Pilardive

Pilardive is a PADI 5 Star Dive Resort in Maracay, in the Center of the Country, describing itself as a Rec y Tec diving center. With three PADI Instructors on staff and Spanish spoken throughout, it's a natural fit for divers ready to move beyond recreational limits into technical territory.

Courses and dive sites

The focus here is technical training, with Tec 40, Tec 45 and Tec 50 courses offered from USD 430 over roughly 18 hours. An onsite training pool and classroom support your progress, and Nitrox, equipment rental and a retail shop round out the setup. Free Wi-Fi and a dive club add to the community feel.

Divers explore local sites at Puerto Cabello (Isla Larga) and Bahia de Cata, where the waters host sharks, whales, turtles, ocean fish, rays, corals, anemones and jellyfish. With conservation activities part of the program, Pilardive suits committed divers who want to build serious skills close to home.