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Get your first scuba breaths off Tenerife’s southeast coast in a supervised shallow dive at Abades. This guided 3‑hour session focuses on safety, buoyancy and an up‑close view of reef life—perfect for nervous first-timers and curious snorkelers.
Get your first scuba breaths off Tenerife’s southeast coast in a supervised shallow dive at Abades. This guided 3‑hour session focuses on safety, buoyancy and an up‑close view of reef life—perfect for nervous first-timers and curious snorkelers.
You stand on a black-sand spit as Atlantic wind pushes foam across volcanic rock, the instructor checking masks and weight belts with practiced economy. A short walk and a gentle entry point lead to clear water where light slices through to a world that feels softer and slower; the instructor stays within arm’s reach, explaining signals and helping you equalize before the first breath underwater.
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Operated by Try Scuba Diving With Instructor · Abades, Santa Cruz de Tenerife
You stand on a black-sand spit as Atlantic wind pushes foam across volcanic rock, the instructor checking masks and weight belts with practiced economy. A short walk and a gentle entry point lead to clear water where light slices through to a world that feels softer and slower; the instructor stays within arm’s reach, explaining signals and helping you equalize before the first breath underwater.
Tenerife’s south-eastern coast is volcanic—lava flows and submerged cliffs create ledges, small caves and rocky reefs that shelter bream, wrasse and, seasonally, loggerhead turtles. Abades, a common shallow dive site, is convenient for an introductory sink to 5 meters, making it ideal for first-timers and for learning buoyancy near shore.
The format is straightforward: gear briefing, safety and communication signals, a supervised shallow dive with constant instructor proximity, then a debrief back on shore. Expect 3 hours total; actual bottom time is shorter but rich with close encounters and buoyancy practice.
Practical notes: bring a swimsuit, towel and sunscreen; wetsuits and tanks are provided. If you have any spinal, cardiac or pregnancy concerns this activity is not recommended. Weather and sea conditions can cancel the dive, and operators generally require canceling 24 hours ahead for a full refund.
This experience is about calm confidence—learning to breathe, float and read the sea. For anyone curious about stepping beyond snorkeling into scuba, a guided shallow dive off Tenerife offers low depth, high supervision and a clear window into island marine life.
easy.
3 hours.
Light-to-moderate fitness; must be comfortable in water and able to swim short distances
No—this is an introductory supervised dive designed for non-certified participants with constant instructor supervision.
Maximum depth is around 5 meters (16 feet), making it a shallow and controlled environment for beginners.
The instructor will coach techniques and will keep you shallow; you can abort the dive at any time and safety is the priority.
Yes—use of full scuba equipment is included in the booking, but personal items like masks may be optional if you prefer your own.
The coastal reefs are formed from recent volcanic lava flows; Tenerife’s maritime history includes fishing villages and modern dive tourism centered on these volcanic substrates.
Operators encourage reef-safe sunscreens, no-touch policies and limited group sizes to minimize impact on sensitive shallow reefs.
Try Scuba Diving With Instructor operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
You stand on a black-sand spit as Atlantic wind pushes foam across volcanic rock, the instructor checking masks and weight belts with practiced economy. A short walk and a gentle entry point lead to clear water where light slices through to a world that feels softer and slower; the instructor stays within arm’s reach, explaining signals and helping you equalize before the first breath underwater.
You stand on a black-sand spit as Atlantic wind pushes foam across volcanic rock, the instructor checking masks and weight belts with practiced economy. A short walk and a gentle entry point lead to clear water where light slices through to a world that feels softer and slower; the instructor stays within arm’s reach, explaining signals and helping you equalize before the first breath underwater.
Tenerife’s south-eastern coast is volcanic—lava flows and submerged cliffs create ledges, small caves and rocky reefs that shelter bream, wrasse and, seasonally, loggerhead turtles. Abades, a common shallow dive site, is convenient for an introductory sink to 5 meters, making it ideal for first-timers and for learning buoyancy near shore.
The format is straightforward: gear briefing, safety and communication signals, a supervised shallow dive with constant instructor proximity, then a debrief back on shore. Expect 3 hours total; actual bottom time is shorter but rich with close encounters and buoyancy practice.
Practical notes: bring a swimsuit, towel and sunscreen; wetsuits and tanks are provided. If you have any spinal, cardiac or pregnancy concerns this activity is not recommended. Weather and sea conditions can cancel the dive, and operators generally require canceling 24 hours ahead for a full refund.
This experience is about calm confidence—learning to breathe, float and read the sea. For anyone curious about stepping beyond snorkeling into scuba, a guided shallow dive off Tenerife offers low depth, high supervision and a clear window into island marine life.