Gran Canaria: Scuba Diving for Beginners
Gran Canaria
Discover scuba diving in Gran Canaria with a beginner-friendly experience. Learn the ropes with a certified PADI instructor and explore the vibrant marine world below the waves.
PADI Discover Scuba Diving in Puerto Rico, Gran Canaria, is an introductory scuba experience for beginners aged 10 and up with no prior training needed.
Highlights
- Learn the basics of scuba diving
- Experience breathing underwater
- See the marine life of the Canary Islands
Description
PADI Discover Scuba Diving (DSD) offers a supervised, first-time scuba diving experience with a certified PADI Professional. It’s designed for beginners who want to try scuba diving without committing to a full certification course.
Who Can Join?
- Ages 10 and up
- Comfortable in the water
- No previous scuba experience required
- Basic health and fitness (short medical form required)
What to Expect
The experience lasts about 2 hours and includes:
- Introduction & Safety Briefing: Learn scuba theory, hand signals, and safety guidelines. Instructors explain how the gear works and what to expect underwater.
- Shallow Water Practice: Practice breathing underwater, clearing your regulator and mask, and equalizing pressure in a safe, confined water environment.
- Open Water Dive: Dive up to 12 meters (40 feet) under close supervision, exploring coral reefs and marine life.
What’s Included
- Full gear rental (mask, fins, wetsuit, regulator, tank)
- Instruction and supervision by a certified PADI Instructor
- Short theory session and confined water practice
- Open water dive
What You’ll Learn
- How to breathe and move underwater
- Communicating using hand signals
- Maintaining safety and comfort while diving
- The sensation of weightlessness under the water
Certification Potential
This experience can count toward the PADI Open Water Diver certification if you choose to continue. Ask your instructor about next steps.
Why Choose This Experience?
- Safe, supervised introduction to scuba diving
- Explore marine life up close
- No long-term commitment required
- Ideal for a holiday activity or trying scuba for the first time
Important Information
- Minimum age is 10 years
- Medical restrictions may apply
- Height, weight, and shoe size are required
Additional Details
- Meeting point: Puerto Escala harbour, Puerto Rico, Gran Canaria
- Duration: Approximately 2 hours
- Easy cancellation: cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Includes
- Equipment rental
- Certified PADI dive instructors
- Insurance
Excludes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Tips for Participants
- Bring a swimsuit, towel, and sunscreen
- Avoid alcohol before diving
- Do not fly within 18 hours after diving
To get the most from your experience, book in advance and check weather conditions. Your instructor will guide you throughout the session to ensure safety and comfort.
Frequently Asked Questions
Anyone aged 10 and up who is comfortable in the water and has no prior scuba training can join.
It includes learning scuba basics, practicing in shallow water, and a guided underwater dive with marine life sightings.
The scuba diving experience is offered in Puerto Rico, a popular coastal area in Gran Canaria.
No, no previous scuba diving experience is needed to participate.
Sessions typically last around two to three hours; check the website for current details.
Yes, children aged 10 and above can take part with parental consent.
Yes, participants should be comfortable swimming but do not need advanced swimming skills.
Yes, all dives are supervised by certified PADI professionals.
Scuba diving in Gran Canaria is available year-round, but water conditions are most favorable in spring and summer.
You can book online through local diving providers; check their websites for availability and hours.
