Lanzarote: Beginner Scuba Dive in Sea with Pickup & Photos

First-time scuba dive from Lanzarote beach with easy entry and photos

You’ll start on the beach in Lanzarote with a friendly instructor who explains everything simply before guiding you into calm sea water for your first scuba dive. Feel the thrill of breathing underwater among curious fish while someone snaps photos you’ll laugh at later. It’s gentle, safe, and leaves you wanting more — especially when you climb out feeling lighter than before.

What’s included

Your day includes full dive equipment rental, guidance from a certified instructor who speaks several languages, digital underwater photos as souvenirs of your beginner scuba diving adventure in Lanzarote’s sea bay, plus hotel pickup if you’re staying in Playa Blanca.

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Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Try scuba diving experience

• Attend scuba diving rules explanation
• Get suited with scuba equipment
• Enter shallow water from beach
• Take guided dive in bay
• Enjoy digital photos during dive

The Experience

“Don’t worry, you’ll breathe like a fish soon enough,” grinned Marta, our instructor, as she handed me the mask. I’d been nervous since breakfast — not scared exactly, just jittery, like my hands couldn’t decide if they were cold or excited. The sand was already warm underfoot at 10am when we met her near Playa Blanca. She spoke English but switched to Spanish for a joke with the other guide; I caught maybe two words and still laughed along. The air tasted faintly salty and sunscreen-y, which somehow made it feel more real.

The briefing was quick but careful — rules about equalizing ears, not holding your breath (which I kept forgetting), how to signal okay underwater. We suited up right there on the sand. Wetsuit felt odd at first: rubbery and tight in places I didn’t expect. My friend struggled with her fins and nearly toppled over; even Marta snorted at that. Then we shuffled down to the water’s edge — slow-motion penguins, honestly — and stepped into the bay. The main keyword here is beginner scuba diving Lanzarote, but nobody said anything about how weirdly peaceful it would feel once your face is underwater and everything goes quiet except for your own bubbles.

Marta led us out just far enough that my feet left the ground. Suddenly there were fish everywhere — silver flashes darting past, some yellow ones hanging back like they were sizing us up. She pointed out a spiky little sea urchin on a rock; I’d never have noticed it otherwise. At one point she snapped photos of us waving awkwardly (I’m sure mine look ridiculous). After maybe half an hour underwater — could’ve been less or more, time goes strange down there — we surfaced near the beach again. My hair was plastered to my forehead and my cheeks hurt from grinning so much.

I didn’t expect to feel so light afterward, like something had shifted inside me for a bit. If you’re even slightly curious about trying scuba diving in Lanzarote, honestly — just do it once. You might end up thinking about those quiet blue moments for days after.

Top questions

Is this scuba diving experience suitable for beginners?

Yes, it’s designed for first-timers with no prior experience needed.

How long does the try dive last?

The program lasts around 2 hours including briefing and dive time.

Where does the dive take place in Lanzarote?

The dive starts from the beach near Playa Blanca into a shallow bay area.

Is hotel pickup included?

Yes, hotel pickup is included if you’re staying in Playa Blanca.

What languages do instructors speak?

Instructors speak English, German, Dutch, French, Spanish and Italian.

Are digital photos included?

Yes, digital photos are taken during your dive and included as a souvenir.

What’s the minimum age for this activity?

The minimum age is 8 years old and children must be accompanied by an adult.

Do I need to be able to swim well?

You should have moderate physical fitness but don’t need advanced swimming skills.

Can people with medical conditions join?

No; check with your doctor before booking if you have any medical conditions.