An instructor-led SSI Advanced course on Tenerife combines five specialty dives with shore and boat operations, volcanic seascapes, and small-group coaching. Ideal for certified divers seeking focused skill-building and varied underwater experiences.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
Salt-air and basalt greet divers on Tenerife’s southern coast as the Atlantic eases against volcanic cliffs and black-sand beaches. Morning light sketches the reef edges while instructors assemble tanks; the sea seems to dare you into deeper blue. Over the next three days, participants complete five specialty dives chosen from an SSI menu that includes deep, night, navigation, wreck, and underwater photography — each dive both a skill check and a new way to read the ocean.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
3 days
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness — comfortable swimming and basic scuba experience required; expect repetitive dives and surface swims
Wildlife
History
Tenerife’s maritime history is tied to fishing and inter-island trade; volcanic activity shaped coastal shelves that divers now explore.
Conservation
Local operators emphasize low-impact diving practices and many sites are monitored for reef health; divers should avoid touching fauna and use reef-safe sunscreen.
Reserve your spot on the SSI Advanced Course in Tenerife today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring dive insurance
Diving insurance is mandatory in Tenerife; if your policy doesn’t cover it you can buy daily or weekly cover locally for a small fee.
Avoid flying after diving
Do not fly within 24 hours of your final dive to reduce the risk of decompression sickness.
Dress for variable water temperatures
A 3–5 mm wetsuit is recommended year-round; bring a hood or thicker suit in winter months for added comfort.
Log and communicate your experience
Bring your dive log, and tell the instructor about any recent medical issues; pre-dive health questionnaires are required.
3–5 mm wetsuit
Keeps you warm across Tenerife’s 19–24°C waters and provides protection over rocky entries.
Dive computer
Tracks no-decompression limits across multiple dives and is required for safe repetitive diving.
Mask, fins, snorkel
Personal-fit gear improves comfort, reduces leaks, and aids surface swims between dives.
Surface marker buoy (SMB)
Useful for signaling the boat during drift or shore ascents and often required for open-water specialties.