LAS PALMAS DE GRAN CANARIA ATTRACTION FIELD GUIDE
First Breath Below the Surface — Bautizo Simple at Las Palmas (80€, Ages 8+)
A half‑day, shore‑based introductory dive from Muelle Deportivo that gives first‑timers a supervised, no‑experience‑required encounter with the underwater world.
First Breath Below the Surface — Bautizo Simple at Las Palmas (80€, Ages 8+).
Bautizo Simple is a concentrated, safe introduction to scuba in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria: a supervised first dive designed to let novices and families sample the sensation of underwater breathing without committing to a full certification course. The activity is run from the Muelle Deportivo and built for accessibility and convenience.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A gentle, supervised first contact with the subaquatic world
This baptism is an introductory program that allows participants to discover and experience underwater sensations in a safe, guided setting — an unforgettable first encounter without the demands of a full dive course.
Designed for young explorers and beginners (8+)
The program accepts participants aged 8 and up and specifically requires no prior diving experience, making it a direct fit for families and true beginners.
Muelle Deportivo: shore‑side conveniences
Operated from Muelle Deportivo, the base offers practical on‑site services including free parking (3h 30’), restaurants and bars, showers and toilets, marine shops and a nearby fuel station.
What the day feels like
What Bautizo Simple Feels Like
The program condenses a first dive into a single, supervised outing: preparation on shore at Muelle Deportivo, a controlled introduction beneath the surface where participants experience breathing underwater and basic buoyancy under instructor supervision, then a return to the marina. It’s structured to be safe, manageable and memorable for those who want to try diving without enrolling in a complete certification course.
THE EXPERIENCE
A gentle, supervised first contact with the subaquatic world
This baptism is an introductory program that allows participants to discover and experience underwater sensations in a safe, guided setting — an unforgettable first encounter without the demands of a full dive course.
THE ACCESS
Designed for young explorers and beginners (8+)
The program accepts participants aged 8 and up and specifically requires no prior diving experience, making it a direct fit for families and true beginners.
THE BASE
Muelle Deportivo: shore‑side conveniences
Operated from Muelle Deportivo, the base offers practical on‑site services including free parking (3h 30’), restaurants and bars, showers and toilets, marine shops and a nearby fuel station.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this baptism suits — and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The activity runs approximately from 09:00 to 14:30.
The operator is based at Muelle Deportivo, which offers free parking for 3h 30’, restaurants and bars, toilets and showers, marine shops and a nearby fuel station.
Participants must be at least 8 years old; no prior diving experience is required.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long does Bautizo Simple take?
The program runs approximately from 09:00 to 14:30.
What is the minimum age to participate?
Participants must be at least 8 years old.
Do I need previous diving experience?
No prior diving experience is required; the program is an introductory baptism aimed at beginners.
Where does the activity take place and what facilities are available?
It operates from Muelle Deportivo, where you’ll find free parking (3h 30’), restaurants and bars, bathrooms and showers, marine shops and a fuel station nearby.
How much does the Bautizo Simple cost?
The price is 80€ per person (participants aged 8 and up).