Night Dive in Cancun – Explore the Reef After Dark

Special Price: $115 USD | 1 Tank Dive + Equipment + Transportation

Night diving in Cancun offers an entirely new perspective on the underwater world. When the sun sets, the reef transforms into a completely different ecosystem. The coral breathes, nocturnal creatures emerge, and the bioluminescence of the Caribbean adds a magical glow to the darkness. If you’ve ever wondered what happens underwater after dark, this is your chance to find out.

This one-tank night dive is guided by our most experienced instructors and takes place on the calm and shallow reefs of Cancun’s Marine Park. It’s perfect for certified divers seeking a thrilling and serene dive experience.

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  • One tank night dive on a shallow reef (30 ft / 10 m max)
  • Certified dive guide (1:4 ratio)
  • Full scuba gear (BCD, regulator, fins, mask, weights, tank)
  • Dive torch (light) available for rent
  • Round-trip hotel transportation from Cancun Hotel Zone & Downtown
  • Drinking water onboard
  • 100% Bad Weather Refund

    Not Included:

    • Wetsuit rental – 300 MXN
    • Dive light rental – 300 MXN
    • Tips
    • Photo & Video service (optional at check-in)

    Check-in Time: 6:00 PM
    Return to Dock: Around 9:00 PM

    Warranty
  • 🌙 Marine Life After Dark: See moray eels, octopuses, lobsters, crabs, and even sleeping parrotfish or active lionfish
  •  Bioluminescence: Glow-in-the-dark plankton light up the water in a surreal spectacle
  • 🎨 Enhanced Colors: Your dive light brings out the true colors of corals and marine life often hidden in daylight
  • 🧘 Tranquility & Focus: Limited vision promotes focus, calm, and a whole new way of diving
  • Calm, shallow dive site within the Cancun National Marine Park
  • A dive torch is essential – it becomes your spotlight on the underwater stage
  • A flashing strobe is hung from the boat for easy navigation back to the surface
  • The experience is quiet, surreal, and ideal for divers with solid buoyancy control

Required:

  • Open Water Diver Certification
  • Dive torch (rent if needed)
  • Standard scuba gear

Recommended:

  • Surface Marker Buoy (SMB)
  • Good buoyancy awareness — you won’t see the reef bottom until you’re very close
  • Dive with a buddy and use light signals for communication

Pro Tip: Avoid pointing your flashlight directly at critters — predators like lionfish may be lurking in the dark to pounce on targets in your beam.

  • Check all your equipment before entering the water
  • Stay calm — the dark adds mystery, not danger
  • Keep your light away from other divers’ eyes and the crew on board
  • Swim slowly to enjoy the nocturnal marine life and protect sensitive animals

When you return to the boat, turn off your flashlight to help crew members maintain their night vision.

Absolutely. Cancun’s warm, clear waters and protected reef sites make it an ideal place to try night diving. The shallow depth, excellent visibility, and abundance of marine life make this experience both accessible and unforgettable.

Let My Deep Life guide you through your next level of diving, building confidence, experience, and unforgettable memories — right here in Cancun.

Booking & FAQs

Reserve via WhatsApp or directly on our website. We accept Zelle and credit card payments.

Yes, an Open Water Diver certification is required.

Yes! Dive torches are available at check-in for $300 MXN (approx. $18 USD).

Yes. Add $55 USD for a dedicated private instructor.

Expect to encounter octopuses, moray eels, turtles, lobsters, and if you’re lucky — eagle rays or bioluminescent plankton.

Make the most of your time in Cancun with additional dive experiences:

  • Cenote diving – Explore the underground rivers of the Riviera Maya
  • MUSA underwater museum – Art, conservation, and reef life in one dive
  • Cozumel wall diving – Advanced reef adventures and drift dives
  • Wreck diving – Explore the WWII-era C-58 shipwreck at 84 ft

Book your Night Dive in Cancun today and experience the reef as you’ve never seen it before — illuminated only by your dive light under the stars.

🔵 $115 USD per diver
🔵 Equipment & transportation included
🔵 Certified divers only
🔵 Check-in at 6:00 PM | Return approx. 9:00 PM

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