Diving in Gran Canaria: 2 dives with a professional guide

Two dives on reefs and wrecks off Gran Canaria's coast

A 2-dive activity for PADI-certified divers in Gran Canaria, departing from the dive centre with a professional guide in English or Spanish. You prepare equipment and complete paperwork at the centre, then board the boat moored outside for two dives at depths of 16–18 metres on a mix of reef and wreck sites, returning around 1pm. A guide is included. Equipment hire is optional at checkout.

The experience

Gran Canaria's dive sites sit in the 16–18 metre range and mix reefs with wreck dives, so you get variety in a single morning. The boat leaves directly from the dive centre, cutting out travel time and letting you focus on the water. You'll work with a professional guide throughout, and the whole operation (gearing up, paperwork, both dives and the return) fits into about five hours.

The morning starts on land: you prepare your equipment and fill out the required health questionnaire at the dive centre. Once that's done, you load the boat and head out for the first dive, then surface, regroup and move to the second site. Most divers are back at the centre by 1pm, which leaves the rest of your day open.

You'll need current PADI certification to join. If you don't have your own gear, equipment hire is available at checkout. If you do, bring it and skip the rental. The guide speaks English or Spanish, and the operation welcomes divers from age 10 upward, though all participants complete a health questionnaire before entering the water.

What’s included

• Professional guide in English or Spanish.
• two dives on reef and wreck sites.
• use of the boat moored at the dive centre.
• equipment preparation and paperwork at the centre. Equipment hire is available at checkout for an additional cost.

Options for this experience

2 options

Two dives, equipment rental not includedUp to 15 people · Guide in English or Spanish · 08:30Join one of Blue Water's guides at our excellent dive sites. We offer a broad selection of reefs, wrecks and walls suitable for divers of every level.

Two dives including equipment rentalUp to 12 people · Guide in English or Spanish · 08:30Join one of Blue Water's guides at our excellent dive sites. We offer a broad selection of reefs, wrecks and walls suitable for divers of every level.

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day except SaturdayDeparts at 08:30

Book up to4h before

AgesAdult (15 to 70 years) · Child (10 to 14 years) · Under 10: can't be booked

GroupUp to 10

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 8 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical effortNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problems

Operated by Blue Water Diving

Is this one for you?Book this if you hold PADI certification and want to dive both reef and wreck sites in one morning. Choose equipment hire if you're traveling without your own gear.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (10 to 14 years). Children under 10 can't be included in the booking.

What dive sites will I visit off Gran Canaria?

The dive centre rotates between reef and wreck sites in the 16–18 metre range, choosing based on conditions and what suits the group's experience level. You'll do two dives in a single morning, typically returning by 1pm.

Do I need to bring my own diving equipment?

You can bring your own gear or rent equipment at checkout. Either way, you prepare everything at the dive centre before boarding the boat.

What PADI certification do I need?

You must hold current PADI certification to participate. All divers complete a health questionnaire on the morning of the dive, and some pre-existing medical conditions may prevent participation: consult your doctor if you have asthma, heart conditions or other concerns.

How long does the whole activity take?

The morning runs about five hours from start to finish, including equipment prep, paperwork, two dives and the return to the dive centre, which is usually around 1pm.

Can I dive if I've just flown in?

Diving within 48 hours of flying is not recommended due to decompression risk. Plan your arrival accordingly if you want to dive on your first day in Gran Canaria.