After-dark dives off Arguineguín: learning to read the ocean when the sun goes down

ARGUINEGUÍN WATER ACTIVITIES FIELD GUIDE

After-dark dives off Arguineguín: learning to read the ocean when the sun goes down

Two supervised dives in Arguineguín that teach night and low-visibility techniques and award the SSI Night Diving & Limited Visibility Specialty.

After-dark dives off Arguineguín: learning to read the ocean when the sun goes down.

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Location
Arguineguín
Operator
Scuba Sur
Category
Water Activities
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
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This SSI Night & Limited Visibility specialty in Arguineguín trains certified recreational divers to move and communicate under low light and limited visibility, completing two dives and earning a recognized specialty certification after mastering entries, exits and night-specific teamwork.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE NIGHT LIFE

See what only comes out after dark

The course emphasizes night and low-visibility behavior—how to spot and work around creatures that emerge after sunset—and gives you the skills to observe them safely.

THE CERTIFICATION

Two dives to a specialty credential

Complete the two required dives and the program’s skills practice to earn the SSI Night Diving and Limited Visibility Specialty certification.

THE SKILLS

Practical, buddy-focused low-visibility techniques

Instruction covers entry and exit techniques, use of specialized equipment, and structured buddy communication so you can dive confidently after dark or when visibility falls.

What the day feels like

What the outing feels like

The course is hands-on and compact: you practice low-visibility procedures and night-specific entries, complete two guided dives to apply those skills, and finish with the SSI specialty certification—an evening-focused program that extends your diving day and repertoire.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this course suits—and who should wait.

1
Certified recreational diversIdeal for divers who already hold an Open Water certification and want to extend their skill set to night and low-visibility conditions.
2
Families with older teensOpen to participants from age 12, making it an option for younger certified divers ready to expand into night diving.
3
Safety‑minded adventurersA course for divers who prioritize technique, communication and safe procedures in challenging visibility rather than inexperienced or solo exploration.
4
Unsuitable for uncertified swimmersNot appropriate for people without Open Water certification or those unable to provide a valid medical declaration or certificate.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

What’s included

Basic equipment use and boat fees are included in the program.

What’s not included

Dive insurance (if you are not personally covered), course materials and the certification itself, and rental dive computers are not included.

Requirements

Participants must hold an Open Water certification and present a valid medical declaration or certificate; minimum age is 12.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How many dives are part of the program?

The course consists of two dives.

What is included in the price?

Basic equipment use and boat fees are included.

What is not included?

Dive insurance (if not personally covered), course materials and the certification, and rental dive computers are not included.

What are the entry requirements?

You must be at least 12 years old, hold an Open Water certification, and present a valid medical declaration or certificate.

How large are the groups?

Trips are limited to a maximum of four participants.

How much does the course cost?

The listed price is 205€ per participant.