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Tenerife: First-Time Scuba Diving in a Natural Turtle Habitat
About this experience
Join us for a safe and exciting scuba diving adventure, reaching depths of up to 12 meters. For our younger explorers aged 8 to 10, we offer a shallower dive to a maximum depth of 4 meters, all under the careful guidance of our PADI-qualified professionals. Feel the incredible sensation of breathing underwater and get closer to marine life than you ever imagined. Whether you’re a complete beginner or have some diving experience, our dedicated team ensures a memorable and secure underwater journey. Plus, enjoy the best of both worlds with our combined scuba diving and snorkeling session—explore the depths below and the vibrant surface in one extraordinary adventure!
What to expect
Start your adventure with a quick orientation and paperwork at our dive center. Our friendly PADI-certified instructors will guide you through a detailed briefing and answer all your questions. Enjoy a beautiful 10–15 minute boat ride to a top dive site, famous for its vibrant marine life. Dive alongside your instructor and discover the stunning underwater world. Afterward, snorkel in a special area known for sea turtles—while sightings can’t be guaranteed, it’s one of the best spots to try! Return to the dive center to freshen up with a shower and share your experience during a final debrief. A perfect day for beginners and nature lovers!
What’s included
- Boat trip
- Bottled water
- Full Insurance
- Wet suit
- Full equipment
- PADI instructor
- Free time for snorkeling after the dive, subject to the available time
- Dive for 25 min with Instructor
Not included
- Photos and videos
Tour & ticket options
Options may have different inclusions and meeting points. Choose your option when booking on Viator.
weekly schedule
meeting time: must be at dive center at indicated time
Meeting & pickup
- Please arrive 10 minutes before the activity starts so we can get everything ready for you. If you're late, we might not be able to accommodate you. We’ll meet at Puerto Colón port, in the parking lot right in front of Pier #5. Just look for the big banner "TRAVEL SUB DIVE CENTER"
End point
- Please arrive 10 minutes before the activity starts so we can get everything ready for you. If you're late, we might not be able to accommodate you. We’ll meet at Puerto Colón port, in the parking lot right in front of Pier #5. Just look for the big banner "TRAVEL SUB DIVE CENTER"
Before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children under 16 years old will have to show identification.
- We appreciate your understanding that we can't give 100% guarantee for seeing turtles at the trip
- It should pass minimum 12 hours between a dive and flight (or mountain trip)
- Children under 8 years old CAN NOT scuba dive.
- Children between 8 and 9 years old can do a max depth of 4 meters.
- Minors (less then 15 years old) must be accompanied by an adult with extra charge
- ID of minores 8-14 years is required
- Briefings are provided in all the languages listed. Dives can be conducted with any available instructor speaking English
- Pregnant women CAN NOT participate in scuba diving.
- Individuals with heart or lung conditions, pneumothorax, epilepsy or diabetes are required to present a doctor's certificate on the day of the activity. Please note that no refunds will be provided in the event of a reservation if the required documentation is not presented.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.