First Breath Below: Discover Scuba in Costa Teguise’s Protected Bay

COSTA TEGUISE WATER ACTIVITIES FIELD GUIDE

First Breath Below: Discover Scuba in Costa Teguise’s Protected Bay

A four-hour, beginner-focused PADI Discover Scuba experience that covers a briefing, shallow practice at Playa Chica and a guided first dive—essential for anyone planning their first scuba outing.

First Breath Below: Discover Scuba in Costa Teguise’s Protected Bay.

Duration
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Location
Costa Teguise
Operator
The Dive Shop Lanzarote
Category
Water Activities
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
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This half‑day Discover Scuba Diving program from The Dive Shop Lanzarote lifts you out of the everyday and into the calm, fish-rich waters off Costa Teguise. After a concise briefing you’ll travel to Playa Chica, a shallow protected bay where you practice breathing and simple skills before making your first guided dive amid schooling fish, octopus and more.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE MARINE LIFE

A Bay Full of Color

Playa Chica’s protected shallows are alive with schooling bright, colourful fish, octopus, barracuda and other resident species—easy viewing for first‑time divers in calm conditions.

THE LEARNING

From Briefing to Your First Breath

The program begins with a light, practical briefing and moves quickly to shallow‑water practice so you learn basic breathing and safety skills before your guided open‑water dive.

THE LOGISTICS

Half‑Day Format with Simple Pricing

This is a compact, half‑day (approximately four hours) introduction to diving; rates listed are €75 for one dive or €110 for two, and the operator arranges pickup from your accommodation.

What the day feels like

What the Half‑Day Feels Like

The rhythm is deliberate and reassuring: a brief classroom‑style introduction, a short transfer to a protected bay, comfortable shallow‑water practice until you're ready, then a guided descent for your first open‑water experience. The emphasis is on comfort, safety and sightlines—making the ocean approachable for newcomers.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this program suits — and who it doesn’t.

1
BeginnersDesigned as an introductory dive experience for people who have never dived before; the format emphasizes skill practice and comfort in shallow, protected water.
2
Families with older childrenAges 10 and older.
3
Short‑stay travelersThe half‑day schedule (about four hours) makes this a practical option for travelers with limited time in Costa Teguise.
4
Not for under‑10sChildren under 10 are not eligible for this program; verify age eligibility before booking.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

What to Bring

The published information does not list a detailed gear checklist; participants receive a briefing and should follow operator guidance on what to bring.

Duration

Plan for a half‑day commitment of roughly four hours for briefing, transit to the bay, practice and the dive itself.

Pickup

The operator arranges pickup from your accommodation for the activity.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long does the Discover Scuba program take?

The program is a half‑day experience lasting approximately 4 hours.

What is the minimum age to participate?

Participants must be aged 10 years or older.

How much does it cost?

The rate listed is €75 for one dive; two dives are offered for €110.

Do I need prior scuba experience?

No prior scuba experience is required; the program is intended as an introductory dive with briefing and shallow practice.

Where do we practice and dive?

Practice and the first dive take place at Playa Chica, a shallow protected bay about 20 minutes from the operator’s base.

Will someone pick me up?

Yes—the operator provides pickup from your accommodation.

What marine life might I see?

The bay is described as being full of marine life, including schooling bright fish, octopus and barracuda among other species.