SSI Wreck Diving with Scuba Sur in Arguineguín
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
4–6 hours total (2 dives plus training)
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness is recommended—able to manage equipment and swim in currents safely.
Overview
Dive beyond the surface with Scuba Sur’s SSI Wreck Diving program in Arguineguín. Learn expert skills while uncovering mysterious shipwrecks alive with marine creatures beneath Gran Canaria’s volcanic coast.
SSI – Wreck Diving
165€ per Participant | 15+ | 2 dives | Maximum 4 pax
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About This Adventure
Embark on an unforgettable adventure with Wreck Diving, where you’ll explore fascinating underwater wrecks teeming with marine life. This program equips you with essential skills for safe diving and culminates in earning the SSI Wreck Diving certification. Dive into history and discover the ocean's hidden treasures!
Wreck Diving
Rates
As of 15 years old: 165€
Included:
- Boat fees.
- Equipment use
Not Included:
- Dive insurance if not personally covered
- Course materials and the certification
- Rental Dive Computer
Duration
2 Dives
About
In many of the ocean’s best dive sites you’ll find a wreck that have sunk through the ages. Most of them have attracted a wide variety of marine life. This program gives you the skills and knowledge required to safely scuba dive above and around these underwater treasures. You will earn the SSI Wreck Diving certification after completing this program.
Requirements: Holder of an Open Water Certification Valid Medical declaration or certificate
Adventure Tips
Check Your Certification
Ensure you hold a valid Open Water certification before booking this advanced wreck diving course.
Bring Your Dive Computer
A reliable dive computer enhances safety when navigating complex wreck sites and managing depth limits.
Watch Your Buoyancy
Master buoyancy control to avoid damaging fragile marine life growing on wreck structures.
Prepare for Variable Conditions
Currents and visibility can change quickly—listen closely to safety briefings before each dive.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Mediterranean moray eel
- Atlantic parrotfish
History
Many wrecks near Arguineguín date to early 1900s shipping routes, reflecting Gran Canaria’s maritime legacy.
Conservation
Local dive operators including Scuba Sur actively promote reef protection and responsible diving practices to preserve these fragile underwater habitats.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Dive Computer
Critical for monitoring depth and no-decompression limits during wreck penetration dives.
Wetsuit (5mm or thicker)
Protects against cooler water temperatures common off Gran Canaria’s coast.
fall|winter|spring specific
Underwater Torch
Improves visibility inside dark wreck interiors and under overhangs.
Surface Marker Buoy
Enhances visibility for boats and fellow divers during ascent and drift dives.