Make your first breath underwater off Puerto Colón in Costa Adeje: a guided try dive that pairs basic scuba skills with a supervised seabed clean. This short, introductory ocean dive is ideal for beginners looking to meet Tenerife’s marine life in protected, shallow water.
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You step off the pontoon of the Jacaré Uno with salt on your lips and the Atlantic stretching flat and blue under a low Canarian sun. Instructors check gear with steady hands, neoprene hissing, while the shore of Costa Adeje slips away — volcanic cliffs giving way to calm bays where the sea invites a first, controlled descent.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Light to moderate fitness; able to swim and enter/exit a small boat and follow instructor guidance
Wildlife
History
Tenerife’s southern coast formed from recent volcanic activity and long-standing maritime traditions; Puerto Colón evolved as a modern leisure harbor serving the fishing towns of Adeje.
Conservation
This operator integrates seabed clean-ups into the dive—small-group efforts that help remove debris while minimizing disturbance to marine habitats.
Reserve your spot on the Try Dive in Tenerife today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Arrive Swimsuit-Ready
Wear your swimsuit under casual clothes to speed up boarding and minimize time on the dock.
Use Reef-Safe Sunscreen
Apply reef-safe sunscreen before you arrive to protect marine life and avoid contaminating the water.
Listen to Hand Signals
Instructors use simple hand signals for safety—watch hands and stay within visual contact at all times.
Hydrate and Eat Light
Drink water and have a light snack before the dive to keep energy and avoid discomfort during descent.
Swimsuit
Wear under clothing for quick gearing up aboard the boat.
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects your skin and the marine environment from harmful chemicals.
summer
Water shoes or sandals
Protect feet on rocky ramps and in tidal zones when boarding or exiting.
Light wind jacket
Useful post-dive for the boat ride back when sea breeze cools you down.
winter