Dive to 40 meters off La Palma’s volcanic coast with Punkfish Diving’s deep specialty course. Learn advanced techniques and experience stunning underwater landscapes in the Canary Islands.
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Difficulty
challenging
Duration
1.5 days
Fitness Level
Good physical condition recommended; comfort with deep water pressure and extended breath holds required.
Wildlife
History
Fuencaliente’s coast was shaped by volcanic eruptions as recently as the 18th century, creating unique underwater terrain perfect for adventure diving.
Conservation
Local dive operators promote responsible diving practices to protect fragile volcanic reefs and preserve marine ecosystems.
Punkfish Diving
Dive to 40 meters off La Palma’s volcanic coast with Punkfish Diving’s deep specialty course. Learn advanced techniques and experience stunning underwater landscapes in the Canary Islands.
Punkfish Diving is a scuba diving operator based in Los Canarios, Canarias, offering guided dives, snorkel tours and SSI certification courses. The company runs shore and boat experiences around La Palma, using local dive sites shaped by recent volcanic activity. Punkfish Diving provides entry-level programs such as Basic Diver and Try Scuba, multi-dive experiences like “Un dia de buceo - Dos inmersiones,” and certification courses including Scuba Diver, Open Water Diver, and specialty SSI programs.
Courses and experiences range from short refreshers to multi-day certification programs. Specific offerings listed by Punkfish Diving include a 2.5-hour Inmersion de Refresh, a 5-hour Especialidad de Flotabilidad Perfecta SSI, a 1.5-day Scuba Diver course, and a one-day navigation specialty with two dives. Night diving and deep diving specialties are available as SSI-labeled programs, and a snorkel-plus-try-scuba pack combines surface snorkeling with an introductory dive.
Safety and standards follow SSI course structures where indicated by course names. Instructional formats include theory, confined-shallow practice, and open-water dives as described in course summaries. Visibility at many local sites is noted as reaching up to 50 meters, and volcanic seabeds create distinctive underwater topography.
Punkfish Diving is featured on The Adventure Collective and lists a broad program of recreational and specialty dives, making it an option for travelers in the Canarias seeking SSI certification, guided dives, snorkel tours, and refresher sessions. Booking details, schedules, and up-to-date site conditions are available via The Adventure Collective listing and the operator's published course pages, or by contacting Punkfish Diving directly online
Location
Los Canarios, Canarias
La Palma dive base
SSI Programs
Multiple SSI
Specialty and certification courses
Tours Offered
21
From Try Scuba to Advanced
Session Length
2.5 hrs–1.5 days
Short refreshers to multi-day courses
Reserve SSI courses, guided dives, or a snorkel tour — check availability on The Adventure Collective or contact the operator for current schedules.
Check Your Certification
Ensure you have the required open water certification and logged dives before booking the deep specialty course.
Monitor Your Nitrogen Levels
Understand and watch for symptoms of nitrogen narcosis during your deep dives to maintain safety.
Prepare for Variable Currents
The underwater volcanic formations may create changing currents—stay close to your guide and dive plan.
Bring a Dive Computer
A reliable dive computer is essential for tracking depth, time, and decompression stops during your dives.
Full Wetsuit (5-7mm)
Provides thermal protection against cooler Atlantic waters, especially below 20m depth.
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Dive Computer
Critical for monitoring depth, bottom time, and decompression limits in deep dives.
Underwater Torch
Useful for illuminating volcanic rock crevices and spotting marine life in low light conditions.
Surface Marker Buoy
Enhances safety during ascent and signals your position to boats in this active maritime zone.