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Tulum, Mexico

Taz Diving - A week in the cenotes

Taz Diving - A week in the cenotes

    $4,659.00 AUD
    $4,659.00 AUD
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    Introduction

    We first met Taz during the inaugural underwater photography competition in Aqaba, Jordan, where she assisted Alvero Herrera, who secured 2nd place in the week-long wreck competition. With a zest for life and the characteristic Canadian politeness, Taz is a fantastic ambassador for our sport. She extends this enthusiasm to her online presence, boasting almost 40,000 followers on Instagram. Over the past five years, Taz has dived professionally in countries such as Honduras, Micronesia, Canada, the USA, and Mexico. Her diving journey led her to become a Scuba Instructor, technical deep diver, side-mount diver, cave diver, and licensed cavern guide in Tulum, Mexico. Now, she provides bespoke adventures and exceptional service to divers exploring the magic beneath Tulum. We take immense pleasure in promoting her week-long bespoke trips to the Tulum cenotes.

    Features

    Highlights

    ✓  Max number of guests: 8

    ✓  In-house chef

    ✓  Guide ratio 4:1

    ✓  All daily transport between sites and villa

    ✓ Exceptional bespoke customer service

    Features

    Start the day with breakfast and then we transfer to the first cenote of the day. Lunch is a pre-prepared boxed lunch then the second cenote dive of the day before returning to the villa. Each day the cenote dives will become progressively more adventurous and we round off the week with a visit to the Myan ruins whilst off-gassing before departure from Tulum.

    Included

    ✓  7 nights accommodation

    ✓  5 days diving

    ✓  Hosted and guided by Taz

    ✓  On-call assistance

    ✓  Breakfast and dinner served, boxed lunch

    ✓  Day trip to Coba ruins

    ✓  An adventure of a lifetime

    Excluded & Additional Fees

    ✓  Dive or travel insurance

    ✓  Rental dive equipment (available)

    ✓  Gratuities (customary 10-15%)

    ✓  Flights

    ✓  Cenotes camera fees (paid on-site)

    Payment Plan

    0% - Now

    $1000 - 48 hours after the reservation is made

    Remaining balance - 90 days before the arrival date

    Cancellation Fees

    $1,000 - Deposit is non-refundable

    55% fee - If cancellation is requested within 89-75 days of arrival

    100% fee - Within 75 days of arrival*

    Note: No discounts or refunds are available for no-shows, travel delays or early departures.

    About Taz

    Some of Taz's credentials:

    ✓  PADI Open water scuba instructor

    ✓  PSAI Cave diver

    ✓  PSAI - Cave stage decompression diver

    ✓  PADI Tec 50 deep

    ✓  EFR Instructor

    ✓  Wreck Diver

    Taz's next Nomadic Adventure

    Accommodation

    Taz Diving

    Private room

    ✓  9 Bedrooms configured as double/ twin or solo

    ✓  En-suite bathrooms

    ✓  Double/ queen beds

    ✓  3 pools

    ✓  Rooftop and BBQ

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    Taz Diving

    Where the magic happens

    This is where the culinary magic happens with the in-house chef serving breakfast and dinner daily during your stay. You have access to the kitchen and the coffee, of course, what better way to kickstart your diving day.

    Taz Diving

    Relax at the villa

    The villa offers ample space for socializing while also providing plenty of quiet corners for relaxation. Just a short walk from Tulum's town center, it's ideally located for a night out to experience the local culture—and perhaps enjoy a cocktail or two.

    The booking process

    • Initial planning

      Found the perfect trip, or interested in recommendations? Submit a query and we’ll tailor something for you

    • Email proposal

      We’ll coordinate with the operators and collate the relevant information for you; to make selecting your next dive adventure easy

    • Invoice and deposit

      When you want to proceed, we’ll secure your spot and issue an invoice. Deposits usually due within 48hrs, then once we receive your deposit your booking is confirmed

    Know before you go

    How do I get there?

    Closest International Airport: Tulum International (TQO)

    Aeropuerto Internacional de Tulum Felipe Carrillo Puerto is some 20km outside of
    Tulum and accessible from numerous International hubs such as Los Angeles, Miami, Dallas Fort Worth, Calgary and Frankfurt.

    Check here for international flights into Tulum

    Do I need a visa for this trip?

    To visit Mexico you will need a Tourist Card. However, commercial airlines no
    longer issue them. You need to complete the registration online and be
    able to present it on arrival.

    Link to Tourist Card online registration

    What level of dive training do I need for this trip?

    To attend one of Taz's expeditions you will need to be Advanced Open Water as a minimum.

    What are the dive conditions like?

    EPIC!! Inside the cenote caverns it can get dark so the water temp drops too, however, it stays constant at 25ºC (77ºF). Depending on how quickly you feel the cold you'll need a 3mm wetty or more. Bear in mind that you will not be going through any scary squeeze holes and the entire experience feels roomy.

    MONEY - Can I pay by card/ phone on the trip?

    The local currency is the Mexican Pesos (MXN) USD is also widely used.

    The majority of established hotels and restaurants accept major credit cards, however; smaller, family-run places probably will not. There are banks and ATM's with various maximum withdrawal limits and fees. We suggest having some pesos and USD in cash using the former first.

    Nomadic Scuba Top Tip: We use WISE for our transactions, and we save hundreds on pointless fees and exchange rates. If you haven't opened an account yet, we
    strongly urge you to do so (it takes 5 minutes).

    Link: Show me how to be WISE

    Do I need dive and travel insurance?

    Absolutely, without a doubt! Comprehensive travel and diving insurance is essential for planning any scuba diving trip. Many operators require proof of both before allowing you to participate in their activities or use their services here's why.

    We recommend DiveAssure for both dive and travel insurance. You can choose between single-trip or annual coverage.

    To arrange your insurance now, please use this link -DiveAssure registration.

    Are there any medical reasons why I cannot dive?

    Operators providing dive services will require you to complete an RSTC medical declaration. Should you need to answer ‘YES’ to any of the questions then you will need a doctor to sign as authorizing you to be medically fit to dive. You can find an example of the RSTC medical questionnaire here.

    What are the dive conditions like?

    Inside the cenote caverns it can get dark so the water temp drops, however, it stays constant at 25ºC (77ºF). Depending on how quickly you feel the cold you'll need a 3mm wetty or more.

    Weather

    • Hottest Month: August (83 F)
    • Coldest Month: January (74 F)
    • Wettest Month: October (6.99 inches)

    Do we need to use dive guides?

    The cenotes are an overhead environment and at times can get completely dark. For safety and route knowledge Taz and her team are your guides who are not only dive professionals but know the cenotes like the back of their hands. You'd be crazy not to follow your guides!

    Can I extend my stay?

    Of course! If you wish to stay longer simply let us know and we will arrange the quote for you. Some of our guests like to try a couple of adventures in the same trip and if you want to stick with Taz you can check out her other dive services here.

    More information

    Photo credit to: Alvaro Herrero - Mekan Photography

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