Discover Scuba Diving in Lanzarote (Costa Teguise)

Lanzarote is a fine place to try scuba for the first time, and this small-group beginner session keeps the underwater world close and manageable. You start from shore, learn basic skills with a certified instructor, then spend about 40 minutes below the surface at no more than 5 meters.

I like two things right away: the maximum of three people per instructor means you should receive real help, not a rushed group briefing, and the price includes equipment, insurance, transport, and taxes. Goetz is praised for his calm teaching, while Liam is also part of the instructor team. The main consideration is that this is an introduction, not a full certification course, and the shallow depth may feel limited if you already have scuba experience.

Key points to know before booking

• A true first-timer session: No previous scuba experience is needed, and the instructor introduces the basic equipment and underwater skills.
• Only three people per instructor: This is useful if you feel nervous or need extra time with breathing and body position.
• Two possible shore locations: The session may use Playa del Jablillo in Costa Teguise or Playa Chica Beach, based on the day’s conditions.
• A shallow 5-meter maximum: You get a gentle introduction rather than a demanding underwater trip.
• Transport is included: Pickup is available from Costa Teguise, Tahiche, and Arrecife.
• Photos cost extra: Optional pictures are available for an additional €25.

A gentle start beneath Lanzarote’s surface

This experience is designed for curiosity, not bravado. You do not need a scuba certificate or past experience. You need to be at least 10 years old, in good general health, and ready to listen carefully before entering the water.

That makes the session a good fit for a first attempt, especially if you are unsure how you will react to breathing through a regulator. The shallow maximum of 5 meters gives you room to get comfortable without committing to a deep descent.

The underwater time lasts around 40 minutes. That is long enough to practise basic skills and look around, but short enough that the experience does not become physically tiring for most people with a moderate fitness level. The full outing lasts about two and a half hours, allowing time for transport, preparation, explanations, and getting in and out of the water.

I would not book this expecting a long expedition or advanced marine sightseeing. Think of it as a carefully supervised first taste of scuba.

Meeting Goetz, Liam, and the teaching team

The instructor can make or break a first scuba session. At Daivoon Diving Center, Goetz is frequently involved in the teaching, and Liam is also named as an instructor. The strongest pattern in the feedback is not speed or spectacle, but patience.

That matters. Many beginners feel awkward at first. The mask, fins, buoyancy equipment, and regulator can feel like a lot to manage at once. The instructor explains how the equipment works, watches your comfort level, and introduces the basic skills one at a time.

One parent and her 13-year-old daughter found the first moments underwater unsettling, with the daughter feeling helpless at the start. Patience helped her settle into the calm of the experience. That is useful advice for you: do not expect to feel natural immediately. Take a few minutes to adjust, communicate with your instructor, and let the session build slowly.

Another participant had only one previous scuba session, 10 years earlier, and arrived nervous. The introductory information helped bring back the basics. This suggests the session can also suit someone returning to scuba after a long break, not just a complete beginner.

The small-group limit is especially valuable here. With no more than three people per instructor, you should have a better chance to ask questions, repeat a skill, or signal that you need a pause. It is a much better arrangement than being one person in a large beginner group.

Playa del Jablillo and Playa Chica Beach

The listed locations are Playa del Jablillo and Playa Chica Beach. The exact site is chosen according to the day’s conditions, so you should not treat both as guaranteed stops in a fixed sightseeing sequence.

Playa del Jablillo is in Costa Teguise, close to the meeting point at Daivoon Diving Center. Its local setting makes it a practical choice for a shore-based introduction. You can spend less time getting to the water and more time preparing for the session.

Playa Chica Beach is another possible setting. Since the instructor chooses the site according to conditions, this flexibility is a plus. Calm water and a suitable entry matter more to a beginner than checking off a particular beach name.

The shore entry also changes the feel of the activity. You do not board a boat or head straight into open water. You walk into the sea with the instructor and build confidence at a controlled pace. For many first-timers, that is less intimidating.

There is a tradeoff. A shore-based session may not offer the variety or sense of adventure associated with a boat trip. You also need to be comfortable entering the water from the beach. Still, for a first attempt, the simpler setup is often an advantage.

What happens before you enter the water

The session begins with a safety briefing and an introduction to basic scuba concepts. You learn what the equipment does and how to use it before entering the sea.

The briefing is not a formality. It is where you learn how to breathe through the regulator, communicate underwater, and respond to the basic situations your instructor may ask you to practise. Listen closely, even if you have watched scuba videos before. Handling equipment on land is different from using it in the water.

You should arrive with a swimsuit and towel. Equipment is supplied, so you do not need to bring your own scuba kit. Insurance and all taxes are included in the listed price.

The experience starts at 2:30 pm at Daivoon Diving Center, C. las Conchas, Local 4, 35508 Costa Teguise. Pickup is offered from accommodations in Costa Teguise, Tahiche, and Arrecife. Give your hotel or accommodation details when booking so the center can arrange the transfer.

Private transportation is included, which adds practical value if you are staying outside central Costa Teguise. If you are already nearby, the center is also close to public transportation.

Forty minutes at a maximum of 5 meters

Once you enter the water, your certified instructor remains with you and introduces basic scuba skills during the session. The maximum depth is 5 meters, with the usual underwater time around 40 minutes.

That limit is reassuring if you are nervous about depth or enclosed sensations. You are not being sent far below the surface before you know how the equipment feels. It also gives you an easy way to look upward and see the surface, a detail one participant found particularly enjoyable while watching fish overhead.

The shallow depth does mean the session has a clear ceiling. If you already hold certification or have substantial scuba experience, this may feel basic. You are paying for instruction, supervision, and a first encounter, not for a technical or extended trip.

The focus is on comfort and simple skills. You may practise breathing, clearing or adjusting equipment, and staying calm in the water, but the exact exercises depend on your instructor and conditions. The supplied information does not promise a particular list of marine species, so book this for the experience of learning to scuba rather than a guaranteed wildlife checklist.

Still, there is a good chance of seeing marine life close up. One participant described seeing many fish while looking upward from about 4 or 5 meters. That is the sort of small, immediate pleasure that makes a shallow session worthwhile.

The value of the $96.75 price

At $96.75 per person, the cost is reasonable for a short beginner activity because several expenses are bundled together. You receive the roughly 40-minute underwater session, full scuba equipment, insurance, basic instruction, private transportation, and taxes.

The small group is the biggest value point. A cheaper large-group session may save money but give you less time with the instructor. Here, the three-person maximum should make the teaching more personal, which is important when you are still learning to breathe and move comfortably.

You should also factor in what is not included. Pictures cost an optional €25. If you want a record of the experience, ask about the photo option before or during the session. If photographs are not important to you, skipping them keeps the advertised cost closer to the final cost.

The price is less compelling for experienced scuba users. A certified diver looking for a longer session, greater depth, or a specific site will likely want a different product. For a complete beginner, a parent with an older child, or someone returning after years away, the bundled support makes more sense.

Health, age, and physical demands

The minimum age is 10. That makes the experience suitable for some families, but the child must still be comfortable following instructions and entering the water with scuba equipment.

You should be in good general health and have a moderate level of physical fitness. The activity is not recommended for people with epilepsy, bronchial asthma, or other diseases. The information supplied does not offer a medical screening process, so if you have a health concern, ask the provider before booking rather than assuming the shallow depth removes all risk.

You will need to manage a swimsuit, towel, and scuba equipment while entering and leaving the water. The session is not described as strenuous, but scuba is not a passive activity. You need to listen, communicate, and remain calm.

If you are anxious, tell the instructor early. The strongest teaching comments describe a calm and patient approach, and the small group gives the instructor a better chance to adjust the pace.

Timing, pickup, and cancellation

The experience begins at 2:30 pm and ends back at the meeting point. Pickup is available from Costa Teguise, Tahiche, and Arrecife, but you need to provide your accommodation details when booking.

This is worth doing before you plan the rest of your afternoon. The session lasts about two and a half hours, not just the 40 minutes underwater. Leave room for transport and preparation.

You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the local start time. Changes or cancellations made less than 24 hours before the start are not refunded. The activity also depends on suitable weather. If poor weather causes cancellation, you are offered another date or a full refund.

The experience is commonly booked about 14 days ahead. That is not a rule, but booking early is sensible if you need a particular afternoon or require pickup.

Who will enjoy this Costa Teguise session?

I would choose this for:

• A first-time scuba participant who wants close instruction
• A family with a child aged 10 or older who meets the health requirements
• A couple who wants to try scuba without committing to a certification course
• Someone returning to scuba after a long break
• A visitor staying in Costa Teguise, Tahiche, or Arrecife who values included transport
• Anyone who prefers a shallow shore entry to a boat-based outing

I would look elsewhere if you want a full certification, advanced skills, a deep descent, several underwater sessions, or a guaranteed named site. This is an introduction, and its simplicity is the point.

Should you book it?

Yes, if you want a careful first step into scuba and value patient instruction over a big production. The three-person limit, shallow 5-meter depth, included equipment, insurance, and transfers give the $96.75 price a solid practical case.

Book with realistic expectations. You will have one guided underwater session of about 40 minutes, not a full course or an all-day marine expedition. If you are healthy, at least 10, and willing to take the briefing seriously, Daivoon Diving Center offers a friendly way to find out if scuba suits you.

FAQ

Do I need previous scuba experience?

No. The session is designed for complete beginners, and the instructor explains basic concepts, equipment use, and simple underwater skills.

How deep will I go?

The maximum depth is 5 meters. The underwater session lasts around 40 minutes and is described as a shallow introduction.

Where does the activity take place?

The possible locations are Playa del Jablillo and Playa Chica Beach. The instructor chooses the site according to the day’s conditions, and the activity begins at Daivoon Diving Center in Costa Teguise.

How many people are in each group?

The experience has a maximum of three participants per instructor.

Is transportation included?

Yes. Pickup is available from accommodations in Costa Teguise, Tahiche, and Arrecife. You need to provide your hotel or accommodation details when booking.

What do I need to bring?

Bring a swimsuit and towel. Scuba equipment, insurance, basic instruction, private transportation, and taxes are included.

Can I cancel for a refund?

You can cancel up to 24 hours before the local start time for a full refund. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before the start are not refunded. If poor weather forces cancellation, you are offered another date or a full refund.