Step into calm waters at Playa Chica for a guided 2-hour SSI try-dive with a 2:1 student-to-instructor ratio. Learn basics, breathe underwater and explore shallow volcanic reefs teeming with life—no certification required.
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You stand on warm pavement while the Atlantic glints like a sheet of glass and the small dive centre hums with quiet efficiency. Instructors check tanks, straps whisper, and a van shuffles guests down to Playa Chica — a protected cove where black volcanic rock frames calm blue water. Once you slip beneath the surface, bubbles chart your path and colorful fish investigate, the seabed rising and falling like a slow, breathing landscape.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Moderate: comfortable swimming ability and basic cardiovascular fitness; not for those with serious medical conditions
Wildlife
History
Lanzarote’s coastline is dominated by volcanic flows from eruptions in the 18th and 19th centuries; human settlement evolved around fishing and volcanic agriculture, later influenced by artist César Manrique’s conservation ethos.
Conservation
Lanzarote promotes low-impact tourism and many coastal sites are monitored; use reef-safe sunscreen, avoid touching marine life and follow your instructor’s guidance to minimize impact.
Reserve your spot on the Single Scuba Try-Dive in Puerto del Carmen - small groups - 2 hours today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring swimwear and a towel
You’ll change at the dive centre but need swimwear and a towel for the transfer to Playa Chica.
Hydrate and avoid alcohol
No alcohol for at least 8 hours before diving — dehydration and residual alcohol increase risk underwater.
Know your medical limits
Not recommended for pregnant guests or those with serious heart or spinal conditions — disclose health info during booking.
Arrive on time for briefing
The safety briefing is mandatory; arriving late can mean missing the dive slot or transfer to the site.
Swimsuit
Wear under your wetsuit for comfort and quick transitions.
Towel
For after-surfacing comfort and to stay warm while changing.
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects your skin during surface intervals and reduces harm to marine life.
summer
Water bottle
Hydration before and after the dive reduces risk of fatigue and cramps.