2 Dives, Certified Divers – Tenerife

Tenerife’s southeast coast gives certified scuba swimmers a useful way to see more in less time: two underwater outings in one morning, with more than 16 possible locations in the Medanodive catalog. Sites may include reefs, wrecks, caves, or calmer rocky areas filled with octopus, cuttlefish, rays, moray eels, and barracudas. I like the included equipment and the very small groups, often no more than six people. I also like that the staff can adjust plans to weather, sea conditions, and your experience.

The main catch is simple: insurance is not included. You can buy a day policy at the center for 6.5, but you need to budget for it. This is also a physically active morning, and the exact sites depend on conditions rather than personal choice alone.

Key points at a glance

• Two different sites in about five hours: You get a full morning in the water instead of using the day for a single outing.
• More than 16 possible locations: The menu includes varied depths, rocky formations, wrecks, and caves.
• Small groups capped at six: This allows closer attention from the instructor and less crowding underwater.
• Equipment rental is included: You do not need to pack your own mask, suit, tank, or other standard gear.
• Underwater photos are part of the day: The guide takes pictures so you leave with a record of the outing.
• Medanodive uses several named instructors: Chris, Isma, Daniel, Mariona, Pepe, and Anna are among the staff associated with the center.

Why two morning descents work well in Tenerife

The strongest feature here is the schedule. You meet at Plaza de Galicia in El Médano at 8:30 am, complete two underwater sessions, and return to the same meeting point after roughly five hours. That leaves your afternoon open for the beach, a meal, or another part of Tenerife.

Two sessions also give you a better sense of the coast than one isolated visit. The first outing lets you settle into the water, check your air use, and get comfortable with the equipment. The second can feel more relaxed because you already know your instructor and kit.

The schedule is not a rigid sightseeing route. Medanodive selects from more than 16 locations along the southeast coast. Depth varies, and the choices may include reefs, caves, wrecks, and rocky formations. The final plan can change with weather and sea conditions. That flexibility matters in Tenerife, where a site that looks perfect on a map may not be the right choice on a particular morning.

I especially like this setup for certified people who want variety but do not want to organize tanks, equipment, transport, and site planning on their own. You get the convenience of a guided morning without committing to a full multi-day package.

What the underwater scenery may include

The coast around Tenerife offers more than open water and bare rock. The stated species list includes octopus, cuttlefish, rays, moray eels, barracudas, boxfish, parrotfish, and leopard fish. You should treat wildlife as a possibility, not a promise. No responsible operator can guarantee a particular animal, but the range gives you a good idea of what to watch for.

A patient eye helps. Octopus and cuttlefish can blend into rock, while moray eels often remain partly hidden. Rays may appear over the bottom, and barracudas add a different kind of sighting in open water. The rocky formations themselves are part of the appeal, especially when you are looking for small creatures rather than simply swimming from point to point.

The program can include shore-based sessions. In one reported morning, the first lasted about an hour and the second about 30 minutes, though your timing may differ according to the site and conditions. That is useful context: the two sessions may not be identical in length or depth.

You may also encounter wrecks or caves, but do not book expecting one specific feature. The center chooses locations from its catalog based on the day’s conditions and the group’s needs. If a cave or wreck matters most to you, ask about current options before arrival.

Meeting the Medanodive team in El Médano

The meeting point is Plaza de Galicia, 38612 El Médano, and the activity ends there. Pickup is offered, but the supplied details do not explain the pickup area or whether every booking includes door-to-door transport. Confirm that point before you rely on a hotel transfer.

The center’s named staff include Chris, Isma, Daniel, Mariona, Pepe, and Anna. People who have spent considerable time with the operation particularly praise Chris and Isma for personal attention and site planning. Daniel is also singled out for a professional manner, while Isma receives praise for guiding and sharing practical instruction.

That matters because a small scuba center can feel very different from a large resort operation. The listed maximum is six participants, and several accounts describe groups of three or fewer on some outings. A six-person limit is not a promise that every session will have only two or three people, but it does set a useful ceiling.

Small groups help in several ways. You spend less time waiting for a large party to enter the water. The instructor can keep a closer eye on air use, comfort, and buoyancy. Underwater photography is also easier when the group is not spread across a wide area.

Equipment, refresher help, and comfort

Complete equipment is included in the price. That is a real saving if you are flying to Tenerife and do not want to carry bulky personal gear. You should still bring the personal items the center asks for, but the package is designed to cover the standard kit needed for the two sessions.

The equipment is described as recent and well maintained. One account also notes access to a 15-liter tank for a person with higher air consumption. Do not assume that tank size is automatically assigned to everyone. If you use more air than average, tell the center in advance and ask what tank options are available.

A previous participant arranged one refresher session followed by a guided outing after time away from the sport. The refresher covered required safety skills before continuing to the reef. This is an important point for certified people who feel rusty. The activity is not advertised as a formal refresher course for every booking, so contact Medanodive ahead of time if you want skills practice rather than two standard guided sessions.

Comfort can make or break a morning in the water. One account describes receiving two neoprene suits, which helped people who tend to get cold. Again, this may depend on the center’s equipment and the conditions that day, but it is worth raising your thermal needs when you book.

You must be able to swim, have a moderate level of physical fitness, and hold the required certification for this activity. The minimum age is 12. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Service animals are allowed, and the meeting point is near public transportation.

How the morning is likely to unfold

Your morning begins with check-in at 8:30 am in El Médano. The instructor should explain the day’s plan, equipment, and selected locations before you head out. The exact order of the two sessions is not fixed in the supplied information, so expect the team to choose what works best for sea conditions.

The first session is your chance to get used to the kit and the water. If you have not used rental equipment recently, take your time with the fit. Tell the instructor at once if a mask leaks, a suit feels restrictive, or anything seems wrong.

After the first session, you will have a surface interval before the second. The length is not specified, so do not plan an exact appointment immediately after the activity. Use that break to drink water, review what you saw, and discuss any comfort or equipment concerns with the guide.

The second session may be shorter or longer than the first. It might focus on a different depth, a new rock formation, or another kind of habitat. The point of booking two sessions is not simply extra minutes underwater. It is the chance to see two parts of the coast and compare them.

At some point, the guide takes underwater photos. Ask how and when the images will be delivered, since the supplied details confirm the photo session but do not specify a delivery method, number of pictures, or editing service.

What the $143.37 price really covers

At $143.37 per person, the cost is not just payment for time in the water. It includes two sessions, complete equipment, guidance, access to a broad choice of locations, and underwater photography. For someone arriving without personal gear, that bundle can be good value.

The price makes less sense if you already own all your equipment and only want a short, self-directed outing. In that case, the main value is the local planning, guide support, and access to changing locations. You are also paying for the convenience of having the center handle tanks and site decisions.

Remember to add the separate insurance cost. The activity specifically excludes scuba insurance, and the center can provide a day policy for 6.5. Since the currency is not stated in the supplied information, confirm the final amount before purchase.

The group limit strengthens the value. Six is small enough for individual attention, especially compared with a large boat operation. If the group is smaller on your date, you may receive even more direct guidance, but that cannot be guaranteed.

The best fit for this experience

I would choose this for a certified person who wants a compact, guided morning and a broad choice of sites. It suits someone who values wildlife, changing underwater scenery, and practical support more than a fixed list of famous landmarks.

It is also a good match for newly certified people who want calm guidance. Several details point to a supportive teaching style, and the center can arrange a refresher when discussed ahead of time. Still, certification alone does not tell the instructor everything about your current comfort level. Be open about your recent experience, air consumption, and any concerns.

Experienced scuba enthusiasts may appreciate the small groups and flexible site planning. A person with many logged sessions described returning repeatedly, including outings along both the east and west coasts. Another person with significant worldwide experience praised the condition of the equipment and the personal approach from the owners.

This is less suitable if you need guaranteed wreck access, a guaranteed cave visit, a precise depth, or a particular animal encounter. The catalog is broad, but the day’s final sites depend on weather, sea conditions, and the group.

Practical details worth handling before you go

Book at least a day ahead if you need a specific date, and confirm the meeting point and any pickup arrangement. Booking confirmation is provided at the time of reservation. If the chosen date is unavailable, the operator will try to arrange another date and offers a full refund if that cannot be done.

The cancellation policy is friendly but strict near departure. You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the start time. Cancellations or changes inside that 24-hour window are not refunded or accepted.

Bring a swimsuit, water, and anything you normally use for a long morning near the sea. The supplied details do not specify what personal items the center provides beyond complete scuba equipment, so ask if you have special requirements.

Plan to keep the rest of your morning flexible. The advertised length is about five hours, and the actual pace can depend on equipment fitting, travel between locations, surface intervals, and sea conditions.

Should you book the two-session Tenerife package?

I would book it if you are certified, want two different coastal settings, and value a small operation with personal instruction. The included kit and underwater photos make the $143.37 price easier to justify, while the choice of more than 16 locations gives the morning useful variety.

Ask three questions before paying: which sites are likely on your date, whether a refresher can replace or form part of one session, and what pickup and insurance will cost. If you need a guaranteed wreck or cave, wait for a clear answer. If you want a flexible, wildlife-focused morning with experienced instructors and a six-person maximum, Medanodive is a sensible choice.

FAQ

Where does the activity start and finish?

It starts at Plaza de Galicia, 38612 El Médano, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain, at 8:30 am. The activity ends back at the meeting point.

How long does the activity last?

The experience lasts approximately five hours.

Is scuba equipment included?

Yes. Complete scuba equipment is included with the two underwater sessions.

Is insurance included?

No. Scuba insurance is not included. A day policy can be obtained at the center for 6.5.

What is the minimum age?

The minimum age is 12. Children must be accompanied by an adult and must be able to swim.

How many people can join?

The maximum group size is six people.