Amancay Freediving - Playa del Carmen-Tulum - 77710 Playa del Carmen

My friend and I completed the 3-day Freediver Level 1 course with Amancay... and what an incredible experience it was! We had the opportunity to dive in 3 different cenotes, each of which was uniquely beautiful. The experience was extremely rewarding and left us with a huge feeling of accomplishment. Our instructor, Rose, did a great job of pushing us past our comfort zones while making us feel safe the entire time. I can't say enough good things about the experience and the staff at Amancay!

I had had an interest in Freediving at least for two years now. After the death of my father, I realised that being water brought me comfort so I started researching scuba diving and I came upon the sport of freediving. After realising that it was possible to be in the water in a more natural way; this became my goal. For two years I researched schools, locations etc. and I came upon Amancay. I first contacted them a year ago and they were very kind. I was drawn to them specifically because there were female trainers and I felt as if male trainers might be more focused on being competitive. This year, I was finally able to dive with them and it was the most cathartic, eye-opening and almost life-saving experience I've had so far in my life. I was going through a very unexpected breakup and the coaching from Candela, the support from Mariana and simply being around their energy was what kept me sane, motivated and focused. My review is not just about their technique but the human connection that I gained from these lovely human beings. I was in a very low place and the sport, their coaching, their understanding and kind words were what helped me through it. Laughs both in and out the water, precision and detail-oriented classes, secure measures and reassurance that I would be ok no matter what happened. At no time did I feel at risk and I am 100% sure that I would have been able to do much better if not for the situation I was going through, however, I am happy it happened that way! I now have a love and respect for these women and the sport and I'm continuing my freediving journey with them. In short; If you are looking for not only professionalism, attention to detail and assurance but also that kind human empathy that we all need... I implore you to try them out. They're really great! Keep shinning beautiful women! Forever Amancay ❤

Just an awe inspiring experience from beginning to end. My instructor Andrea was knowledgeable, motivating and kind. I knew with him next to me I could safely push myself beyond what I thought I was capable. My only regret is that I have to go home and cancel train more with the team Thank you Andrea and Amancay!!

We did the discover freediving course with Cara! She is an amazing a dive instructor; she explained everything very clearly, answered all our questions and was very engaging. As for our time in the water, that's when she really went above and beyond. My girlfriend has a slight fear of water and was having a small panic attack. She didn't even want to submerge her face. Cara talked to her and calmed her down. By the the end of the day, my girlfriend made huge improvements and didn't want to leave! I can't say enough of how great our time was and how great of an instructor Cara is. I wish we were staying in Playa del Carmen for more than a day to take the full course. Thanks for the amazing day!

Great instructors, Andrea was incredibly friendly and passionate about freediving and the cenotes. He was so knowledgeable and it made diving with him so much fun! He also offered to capture some amazing videos for me. I would dive again here next time!

Love this place so much. I cannot say enough praise for my free dive instructor, Andrea. He has such a sweet and calming presence that’s perfect for the activity. I felt safe the entire time & knew he cared about my success. There were moments I was feeling very frustrated with myself & my abilities & Andrea was so kind and patient while giving tips and tricks to improve after each dive. He’s literally amazing and I couldn’t have asked for a better instructor! My friend & I took this class together and were so sad the day after we completed the course because we missed being in the class! Marianna, their photographer, is also the greatest! She was so helpful and nice while taking photos and cheering us on during our last day completing our skills to pass. The cenotes are so peaceful & beautiful! Amancay Freediving is so welcoming and fun! Highly recommend ? Much love!

Me and my family went with Cande to La Ventana for an adventurous few days at sea for the Mobula Migration. We had a wonderful time! Cande is an amazing host. She took well care of us at sea but also back on land. We encountered lots of wildlife and we learned a lot about them from Cande. She also helped my husband with his equalization problems. He did a freedive course in The Netherlands, but could not complete it because of equalization problems. We hope to come back one day to complete the course and level up! ;-) We are also definitely coming back for some more ocean adventures in beautiful Baja California Sur.

I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE Amancay Freediving!!! Just imagine the best possible review and this is it! Everyone was extremely friendly, helpful, professional, and knowledgeable. Even the other students and Marianna’s pup, Martina, were super friendly and sweet. Marianna gave me the best equalization workshop, and I was able to equalize every single time!!! Couldn’t be happier! Marianna and Cara were my instructors for 4 days. I got plenty of tips, corrections, and even videos to become a better freediver. Plus, my last day was actually an extra day, because I just couldn’t stop at 3. They made it work by helping me transfer to my next hotel on our way back from the cenote which included making my huge, HUGE bag fit with the equipment in their SUV. And happily, I get to go again in August!!!