TRY SCUBA DIVING with a Dedicated Instructor

Your first scuba experience here starts on land, with a briefing at LJ Diving Tenerife, and continues by boat to an underwater site. A dedicated instructor stays with your private group, so you can take the experience at a pace that feels manageable rather than rushed.

I like two practical touches: all the gear is included, so you do not need to arrive equipped, and the instructor takes photos, leaving you free to focus on the moment. The center also has a hot shower and drinks waiting for you afterward.

One point to weigh: the outing takes about three hours, but the underwater portion itself is not timed or described in detail. Weather can also affect plans, so keep some flexibility in your schedule.

• A boat takes you from Las Galletas to the underwater site after the briefing.
• Your activity is private to your party, with a dedicated instructor.
• Full gear rental and insurance are included in the listed price.
• Photos are taken by the instructor, and drinks and a hot shower are provided afterward.
• The center has 140 square meters of space for getting ready and settling in after.
• Julie, Ludo, and Martin are named staff members, but the instructor for your booking may vary.

Start at LJ Diving Tenerife in Las Galletas

The meeting point is LJ Diving Tenerife, at Calle Consuelo Alfonso Diaz-Flores, 16, in Las Galletas. The experience begins at the center, not at the boat, which gives you time to meet the instructor, hear the briefing, and get set up before heading to the water.

That first conversation matters, especially if this is your first time using scuba equipment. The briefing is there to prepare you for the experience and help you understand what to expect. You do not need to bring your own gear: rental is included, along with insurance.

The center is described as spacious, with 140 square meters available before and after the activity. That is a useful comfort detail on a three-hour outing. You have a place to prepare and regroup rather than treating the experience as a quick handoff at the shoreline.

The opening hours are listed as 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. Your specific start time will be set when you book, so plan to arrive at the meeting point rather than assuming the boat is your first stop. Confirmation is provided within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability.

A briefing before the boat ride

After the briefing, you travel by boat to the underwater site. That short shift from the center to the water gives the outing a clear rhythm: prepare, travel, then enter the sea with your instructor. The boat ride is included in the price, so there is no separate transport charge listed for reaching the site.

The description promises a calm pace, with the instructor accompanying you underwater without stress or hurry. That is the main selling point for a beginner. You are not expected to arrive with previous experience, and the activity is designed as a first scuba outing, with supervision throughout.

There is no specific site name, route, depth, or time underwater provided. I would not book this expecting a particular landmark, marine animal, or long underwater session. The appeal here is the supported first experience itself: instruction, equipment, boat access, and an instructor beside you.

If you are nervous, use the briefing to ask what will happen at each stage and to share any concerns. The activity is private to your group, which should make it easier to ask questions without feeling you are holding up strangers. The exact size of your party is not specified, so the private format does not necessarily mean a one-to-one lesson.

Instructor support for a first underwater outing

The instructor is central to the experience. Your first time with scuba equipment can feel like a lot to process, and having a dedicated instructor means you are not left to work things out alone. The operator describes the outing as closely monitored and unhurried, a good fit for a personal first attempt rather than a test of skill.

Julie, Ludo, and Martin are staff names associated with the experience. They have been singled out for their patience and for keeping children engaged while adults took part. That detail may be especially useful if you are coming with family, though it does not confirm childcare or a separate activity for children. Ask directly what supervision is available for anyone not taking part.

The experience is described as suitable for most participants, but no age limit, medical requirements, or specific fitness rules are provided here. If you have a health concern or need a particular accommodation, contact LJ Diving Tenerife before booking rather than relying on a general suitability statement.

The private-group format also changes the feel of the outing. You are not joining a large mixed group, and the instructor’s attention is focused on your party. That can make a beginner feel more at ease, but it does not guarantee that every participant will receive individual one-on-one instruction. If that distinction matters to you, ask how the instructor-to-participant arrangement works for your group.

Gear, photos, and the useful extras

Full gear rental is included, a real benefit if you are trying scuba for the first time and do not own equipment. You do not need to make a separate rental arrangement or travel with bulky kit. Insurance is included as well, which is reassuring for an activity where safety is a natural concern.

The instructor takes photos during the experience. That is a thoughtful extra: you can concentrate on listening and getting comfortable instead of trying to manage a camera. The description does not say how many images you receive, how they are delivered, or whether there are restrictions, so check those details if having the photos is a major reason for booking.

Drinks and a hot shower are included at the center. Neither changes what happens underwater, but both make the before-and-after routine more comfortable. A shower is particularly welcome after time in the sea, and the drinks give you a chance to pause before heading on with your day.

The included extras add up. You are paying for instruction, equipment, insurance, the boat trip, photos, drinks, and use of the center, not just time in the water. That makes the price easier to assess than a bare activity fee where you still have to arrange gear and transport separately.

Is $145.12 good value?

At $145.12 per person, this is not the cheapest way to spend three hours in Tenerife. But the comparison is not simply with a short boat ride or a basic equipment rental. The listed price bundles the instructor, full gear, insurance, boat trip, photos, drinks, and access to a spacious center with a hot shower.

For someone who wants to try scuba without buying equipment or organizing separate parts, that package has practical value. The private-group arrangement is another part of the cost: you are not sharing the activity with an unrelated group. If you are weighing this against a group session, consider how much personal attention matters to you.

The price may feel less attractive if you mainly want a long time underwater or have a particular site, depth, or wildlife encounter in mind. Those details are not specified, and the activity is presented as an introduction rather than a technical course or a full-day outing. Ask about the expected time underwater before booking if duration below the surface is your deciding factor.

Three hours is a reasonable block for the complete outing, including the center visit, briefing, boat transport, and return. The total duration is approximate, so avoid scheduling an important commitment right after it. The activity ends back at the meeting point.

Who is likely to enjoy it most

This is a strong fit if you are curious about scuba but want an instructor beside you from the start. You do not need to bring gear, and the briefing gives the experience a clear beginning before you go out by boat. The private format is especially appealing if you prefer to ask questions in a smaller setting.

It can also suit a couple, family, or small party looking for a shared first experience. The staff have been noted for helping keep children engaged while adults participated, but that should not be read as a promise of childcare. Confirm in advance what children can do, whether they can join the activity, and what arrangements are available for anyone who sits it out.

This is less suited to a person who wants a guaranteed list of marine life, a named underwater location, or a fixed amount of time below the surface. None of those specifics is supplied. Choose it for the guided introduction and the convenience of an all-in package, not for a particular underwater sight.

The experience is offered in English, and the meeting point is near public transportation. Most participants can take part, though the provider does not supply specific health or age criteria in the information available. If you have questions about eligibility, ask before paying.

Weather, timing, and booking details

The activity requires good weather. If poor weather forces a cancellation, you are offered another date or a full refund. That makes it sensible to avoid placing this outing on the final hours of a tightly scheduled trip, when rescheduling may be difficult.

You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the start time. Changes made less than 24 hours before the experience are not accepted, and cancellations inside that window are not refunded. The cut-off follows local time in Tenerife.

Bookings are made, on average, about 15 days ahead. That is not a required lead time, but it is a useful planning guide if you have a fixed date in mind. Confirmation arrives within 48 hours and depends on availability, so wait for confirmation before treating the booking as settled.

Should you book this Tenerife try-scuba experience?

Book it if you want a carefully supported first scuba outing, value a private group, and appreciate having the practical pieces handled for you. The gear, insurance, boat trip, photos, drinks, and hot shower make the $145.12 price easier to justify, while the briefing and dedicated instructor give beginners a clear point of support.

Pause before booking if your priority is a specific underwater site, a long session below the surface, or a particular wildlife encounter. Those details are not promised. Ask LJ Diving Tenerife about the expected underwater time, your instructor, and arrangements for children or non-participants. If the answers suit your plans, this is a convenient, well-supported way to try something new in Tenerife.

FAQ

How long does the experience take?

The outing lasts about three hours. The exact time spent underwater is not specified.

Where does the activity start and end?

It starts at LJ Diving Tenerife, Calle Consuelo Alfonso Diaz-Flores, 16, in Las Galletas, and ends back at the same meeting point.

Is this suitable for beginners?

Yes. The experience is designed for beginners and starts with a briefing at the center, followed by an instructor-accompanied underwater outing.

What is included in the price?

The price includes insurance, a dedicated instructor, full gear rental, a boat trip, photos, drinks, and a hot shower at the center.

Is the activity private?

Yes. Only your group takes part in the activity.

What language is offered?

The experience is offered in English.

What happens if bad weather cancels the activity?

You will be offered a different date or a full refund.