Turn flashes into names — this SSI Fish ID Specialty pairs classroom basics with two guided dives off Tenerife’s southern lava reefs. Learn family-level ID, survey techniques and practical dive planning in a single half-day course.
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Surface glare on the Atlantic eases as your instructor points to a flash of yellow through the kelp — the first moment the course delivers: a name for the shape you’ve been admiring.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
3–4 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for people in basic swimming shape; comfortable being in open water and able to perform simple surface swims.
Wildlife
History
Tenerife’s coast is the product of repeated volcanic flows; those lava formations have created complex reef structures that support rich local fisheries and diving sites.
Conservation
Several dive sites around Tenerife are managed with no-take pockets and strong local awareness; practice zero-touch diving, record sightings responsibly, and avoid anchoring on reefs.
Reserve your spot on the SSI Fish Identification Specialty Course in Tenerife today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring a waterproof slate or logbook
Writing underwater helps cement ID features and lets you record species sightings during surveys.
Practice neutral buoyancy before the course
Good trim keeps you close to the reef without disturbing marine life, making identification easier.
Use reef-safe sunscreen
Protect the marine environment — opt for mineral-based sunscreens or wear a UV vest to reduce chemical runoff.
Plan around wind and swell
Morning conditions on the south coast tend to be calmer; schedule dives early for better visibility.
Waterproof slate or dive log
Helps record IDs and sketch features during or after dives.
Reef-safe sunscreen or UV vest
Protects skin and reduces harmful chemical runoff to reefs.
summer
Personal mask
A well-fitting mask improves clarity and reduces fogging when studying markings.
Towel and warm layer for post-dive
South Atlantic breezes can feel cool after a dive; a towel and hoodie speed recovery.
spring