Puerto del Carmen: Try Scuba Diving from the beach

Lanzarote



Try your hand at scuba diving at Playa Chica in Puerto del Carmen. Explore the incredible underwater marine life of Lanzarote as you dive alongside colorful reefs in the waters of the Atlantic Ocean.

Experience a Beginner-Friendly Scuba Dive at Playa Chica, Puerto del Carmen

This guided scuba diving activity is ideal for first-timers exploring the underwater world off Lanzarote’s coast, with a focus on safety and personalized instruction.

Highlights

  • Explore Lanzarote’s underwater world with an individualised, unrushed experience prioritizing safety
  • Learn tips and techniques from a certified, experienced PADI instructor
  • Swim among coral reefs and diverse tropical marine life
  • Feel comfortable during your first scuba diving experience in shallow and open water

Description

Begin with a briefing and shallow water practice to learn breathing techniques and basic scuba skills. Once comfortable, dive up to 12 meters along the reef at Playa Chica, Puerto del Carmen. Known for its rich marine life—including groupers, barracudas, rays, angel sharks, cuttlefish, octopus, and more—Playa Chica offers water visibility from 15 to 40 meters.

The dive is designed to be relaxed and stress-free, supported by patient instructors who focus on your safety. This program requires no prior dive certification and is structured with a confined water session followed by an open water dive to maximize enjoyment and comfort.

Includes

  • Pre-dive briefing
  • Guided scuba dive at Playa Chica
  • Dive equipment
  • Dive insurance
  • Certified, experienced PADI dive instructor
  • Bottled water and cookies

Excludes

  • Towels and swimwear
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities

Important Information

  • Participants must be medically fit to dive and may need a doctor's certificate for certain health conditions.
  • Medical fitness is the responsibility of the participant; conditions such as asthma, cardiac issues, or certain medications may prohibit diving.
  • A health questionnaire must be completed on arrival, and failure to provide medical clearance when required will result in exclusion from the activity without refund or rescheduling.
  • If you have pre-existing medical conditions or concerns, contact the activity provider before booking.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

To ensure the best experience, bring your swimwear and towel. Morning sessions typically provide optimal visibility and calm sea conditions. Book in advance to secure your preferred date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The experience includes a safety briefing, basic scuba skills practice in shallow water, and a guided dive up to 12 meters at Playa Chica in Lanzarote.
This activity is designed for beginners without scuba certification, including anyone comfortable in the water and in good health.
The scuba diving activity takes place at Playa Chica, Puerto del Carmen, Lanzarote, known for its calm waters and rich marine life.
Participants dive up to a maximum depth of 12 meters along the reef in Lanzarote.
No prior scuba diving experience or certification is required to participate in this introductory dive at Playa Chica.
Age restrictions vary by provider, so check the specific requirements on the booking website before planning your diving experience in Lanzarote.
You may see schools of fish, groupers, barracudas, rays, angel sharks, cuttlefish, octopus, and various sponges along the reefs at Playa Chica.
Scuba diving conditions are generally good year-round in Lanzarote, but check the website for seasonal availability and weather updates.
The full session, including briefing, confined water practice, and open water dive, typically lasts around 2 to 3 hours.
Yes, the activity includes professional supervision and focuses on safety with a step-by-step introduction to scuba diving in Lanzarote’s calm waters.

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