Tenerife's south coast offers volcanic reefs, wrecks and turtle sites in clear 20–24°C water. If you have never dived, a try dive (Discover Scuba) pairs you one-on-one or two-on-one with an instructor for a shallow shore or boat dive — no certification needed, minimum age 10. Certified divers can join guided boat dives to sites like the El Condesito wreck or the rays at Los Chuchos. All equipment is included. Tell us your experience level and dates; we match you with a licensed dive centre and you pay them directly.
Real prices — what it costs
| Option | Typical price (per person) | For whom |
|---|---|---|
| Try dive / Discover Scuba | €50–80 | Complete beginners, 10+, with instructor |
| Certified guided dive (1 tank) | €35–50 | Certified divers, equipment extra on some centres |
| Double dive / boat trips | €70–100 | Two sites in one morning |
| Open Water course | €350–450 | Full certification in 3–4 days |
Real 2026 market ranges, confirmed with local operators. Your exact price is fixed on WhatsApp before you book — no surprises, no prepayment to us.
What's included
- Full equipment, wetsuit and weights
- Instructor ratio of max 2 beginners per guide on try dives
- Dive insurance for the day
- Photos from many centres (ask when booking)
Duration & departure
- Duration: Try dives take about half a day including briefing and one 30–40 minute dive
- Departure: Dive centres around Las Galletas, Abades and Costa Adeje — pickup often included in the south
Who it's for (and who it isn't)
Beginners who want to breathe underwater for the first time (the try dive exists exactly for that), and certified divers who want volcanic topography rather than coral. If anyone in the group is nervous, shore try dives in a calm bay are the gentlest start. Important: no flying for at least 12–18 hours after diving, so do not schedule it the day before your flight home.
Honest tips before you book
- Book the try dive early in your holiday — you need 12–18 hours before flying home.
- Shore dives from Las Galletas are the calmest option for nervous first-timers.
- Ask for the turtle sites; the resident green turtles are reliable at several south-coast spots.
- Certified divers: bring your cert card and logbook, or check if the centre accepts digital proof.