Diving and freediving

The southwest area of Tenerife, where Costa Adeje is located, is one of the most popular diving areas and frequented by divers and freedivers. Its crystal clear waters are home to a great diversity of marine life in which you can find typical species of the Canarian marine fauna such as jack mackerel, rock samas, groupers, old, sea turtles, octopus and many other fascinating species. The underwater rock formations offer a breathtaking underwater landscape to explore.

Although diving conditions may vary, the water temperature is constant and always ranges from 19ºC to 26ºC, so you can boast of diving at any time of the year with a visibility of 10 to 30 meters. We recommend you to dive in different places of our coasts. In each of them you will find a different fauna and marine landscape. Dive in the area of El Puertito, El Cabezo or Caleta de Adeje and don't miss the chance to see moray eels, moray eels or cuttlefish.

There are several options available for diving lovers, whether you are a beginner or an experienced diver, but we suggest you go to some of the many authorized dive centers in our municipality. If you are a beginner or have no previous diving experience, many of the dive centers offer introductory programs, such as diving baptisms or certification courses. These will allow you to enjoy the diving experience under the supervision of professional instructors. This is the best way to guarantee your safety and to get to know the best places to see the marine fauna of our coasts.

It is important to note that, to practice scuba diving you need a valid diving certification if you want to do more advanced dives.

If you don't have a certification, you can start with a basic diving course to get it. Sea baptism is one such option and a good way to try it if you like the activity. They are conducted through accredited dive centers and clubs and have to be taught by qualified personnel with the qualification of group guide. If you see that this is your thing, you can subsequently take a diving course to obtain this certification.

As always, it is essential to follow diving safety guidelines and respect the marine environment. Do not touch or harm marine life, and avoid carrying objects that may pollute the marine environment.

If you are interested in scuba diving on your trip to Costa Adeje, we recommend contacting the local dive centers for more detailed information about the services they offer, prices and diving options available depending on your level of experience.