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TDI Advanced Nitrox Diver
Do you want to extend your dive time? Whether you're a scientific diver or a photographer aiming to spend more time underwater, the TDI Advanced Nitrox Course is designed for you. This course allows divers to use enriched air nitrox ranging from EAN 21 to EAN 100 percent, within your existing certification level, to a maximum depth of 40 metres/130 feet, for dives that don't involve staged decompression. Frequently offered alongside the TDI Decompression Procedures course, it
marc green
Oct 30, 20252 min read


What are the 5 Golden Safety rules of Cave Diving?
Engaging in diving or any sport where one's life is at stake requires adherence to specific rules. While scuba diving involves certain risks, cave diving heightens these dangers due to the unique environment and the inherent challenges of navigating underwater caves. To ensure safety when exploring the depths of a cave, cave divers must follow these five essential rules. 1, Maintain a Continuous Guideline to the Cave Exit The word "maze" aptly characterizes the layout of most
marc green
Oct 15, 20255 min read


What is diving with Enriched Air Nitrox?
The Nitrox Diver course is among the most popular diving courses worldwide, with an increasing number of divers recognizing the advantages of using a gas mixture with a higher oxygen content compared to the compressed air typically used in entry-level scuba training. At Green Divers Tulum, we predominantly use Nitrox for our dives, largely because of the extensive benefits it provides to divers. If you're not yet a Nitrox diver and plan to train with us in open water or overh
marc green
Sep 22, 20251 min read


Cenote The Pit, cavern diving heaven.
A natural marvel; this cavern draws adventurous scuba divers from all over the world. Sun rays at cenote The Pit Cenote The Pit is a natural wonder that attracts daring scuba divers from all over the world. Located in the jungle of the Riviera Maya, near the town of Tulum, it is in Dos Ojos Park. This cenote is a hidden treasure offering an unforgettable diving experience due to its crystal-clear waters, unique geological formations, and significant depths. In this post, we'l
marc green
Sep 15, 20253 min read


Sidemount diving, what is it and is it for me?
1. Understanding Sidemount Diving and Its Benefits Sidemount diving is not just a fleeting fad. It's merely a different, and for many, superior method of diving. So, what makes it different? Instead of attaching tanks to your back (as in the traditional back mount setup), you carry them on your sides. This is why it's also referred to as sidemount scuba diving or simply Sidemount. Let's analyze it step by step. A Brief Historical Overview Sidemount diving originated in confin
marc green
Sep 7, 20257 min read


First time diving the cenotes around Tulum, which ones should I visit ?
The cenotes around Tulum are suitable for certified divers but have different levels of difficulty. Here we are going to look at in what order you should visit them. Cenote diving Tulum It's crucial to keep in mind that you must be a certified diver to enter the cavern (an Open Water Diver certification suffices). Nonetheless, to truly appreciate everything these cenotes offer, you'll need excellent buoyancy skills due to the presence of numerous magnificent stalactites, stal
marc green
Jul 20, 20257 min read


New Instructor or just looking to get ahead?
In this blog we are going to look at ways for a Scuba Diving Instructor to stand out from the crowd in this very competitive job market. Are you a brand new Scuba Instructor who just passed the IDC or maybe you already have some experience but you are looking for the next job or to move up the employment ladder. Everyone knows, the more skills you bring to a dive centre, the more employable you are. Typically these skills can be; multi-lingual, social media expert, boat capta
marc green
Apr 25, 20256 min read


Are the cenotes of Tulum safe for recreational scuba divers??
First of all, what exactly are the cenotes of Tulum, Mexico? They are crystal clear, fresh water sink holes in the Yucatan jungle that are the opening of Cavern zones and obviously appeal to inquisitive scuba divers. Here divers will see formations formed over thousands of years from dripping limestone, sun rays entering the water from the various collapses in the ceiling and aquatic life very different to what is seen in the ocean. Sun rays at cenote Dos Ojos But are they s
marc green
Jan 18, 20242 min read


Travel Tips Tulum
Planning a vacation? Maybe a dive vacation? Thinking of going to Tulum to explore the cenotes? Then keep reading... Here are some tips on what to do and what to see on your days off. If you are looking for activities for your days off between dive days, or maybe your travel partner isn't a diver and needs recommendations of what to do in Tulum then look no further because here comes a list: The beach When in Tulum, the beach is the obvious choice for a day activity. The white

Line Roerbye Green
Dec 15, 20232 min read


Let's taco 'bout delicious street food in Tulum!
Why visit Mexico and why Tulum? Well the obvious answer for you being here on this webpage is of course cenote diving… aka cavern and cave diving. But after a long day frog kicking through the crystal clear waters of the cenotes, your pilas need recharging and your engine needs fuel, and whatever your poison is, Mexico has the answer… Mexican cuisine is famous for its colourful and flavourful food; most of it wrapped in a tortilla or at least served with tortillas or totopos

Line Roerbye Green
May 23, 20232 min read


Ready to start Dive Training in the Overhead Environment?
Cave course, cavern course, or cenote diving... Whatever your interest, we can help you. We offer all levels of training and guided dives.
marc green
Apr 6, 20233 min read
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