Advanced Open Water PADI Diving in Tenerife
In summary
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Sports
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Duration7 days
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LevelIntermediate
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DestinationCanary Islands / Tenerife
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AgeFrom 15 - 90 years
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CO₂-Emissions28.62 kg CO2
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Type of stayIndependent traveler
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Languages
French
Spanish
English
In a few words
Prepare for your PADI Advanced Open Water Diver certification in Tenerife and take your diving to the next level in an exceptional marine environment. More than just training, it's a true progression experience, combining safety , personalized support , and the joy of exploration.
With its pleasant year-round climate , remarkable underwater visibility , and consistent diving conditions , Tenerife is the perfect place to build your confidence. The volcanic seabed , sculpted by lava and rich in biodiversity, provides a spectacular backdrop for honing your skills and expanding your expertise.
Guided by qualified instructors , you will develop your independence , improve your skills, and discover new approaches to diving, all within a structured and reassuring environment. Each dive is part of a coherent progression, adapted to your level and pace.
The certification includes a theoretical component delivered via PADI e-learning , which must be completed to receive your diploma. Access details will be provided before your trip so you can prepare for your training with peace of mind.
A unique opportunity to progress and explore the underwater riches of the Canary Islands with complete confidence.
The highlights
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Safety and supervision
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Ideal conditions all year round
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Unique volcanic seabeds
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Sport
Level
Scuba diving
In figures
Diving
- 2 average daily practices
- Maximum depth: 30 m
Management
French
Spanish
English
A team ready to listen to you, before and under the water
Upon your arrival, Louisa will be pleased to welcome you to the center and to accompany you through all stages of your stay.
She will take the time to handle the formalities with you, answer your questions, and guide you throughout your experience in Tenerife. Car rental, practical advice, excursion ideas, or great local spots: Louisa is there to make your stay easier and allow you to fully enjoy your diving holiday with complete peace of mind.
Underwater, Fouad and the team of instructors at the diving center will accompany you with professionalism, teaching skills and constant attention to safety.
Each dive is guided in a spirit of trust, listening and sharing, so that each diver can progress at their own pace, advance and experience immersions that are as enriching as they are memorable.
A passionate, available and committed team, to make your diving holiday in Tenerife a complete, human and unforgettable experience.
By choosing this diving package, you benefit from a complete, human and reassuring experience, where every detail is designed to allow you to experience diving and travel with complete peace of mind.
Program
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Arrival on the island
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
After landing, it's time to take a taxi, a bus, or rent a car to get to your accommodation.
Once you have checked in, make yourself comfortable in your accommodation.
Note: For participants wishing to rent a vehicle, you can contact us as soon as you book online. We can then direct you to reliable local agencies, known for their professionalism and which do not require a deposit (subject to availability).
Day 1 -
Building confidence & advanced basics
- Activity Diving
- Number of practices per day 1
- Maximum depth (in m) 18 m
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
- Dive 1: Progressive Immersion – up to 18–20 meters
This first dive is dedicated to getting a feel for things and building confidence.
You will discover the objectives of the training while working on the essential basics of advanced diving: buoyancy management, communication, adaptation to the environment and the first elements of autonomy.
A gentle start to lay solid foundations in a secure environment.
Day 2 -
Exploration & Mastery - Orientation & Exploration
- Activity Diving
- Number of practices per day 2
- Maximum depth (in m) 30 m
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
- Dive 2: Control and precision – up to 20–25 meters
- Dive 3: Orientation & Exploration – up to 25–30 meters
The second day marked a real increase in skills.
You deepen your underwater mastery through more committed dives, focused on control, precision and orientation.
The goal: to gain confidence, improve your dive management and fully enjoy the volcanic seabed of Tenerife, while developing your autonomy.
Day 3 -
Autonomy & validation
- Activity Diving
- Number of practices per day 2
- Maximum depth (in m) 30 m
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Level 4 Dive: Supervised Autonomy – up to 25–30 meters
Dive 5: Validation dive – up to 30 meters
The final stage of the training: putting all the acquired knowledge into practice.
This day is dedicated to autonomy, decision-making and overall dive management, always under the watchful eye of the instructor.
The PADI Advanced Open Water certification is validated on that day, if the diver has demonstrated mastery of the expected skills.
The official issuance of the certification also requires validation of the theoretical part (PADI e-learning).
If this part is not yet completed, the diver can finalize it after the practice, and the certification will be issued as soon as the theory and practice are validated.
Day 4 -
Free days and optional activities
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Free days, with no activities included, to fully enjoy the island according to your desires.
Optional and to be arranged on site:
• additional dives (discovery dives or certified dives),
• Activities and excursions in French via local French-speaking partners,
• or free time to relax and explore the island independently.
These days offer great flexibility to personalize the end of the stay.
Days 5 to 6 -
Last moments in Tenerife
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
All good things must come to an end! Check out of the hotel and head to the airport to catch your return flight.
Day 7
Note
The official issuance of the certification also requires validation of the theoretical part (PADI e-learning).
If this part is not yet completed, the diver can finalize it after the practice, and the certification will be issued as soon as the theory and practice are validated.
Accommodation
Located in the heart of the lively village of Los Cristianos in southern Tenerife, this aparthotel is an ideal base for an active holiday in the Canary Islands. Just a 15-minute drive from the dive center, it offers a convenient location for enjoying your dives while staying in a vibrant resort close to beaches, shops, and restaurants. On-site amenities include a year-round outdoor pool, apartments with kitchenettes, a gym, and bicycle rentals for an independent and active holiday.
A friendly and well-located hotel, right next to the seafront and the port, and a 15-minute drive from the diving center. It offers comfortable rooms, a year-round outdoor pool, and a varied dining menu. A convenient and lively setting, ideal for combining diving and relaxation under the Tenerife sun.
Located 16 minutes by car from your diving club and situated in the heart and in the immediate vicinity of restaurants, bars and shops, this accommodation offers comfortable and functional apartments, equipped with kitchenettes, offering total autonomy throughout the stay.
A 20-minute drive from your dive center, this friendly residence boasts a central location, just steps from shops, restaurants, and the harbor. You'll stay in a comfortable apartment with a fully equipped kitchenette and balcony, ideal for an independent stay. After your dives, relax in the year-round outdoor pool, garden, and sunny terrace. A convenient and practical address, perfect for combining underwater exploration with a vibrant seaside lifestyle.
Access
Go to the starting point
Price details
The price includes
- Personalized welcome and support from our team
- The PADI e-learning course will be sent by email before the start of the training, allowing you to prepare the theoretical part at your own pace.
- The PADI Advanced Open Water course (5 supervised dives)
- Provision of complete diving equipment (regulator, wetsuit, buoyancy compensator, tank, etc.)
- Instruction by certified and experienced instructors, with pedagogy and safety
- The awarding of the PADI Advanced Open Water certification (subject to validation of the practical and theoretical e-learning components)
- Advice and guidance for your stay in Tenerife (excursions, accommodations, tips)
- Accommodation according to the chosen package
- Accommodation according to the chosen package
The price does not include
- Flights
- The medical certificate required for scuba diving
- Mandatory diving insurance, which must be taken out by the diver (it is possible to purchase it directly at the center)
- Personal expenses and extras not mentioned in “what’s included in the price”
- The tourist tax
- The tourist tax
Options
- Flex fare and insurance
- Meals according to the chosen package
Practical information
Specific formalities
Specifics
Before your departure, check with the embassy or consulate regarding the entry and stay requirements for your destination country. You can also find this information on the France Diplomatie website ( https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/dossiers-pays/ ).
In the case of flights with stopovers operated by different airlines, also check the entry requirements of the countries you are transiting through.
It is your responsibility to ensure you are in compliance, particularly regarding the validity of your identity documents (for example, some countries require your passport to be valid for at least six months after your return) , visa requirements, necessary vaccinations, and health recommendations. And don't forget to consider any customs restrictions and other potential requirements of your destination or transit country.
ℹ️ Information may change up to the departure date, remember to regularly check official websites.
