Best Places for Beginner Scuba Diving in Tenerife
Beginner scuba diving in Tenerife is one of the best adventures you can try on the island. With calm waters, amazing visibility and incredible marine life, Tenerife is a perfect place for your very first dive!
At Lov’Ocean, I love guiding beginners into this new world — calmly, at your own pace, and always with fun and safety first.
In this article, you’ll discover the best beginner-friendly dive spots in Tenerife and what you can expect under the surface.
Ready to explore the ocean? 🤿💙
What You Will Discover in This Guide
• The best beginner scuba diving spots in Tenerife
• What marine life you can see as a first-time diver
• Tips for enjoying your first dive to the fullest
• How to book a private and safe experience with Lov’Ocean
Playa de Las Vistas — Perfect Beginner Scuba Diving Spot
Playa de Las Vistas is one of the most popular and safest places for first-time divers — and a favourite place for training dives. The gentle sandy entrance, shallow depth and usually zero current make it ideal for getting confident in the water.
You may see:
• Trumpetfish 🎺🐟
• Stingrays ✨
• Colourful schools of fish 🐠🐠
A perfect start for your first underwater adventure!
Abades — Clear Water & Great First Dive Experience in Tenerife
Abades is one of the top beginner scuba diving spots in the south of Tenerife. The bay is naturally protected with calm conditions almost all year — great for feeling safe and relaxed underwater.
Possible marine life encounters:
• Rays
• Colourful fish
• Octopus 🐙
• And sometimes a sea turtle 🐢 if we’re lucky!
Visibility is often excellent — perfect for underwater photos and videos 📸✨
El Puertito — Calm Bay & Surprising Marine Encounters
El Puertito, located near Costa Adeje, is a relaxed bay famous for its peaceful underwater environment. It’s a great choice for beginners who want to feel safe and enjoy beautiful marine life during their first dive.
You may see:
– stingrays
– cuttlefish
– and if we are lucky, green sea turtles swimming around 🐢✨
It’s a calm and enjoyable place to explore the ocean for the very first time!
Why Choose Lov’Ocean for Your First Dive in Tenerife?
Your first dive should be an unforgettable memory — not a stressful moment. We take the time to explain everything step by step, and we always dive at your own pace.
With Lov’Ocean you get:
• 100% private diving — just you and the instructor
• Hotel pickup and return included 🚐
• Photos & videos included 📸🤿
• Calm, safe, and fun atmosphere
• A certified and super patient instructor 😊
Plan Your Beginner Scuba Diving Experience
Ready to discover the underwater world?
Send me a message and we will plan your private beginner dive together!