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                                                    Super All-Inclusive Cozumel Group Trip 2026

                                                    Reefs
                                                    May 9, 2026 - May 23, 2026
                                                    Join Bluewater Travel for a Super All-Inclusive Cozumel Group Trip 2026 with drift dives, excellent visibility, and vibrant marine life.
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                                                    Stunning Reefs & Corals

                                                    Luxury

                                                    Drift Diving

                                                    Great for Non-divers

                                                    Why Join This Trip

                                                    • Super all-inclusive at Iberostar Resort, the Island’s best all-inclusive.

                                                    • Amazing beach, 3 pools, beautiful grounds, super all-inclusive so all activities, food, snacks, and all alcoholic drinks included. Great for couples, friends and families.

                                                    • We have our own boat so we dive when and where we like and avoid other groups.

                                                    • Only 6 divers per guide. We’re just a few minutes away from Cozumel’s best dive sites.

                                                    • Fully refundable deposit until 12 months from departure.

                                                    Trip overview

                                                    Trip Overview

                                                    Our Cozumel underwater trip offers an unforgettable underwater experience with its crystal-clear waters and vibrant marine life. Located off the coast of Mexico's Yucatn Peninsula, Cozumel boasts some of the world's most stunning coral reefs, attracting divers of all skill levels. Drift diving is particularly popular here, allowing divers to effortlessly glide along the currents while observing colorful fish, turtles, and even the occasional nurse shark. The warm waters and excellent visibility make Cozumel a diver's paradise, while the island's laid-back atmosphere and stunning coastal scenery add to the overall charm of the diving destination.

                                                    With Dressel Divers' comfortable boats and professional services, this future trip promises an extraordinary underwater adventure you'll cherish forever. Stay at the all-inclusive 4-star Iberostar Cozumel resort, surrounded by lush tropical rainforest and exotic wildlife and indulge in delightful buffet meals with changing themes and savor the flavors at the resort's a la carte restaurants.

                                                    A sea turtle glides effortlessly underwaterA moray eel near the ocean floor

                                                    Read about our 2025 Cozumel trip.

                                                    To learn more about Cozumel, check out our destination guide here.

                                                    Diving Conditions

                                                    Cozumel is renowned for its clear waters, vibrant coral reefs, and drift diving along the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef. Divers can expect encounters with turtles, nurse sharks, and a variety of reef fish.​

                                                    • Water Temperature: 26–29°C (79–84°F) 
                                                    • Visibility: 30–50 meters (100–165 feet) 
                                                    • Depth Range: 10–40 meters (33–131 feet) 
                                                    • Diving Difficulty: Beginner to Advanced; suitable for all levels with some sites having strong currents

                                                    12 More Reasons To Join This Trip?

                                                    From CEO, Scott Gietler, following his Nov 2023 Cozumel trip:

                                                    • We have a private boat, so we can dive the best sites whenever we want.
                                                    • We are staying at Cozumel's best resort, Iberostar.
                                                    • Resort is all-inclusive! This means all food, drinks, alcohol, activities. Everything! Even sushi!
                                                    • The resort is beautiful, featuring a distinctly tropical ambiance enhanced by stunning gardens and plants, and plenty of shade. It boasts three pools equipped with swim-up bars and a truly delightful white sand beach.
                                                    • The on-site Dive shop, Dressel Divers, operates exceptionally well. It offers great tank fills, with Nitrox available, and boasts well-equipped boats providing ample shade.
                                                    • Meals are buffet-style, which means you can eat quickly if you want. But the food selection is huge, and the food is tasy. They also have three sit-down la carte restaurants.
                                                    • We'll have the best guides, who won't rush us during the dives, and who will find us small stuff and big stuff.
                                                    • Eagle rays! Nurse sharks! Seahorses! Eels, octopus, toadfish, arrow crabs, reef sharks, turtles, beautiful angelfish, schools of jacks.
                                                    • The resort is super close to Cozumel's best dive sites - Palancar Reef and Cedral. Palancar is so amazing, huge sponges, pinnacles and swim-throughs!
                                                    • A sprawling resort with abundant amenities - you won't experience any waiting in lines at this resort! It never feels crowded. You won't have to wait for food, drinks, etc.
                                                    • Best rental gear in the world! Dressel Divers has all Scubapro rental gear, no need to bring your own BCD or reg!
                                                    • Great for non-divers, bring your partner, they will never be bored. Ask for special prices for non-divers.

                                                    Check out this cool video about diving in Cozumel!


                                                    Recommended Scuba Gear

                                                    • 5mm wetsuit. Browse Wetsuits at Bluewater Photo
                                                    • A good mask and snorkel for whale shark snorkelling
                                                    • Anti-fog. Check out JAWS Quick Spit Antifod Spray
                                                    • Dive light/torch. We suggest Kraken NR-2000 Dive Light
                                                    • Pointer. OrcaTorch is our recommended
                                                    • Travel BCD. Read our Best Travel BCD Article
                                                    • Travel regulator. We suggest Mares Ultra 62X Dive Regulator
                                                    • Dive computer. Take your pick of dive computers at Bluewater Photo.

                                                    A fish swims close to the cameraA diver takes a photo of the vibrant corals

                                                    Trip Inclusions

                                                    • 7 nights accommodation

                                                    • All meals, snacks, alcoholic, and non-alcoholic beverages

                                                    • 5 days of 3-tank boat dives

                                                    • Nitrox for nitrox-certified divers

                                                    • Small 6:1 guide ratio

                                                    • Roundtrip Cozumel Airport (CZM) transfers

                                                    • Roundtrip Cozumel Airport (CZM) transfers

                                                    Trip Exclusions

                                                    • Flights

                                                    • $10 per diver per day marine park fee payable on site

                                                    • $1 per tank chamber donation fee payable on site

                                                    • Gratuities

                                                    • Insurance - ask us about our preferred partner plan

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                                                    Accommodation

                                                    About Iberostar Cozumel And Dressel Divers

                                                    Located in one of the best snorkeling and diving locations in the world, Iberostar Cozumel is sure to offer guests an unforgettable vacation. This all-inclusive 5-star dive resort located along the Mexican Riviera perfectly combines rustic elements with modern accents that are featured in its bungalow suites. With a beautiful beachfront location and thriving greenery, this all-inclusive resort is the perfect getaway from families, friends, and couples.

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                                                    Iberostar CozumelIberostar Cozumel

                                                    Iberostar Cozumel offers guests beautiful bungalow styled rooms that combine both rustic and modern elements. Guests can choose between the 12 room categories available which range from rooms with direct beach access to ones with their own private pool. Each room includes all-inclusive access, comfort, as well as a private patio and hammocks to enjoy Mexico's Caribbean.

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                                                    See more details and customer reviews on the Iberostar Cozumel.

                                                    Dressel Divers is the company chosen by the prestigious Iberostar Hotel chain for the last twenty years to run diving activities on the premise of its luxury hotels in the Caribbean, to ensure that this service has the same quality as the hotels. Dressel Divers have a dive center directly on the beach of Iberostar Cozumel Hotel.

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                                                    Trip Price

                                                    Trip starts from $2,199 per person.

                                                    Payment Schedule

                                                    • Deposit: $800 to confirm trip
                                                    • Balance due: March 1, 2026

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                                                    Extend your trip

                                                    Want to extend your trip? We can help with that! See more of Mexico before or after your workshop in Cozumel with Bluewater. Flying all that way merits a multi-destination vacation! The Riviera Maya is an amazing destination nearby that offer a range of additional unique experiences. Here are some examples of packages we can add on to your reservation:

                                                    A hard coral in Cozumel Colorful corals found underwater


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                                                    May 9 - 16 or  May 16 - 23, 2026

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                                                    Iberostar Cozumel Standard Room

                                                    Air Conditioning (AC)

                                                    En Suite Bathroom

                                                    Balcony or Terrace

                                                    Nitrox

                                                    Double-occupancy

                                                    $2,199

                                                    per person

                                                    Single-occupancy

                                                    $2,949

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                                                    Iberostar Cozumel Oceanview Room

                                                    Air Conditioning (AC)

                                                    En Suite Bathroom

                                                    Balcony or Terrace

                                                    Nitrox

                                                    Double-occupancy

                                                    $2,459

                                                    per person

                                                    Single-occupancy

                                                    $3,159

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                                                    Iberostar Cozumel Oceanfront Room

                                                    Air Conditioning (AC)

                                                    En Suite Bathroom

                                                    Balcony or Terrace

                                                    Nitrox

                                                    Double-occupancy

                                                    $2,559

                                                    per person

                                                    Single-occupancy

                                                    $3,309

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                                                    Iberostar Cozumel Suite

                                                    Air Conditioning (AC)

                                                    En Suite Bathroom

                                                    Balcony or Terrace

                                                    Nitrox

                                                    Double-occupancy

                                                    $2,699

                                                    per person

                                                    Single-occupancy

                                                    $3,399

                                                    Iberostar Cozumel Standard Room - image

                                                    Iberostar Cozumel Standard Room

                                                    Air Conditioning (AC)

                                                    En Suite Bathroom

                                                    Balcony or Terrace

                                                    Nitrox

                                                    Double-occupancy

                                                    $2,199

                                                    per person

                                                    Single-occupancy

                                                    $2,949

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                                                    Mike Chiado

                                                    Mike Chiado has over four decades of experience in the entertainment post production industry. Mike is CTO of Company3 and oversees technology, workflow and image science departments for feature motion pictures, episodic and advertising businesses. Mike become a PADI Master Scuba Diver in 1991 which included the speciality of Underwater Photography (film-based, BTW!), and actively diving and photographing tropical and California waters. View Mike Chiado's underwater photography portfolio.

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                                                    Discover Bluewater's six favorite destinations for macro photography: Anilao, Lembeh, Dumaguete, Sea of Cortez, Bali, and Raja Ampat. Achieve your "perfect shot" at a dive site known for exceptional macro life, including bucket list critters such as stargazers, paper nautilus, bobbit worms, and the tiniest nudibranchs imaginablee.

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                                                    Best Diving in the Caribbean - Top 12
                                                    Best Diving in the Caribbean - Top 12

                                                    Article

                                                    bettyr

                                                    Best Diving in the Caribbean - Top 12

                                                    Caribbean

                                                    Wondering where the best scuba diving in the Caribbean is? It really depends on what you like! Here are our top 12 picks.

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                                                    Best Scuba Diving in the World in 2025/26
                                                    Best Scuba Diving in the World in 2025/26

                                                    Article

                                                    JennyH

                                                    Best Scuba Diving in the World in 2025/26

                                                    Fiji

                                                    Our travel advisors and trip leaders are always on the move, exploring the underwater world! Using their firsthand experience and feedback from our valued guests, we've curated a list that showcases the best diving in the world in 2025. Learn when to go, where to stay, top dive sites, and more. 

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                                                    Liveaboard Dive Packing List (2025 Edition)
                                                    Liveaboard Dive Packing List (2025 Edition)

                                                    Trip Report

                                                    ChrisH

                                                    Liveaboard Dive Packing List (2025 Edition)

                                                    Indonesia

                                                    Planning a liveaboard dive trip? This ultimate 2025 packing list covers everything you’ll need – from must-have dive gear and personal items to handy extras that make life onboard smoother. Whether it’s your first time or you’re a seasoned diver, this checklist helps you dive in fully prepared.

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                                                    The World's Best Places to See Blue Whales
                                                    The World's Best Places to See Blue Whales

                                                    Article

                                                    Gill F

                                                    The World's Best Places to See Blue Whales

                                                    Mexico

                                                    There are only a few places in the world where you can spot blue whales, the largest mammals on the planet. Learn where and when to go for guaranteed blue whale sightings!

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                                                    Best Manta Ray Diving in the World
                                                    Best Manta Ray Diving in the World

                                                    Article

                                                    Betty R

                                                    Best Manta Ray Diving in the World

                                                    Socorro Islands

                                                    We've traveled the world and picked our top 7 locations with the best manta ray diving.

                                                    2025 report round-ups confirm classics like Komodo, Kona, and Maldives’ Hanifaru Bay still reign supreme for mesmerising manta encounters. Dive operators now weave in citizen-science photo-ID programs and updated season calendars , so you can chase gentle giants responsibly and add to vital conservation efforts

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                                                    The World's Best Places to Swim with Whales
                                                    The World's Best Places to Swim with Whales

                                                    Article

                                                    Betty R

                                                    The World's Best Places to Swim with Whales

                                                    Australia

                                                    There are only a few places in the world where you can safely swim and snorkel with whales. Learn where, and when to go for guaranteed whale sightings!


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                                                    Baja Ultimate Whale Safari 2025 Trip Report
                                                    Baja Ultimate Whale Safari 2025 Trip Report

                                                    Trip Report

                                                    Jacqui

                                                    Baja Ultimate Whale Safari 2025 Trip Report

                                                    Mexico

                                                    Read about our unforgettable trip to interact with Pacific gray whales in Baja, Mexico, in February 2025. We experienced the incredible bonding experience of petting mothers and calves as they approached our boat to seek affection.

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                                                    Explore Baja Trip Report October 2024
                                                    Explore Baja Trip Report October 2024

                                                    Trip Report

                                                    Explore Baja Trip Report October 2024

                                                    Mexico

                                                    In fall 2024, eighteen divers joined the Rocio Del Mar for Bluewater's Explore Baja trip in the Sea of Cortez. Starting from Puerto Peñasco, the journey featured diverse marine life encounters, including sea lions, whale sharks, and vibrant reefs. Highlights included unique underwater photography opportunities and memorable interactions with sea creatures like mobula rays and humpback whales.

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                                                    Sea of Cortez Trip Report 2024
                                                    Sea of Cortez Trip Report 2024

                                                    Trip Report

                                                    Sea of Cortez Trip Report 2024

                                                    Mexico

                                                    Nirupam Nigam led a captivating 2023 Sea of Cortez photo workshop with Bluewater Travel, showcasing diverse marine life and dynamic underwater landscapes. The Rocio Del Mar provided exceptional amenities and personalized service, enhancing the experience. Participants explored macro wonders like signal blennies and enjoyed thrilling encounters with sea lions and whale sharks.

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                                                    Scuba Diving in July - Top 3 Destinations
                                                    Scuba Diving in July - Top 3 Destinations

                                                    Article

                                                    JennyH

                                                    Scuba Diving in July - Top 3 Destinations

                                                    Philippines

                                                    Discover our top recommended destinations for scuba diving in July. Explore the diversity of diving in Dumaguete, snorkel with whale sharks in Isla Mujeres, and dive into the unique underwater world of Mozambique. Whatever your preferences, we'll build your dream dive trip in July!

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                                                    Cozumel May 2024 Trip Report
                                                    Cozumel May 2024 Trip Report

                                                    Trip Report

                                                    bettyr

                                                    Cozumel May 2024 Trip Report

                                                    Mexico

                                                    The diving trip at Iberostar Resort, led by Paul Vukovich and Mike Chiado, kicked off with a welcoming meet-up to brief guests on the exciting diving schedule and resort amenities. The following days were filled with spectacular dives, featuring unique marine life like Splendid Toadfish and Loggerhead Turtles. The group also enjoyed engaging workshops and the resort's top-notch facilities, culminating in a thrilling photo contest. Read more about our recent Bluewater Underwater Photo Workshop in Cozumel, Mexico.

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                                                    Scuba Diving in May - Top 3 Destinations
                                                    Scuba Diving in May - Top 3 Destinations

                                                    Article

                                                    JennyH

                                                    Scuba Diving in May - Top 3 Destinations

                                                    Galapagos

                                                    Discover our top recommended destinations for scuba diving in May. Explore the mindblowing species in the Galapagos, dive Cozumel's renowned reefs, and experience thrilling currents in Komodo. Whatever your preferences, we'll build your dream dive trip in May!

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                                                    Baja Ultimate Whale Safari Trip Report 2024
                                                    Baja Ultimate Whale Safari Trip Report 2024

                                                    Trip Report

                                                    bettyr

                                                    Baja Ultimate Whale Safari Trip Report 2024

                                                    Mexico

                                                    Baja Ultimate Whale Safari 2024, led by Helen Brierley, thrilled participants with whale encounters starting in Cabo San Lucas. From humpbacks to whale sharks and grey whales, each day brought new marine marvels, including playful sea lions and rare sightings like sperm whales. The journey culminated in luxurious glamping and intimate moments with gentle grey whale mothers and calves, making it an unforgettable expedition.

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                                                    San Ignacio Gray Whales Trip Report 2024
                                                    San Ignacio Gray Whales Trip Report 2024

                                                    Trip Report

                                                    JennyH

                                                    San Ignacio Gray Whales Trip Report 2024

                                                    Mexico

                                                    Read about our unforgettable trip to interact with Pacific gray whales in San Ignacio, Mexico, in March 2024. We experienced the incredible bonding experience of petting mothers and calves as they approached our boat to seek affection.

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