RECREATIONAL DIVE (certified divers only) : Explore Canarian Sealife

The best feature here is the freedom to spend longer underwater, with no fixed time limit on the sessions. Your guide chooses from more than 15 sites according to your certification and the day’s conditions, so you are not forced into a one-size-fits-all outing.

I like the small maximum group of six, and I like that a second underwater session at another site is built into the three-hour plan. The main consideration is that you must already hold a scuba certification and carry your own personal scuba insurance.

Key points at a glance

• More than 15 possible sites: The exact location changes with your experience level and the weather.
• Two underwater sessions: You visit two different sites in one outing, with a short boat ride to the first site.
• Flexible underwater time: There is no stated time limit on the sessions, allowing the guide to match the plan to the group.
• Groups capped at six: The small format gives you more direct attention than a large boat operation.
• Sealife close to Las Galletas: Expect the chance to see octopus, fish, starfish, plants, and eels.
• Equipment and photos included: Coffee or tea is also provided, but personal scuba insurance is your responsibility.

Why this Tenerife outing feels different

Many underwater excursions reduce the experience to a clock and a fixed route. This one takes a more sensible approach. LJ Diving Tenerife selects the site based on your certification level, your experience, and the weather. That matters in Tenerife, where conditions can change the best choice for the day.

You might be assigned a shallower site if you are newly certified, while a more experienced participant can be taken to a greater depth when conditions permit. The point is not to prove anything. It is to place you in an area where you can stay comfortable, attentive, and safe.

The outing lasts about three hours. Within that time, you have successive scuba sessions at two sites rather than a single stop. A short boat ride gets you to the first location, and the second site gives the day a useful change of scenery beneath the surface.

The experience is described as private, with only your group participating. At the same time, the operating format allows up to six people. That combination is important: you may book as your own party, but you should confirm the exact group arrangement when booking if a very small group is essential to your plans.

Starting at LJ Diving Tenerife in Las Galletas

You meet at LJ Diving Tenerife, at Calle Consuelo Alfonso Diaz-Flores, 16, in Las Galletas. The center is open Monday through Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., with this activity offered during the published operating period through November 26, 2026.

Las Galletas is in southern Tenerife, an area well suited to boat-based sea activities. The meeting point keeps the beginning and end simple: you return to the same place when the outing is over.

The booking confirmation is sent within 48 hours, subject to availability. Since this activity is often reserved about 34 days ahead, I would not leave it until the last minute if your Tenerife schedule is tight.

You need a moderate level of physical fitness. The description does not give a detailed medical or equipment checklist, so ask the operator any health or certification questions before setting off. You also need personal scuba insurance, which is not included in the price.

Choosing the right site for your certification

You do not select from a fixed public menu of locations. Instead, the guide chooses the most suitable site from more than 15 options. The deciding factors are your certification level, your experience, and the weather.

That flexible approach works well for mixed levels. A beginner among certified participants should not be pushed into the same depth or conditions as a highly experienced person. At the same time, an advanced diver is less likely to spend the whole outing at a site chosen only for newcomers.

The exact sites are not named in the available details, so you should not book this expecting a particular reef, wreck, animal, or depth. You are booking a guided look at Tenerife’s underwater life, with the location adjusted for the day.

This is also why the weather clause matters. If poor conditions make the outing unsafe or impractical, it can be moved to another date or canceled with a full refund. That may be frustrating during a short holiday, but it is the right trade-off for an activity that depends on sea conditions.

The short boat ride and first underwater session

After meeting at the center and getting set up with the supplied SCUBA equipment, you travel by boat to the chosen site. The available details describe the ride as short, which keeps the focus on time in the water rather than a long transfer.

Your first session is guided. That means you are not left to find your way around a new site alone. The guide can direct attention toward the local sealife and keep the pace suited to the group.

The underwater time has no stated limit. This does not mean you can remain below the surface indefinitely, since your certification, air supply, comfort, and safe operating limits still matter. It means the outing is not presented as a rushed timed slot where everyone must surface at an arbitrary minute.

A previous outing included sightings of octopus, fish, starfish, plants, and an eel. Those sightings cannot be guaranteed, but they give you a useful idea of the kind of Canarian sea life you might find. The range is appealing because the outing is not built around only one headline animal.

The included photos are a nice practical touch. You can concentrate on the experience instead of trying to manage a camera, though the available information does not specify how many images you receive or how they are delivered.

Moving to a second site

The plan includes two different sites, which is one of the strongest reasons to consider the price. A second location can offer a different underwater setting, a new mix of animals, or simply a change in the way the seabed looks and feels.

The transition also gives you a natural pause between sessions. Coffee or tea is included, so the experience is not just continuous time in equipment with no chance to reset.

The precise order and site choices depend on conditions. You should think of this as a flexible two-site plan, not a guaranteed named route. If your priority is seeing a particular formation or animal, ask before booking if the operator can discuss current site options.

One useful detail is that an additional session may be possible right after the first one, as long as the plan and conditions allow it. The supplied description already includes two sites, so confirm what is included in your selected booking and what would count as an extra arrangement.

What the small group changes

A maximum of six people is a real advantage underwater. Smaller groups are easier for a guide to monitor, and you have a better chance of receiving direct attention when you need help with equipment, pacing, or orientation.

It also makes the outing feel less like a crowd moving through the same spot. The goal is quiet observation of Canarian sea life, and fewer people generally make it easier to stay focused.

The experience is listed as private, meaning only your group participates. Still, the separate maximum group size of six is worth clarifying if you are booking for fewer people. Ask whether the reservation is exclusively for your party or whether the six-person limit applies to the total group on the boat.

The compact format may not suit someone seeking a large social boat trip. If you prefer meeting lots of other people, the intimate setup could feel restrained. For personal instruction and a calmer pace, it is a strong match.

What the $114.93 price includes

At $114.93 per person, the cost covers the guided activity, SCUBA equipment, photos, and coffee or tea. The value is strongest if you need a full equipment setup and want two site visits rather than one short session.

The flexible site selection adds value, too. You are paying for a plan that responds to your certification level and weather, not simply for transport to one fixed point. The small group format is another reason the price can make sense for people who care about personal attention.

The main extra cost to remember is personal scuba insurance. It is not included, so check your existing coverage or arrange the required insurance before the day. The supplied information does not list hotel transfers, meals, or personal expenses, so you should not assume those are part of the price.

For a certified visitor who wants a focused underwater morning or afternoon, the cost is reasonable. For someone who already owns equipment and wants only a basic boat ride, the package may feel less attractive because equipment is part of the included service.

Who will enjoy this most

I would choose this for a certified diver who wants a guided look at Tenerife’s sea life without being locked into a fixed depth or single site. It is particularly suited to people who value small groups and want two sessions in one outing.

It can also work well for mixed-experience groups, since the site and depth are matched to certification and conditions. Still, everyone needs to meet the certification requirement. This is not an introductory lesson for someone who has never been certified.

The outing requires moderate physical fitness. You should be comfortable handling the demands of a three-hour sea activity and using scuba equipment. If you are unsure about your fitness or medical suitability, contact the operator before reserving.

I would be cautious about booking it if your holiday schedule has no flexibility. Bad weather can force a new date, and the exact site is not known in advance. That flexibility is sensible, but it works best when you have another possible time available.

Booking, timing, and cancellation details

The activity runs daily during the published hours, from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Confirmation arrives within 48 hours, subject to availability. The meeting point is near public transportation, and the outing finishes back at the center.

Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before the activity are not refunded or accepted. The cut-off follows local Tenerife time.

If poor weather causes the operator to cancel, you receive the option of another date or a full refund. I would avoid scheduling this on the final morning of your trip, especially if flying home soon afterward.

My call: book it if flexibility matters

I recommend this outing if you are already certified, want two guided sessions, and prefer a small group over a crowded boat. The chance to see octopus, fish, starfish, plants, and eels, along with included equipment and photos, gives the package solid value at $114.93.

Book it with realistic expectations. You are not guaranteed a named site, a particular animal, or a specific depth. You are paying for a carefully adjusted plan, direct supervision, and more than 15 possible locations chosen around your ability and the sea conditions.

If you bring personal scuba insurance, allow schedule room for weather, and confirm the group arrangement, this is a practical way to explore Tenerife’s underwater world from Las Galletas.

FAQ

Is this activity suitable for beginners?

No. It is for certified divers only and accepts certifications from different organizations and experience levels.

How long does the activity last?

The activity lasts approximately three hours.

How many sites will I visit?

The plan includes successive scuba sessions at two different sites.

How are the dive sites selected?

The site and depth are chosen according to your certification level, experience, and the weather conditions.

Is scuba equipment included?

Yes. Use of SCUBA equipment is included in the price.

Is personal scuba insurance included?

No. Personal scuba diving insurance is not included.

What is the maximum group size?

The experience has a maximum of six people. It is also listed as a private activity for your group only.

What happens if the weather is poor?

If poor weather causes cancellation, you are offered another date or a full refund.