Planning Sidemount Training Trip to Mexico (ProTech)

[Johanan]

Why don’t you check out this guy? He sometimes teaches in Tulum. If you can arrange a course with him, you won’t find a better Sidemount and Cave instructor in one person.

 

[MrBlenny]

Why don’t you check out this guy? He sometimes teaches in Tulum. If you can arrange a course with him, you won’t find a better Sidemount and Cave instructor in one person.

Interesting. Looks like he is UK based, but gets around quite a bit. I assume you certified with him (RAID?) for SM and Cave?

 

[Johanan]

Interesting. Looks like he is UK based, but gets around quite a bit. I assume you certified with him (RAID?) for SM and Cave?

Yes, I travelled with him all the way from PADI Distinctive SM to RAID Level 2 (Full) Cave. I have made other courses with other distinguished instructors. Garry shines among all.

 

[MrBlenny]

Thanks, I'm getting a much better idea of my options.

 

[MrBlenny]

Thanks again for all the input. I've decided to go with Protech, partially because they are familiar with the Xdeep gear I want to use, and because they offer onsite accommodations. From a technical standpoint I think all the suggested companies have been sound. Now I just have to commit to buying a new set of regs for the trip...

 

[wedivebc]

Protec Tulum just recently opened up their own diver's lodge which gives you a very convenient place to hang out with other divers during your surface interval. Tulum is somewhat quieter than PLaya and laid back. That being said I love Mom's hotel. I stayed there night before last just for old times sake. Both locations are first rate but the caves are in Tulum, and Don Cafettos has good steaks.