl López Vite · NAUI #64102 · CMAS 3★ · marine biologist |
Frequently asked questions
How do I learn to scuba dive in Mexico City?
To learn to scuba dive in Mexico City, take the NAUI Open Water Diver course with Océano Profundo. You study the theory online through the NAUI online learning system (NAUI CORE), practice skills in Confined Water, and complete open-water dives at Las Estacas Natural Park, Morelos. You finish with an internationally recognized NAUI certification.
How much does a scuba diving certification cost in Mexico City?
The scuba diving certification in Océano Profundo’s Diving Camp format costs $8,500 MXN per person. It includes the NAUI online learning system, lodging, equipment rental during the course, the Confined Water Practice, the dives and the NAUI certification. You reserve your spot with $3,000 MXN.
How long does the scuba diving certification take?
Océano Profundo’s Diving Camp is completed over 3 days and 2 nights at Las Estacas, Morelos. You study the theory online beforehand, at your own pace, through the NAUI online learning system. The in-person part covers the Confined Water Practice, the open-water dives and the final evaluation.
Where do the diving practice sessions take place?
The practice sessions take place at Las Estacas Natural Park, Morelos, two hours from Mexico City. It is a crystal-clear freshwater spring with good visibility, ideal for the Confined Water Practice and your first open-water dives. Trips depart from Mexico City.
What is the difference between PADI and NAUI?
PADI and NAUI are two international scuba certification agencies, both recognized worldwide. NAUI keeps strict safety standards and gives the instructor more room to reinforce skills before moving on. NAUI certifications are valid for life and accepted at any dive center on the planet.
What is the minimum age to scuba dive?
The minimum age for the NAUI Open Water Diver course with Océano Profundo is 12 years old. Minors dive within specific depth limits set by NAUI standards and need parent or guardian authorization. No previous diving experience is required.
Do I need to know how to swim to take the course?
Yes, you need to know how to swim and feel comfortable in the water to take the scuba course. You don’t need to be an expert swimmer or have any previous diving experience. Instruction starts from zero: you learn to handle the equipment and the skills in Confined Water before any dive.
What does the Océano Profundo course include?
The Diving Camp includes the NAUI online learning system, lodging at Las Estacas, scuba equipment rental during the course, the Confined Water Practice, the guided dives, the evaluation and the international NAUI certification. It does not include transportation, meals or a personal wetsuit.
Is the NAUI certification valid internationally?
Yes. The NAUI certification is valid for life and recognized at any dive center in the world. With your NAUI card you can rent equipment, book dives and continue your training in any country. NAUI is one of the oldest and most respected scuba certification agencies internationally.
Who teaches the courses at Océano Profundo?
The courses are taught by Saúl López Vite, NAUI instructor #64102, CMAS 3★ (top level) and a marine biologist from UAM. He combines dive training with scientific knowledge of the marine environment, adding biology and ecology context to every course. He teaches in English and Spanish.
Do I need a medical certificate to dive?
You need to be in good general health to scuba dive. Before the course you complete a standard diving medical questionnaire; if any answer requires it, a physician’s clearance is requested. Conditions such as heart, respiratory or ear problems require prior medical authorization.
What languages are the courses taught in?
Océano Profundo’s courses are taught in English and Spanish. The NAUI online learning system is available in both languages, and in-person instruction adapts to the group’s language. This lets both international residents and visitors in Mexico City take the course.