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Dive site guides, marine life spotlights, course tips and everything else from our team in Los Cristianos.

Spiny butterfly ray seen from above on black volcanic sand in south Tenerife Scuba Diving Tenerife

Spiny Butterfly Rays in Tenerife: Diving Los Cristianos, an Important Shark and Ray Area

Quick answer: the spiny butterfly ray (Gymnura altavela) is an endangered ray with wide, wing shaped fins that lives on…

Sergio Cruz Álvarez September 29, 2026
First scuba dive in Tenerife with professional instructor in Los Cristianos Scuba Diving Tenerife

Scared of Scuba Diving? Safety Questions and Fears Answered by a Tenerife Instructor

Short answer: for a healthy person diving with a qualified instructor, within training limits, scuba diving is a low risk…

Sergio Cruz Álvarez September 26, 2026
El Peñón wreck dive site in Tenerife, a former tugboat intentionally sunk near Tabaiba that has become a thriving artificial reef. Scuba Diving Tenerife

Wreck Diving Tenerife: Exploring the Island’s Most Fascinating Shipwrecks

Tenerife is widely considered one of Europe’s most versatile year-round diving destinations. Shaped by volcanic forces, the island offers dramatic…

Jakub Dvorak March 11, 2026
Student learning scuba diving during an Open Water Diver course in Tenerife. Scuba Diving Tenerife

Open Water Course in Tenerife: The Complete Program Guide (What You’ll Do, Learn, and Earn)

Start your scuba diving journey in Tenerife with the SSI Open Water Diver course. This complete guide explains theory, confined…

Sergio Cruz Álvarez March 6, 2026
Responsible diving is the key to protecting Tenerifes marine life. Learn how to enjoy scuba diving in Tenerife while respecting reefs rays and angelsharks with practical tips for beginners and c Scuba Diving Tenerife

Responsible Diving in Tenerife: How to Enjoy Marine Life Without Harming It

Responsible diving is the key to protecting Tenerife’s marine life. Learn how to enjoy scuba diving in Tenerife while respecting…

Sergio Cruz Álvarez February 6, 2026
Scuba divers exploring Tenerife’s volcanic underwater landscape in Los Cristianos, guided by professional instructors from Barbarian Diving Tenerife. Scuba Diving Tenerife

Scuba Diving in Los Cristianos: The Ultimate Guide to Tenerife South’s Best Diving Hub

Los Cristianos is one of the best places for scuba diving in Tenerife, especially if you’re staying in Tenerife South.…

Sergio Cruz Álvarez January 30, 2026
first scuba dive tenerife los cristianos Scuba Diving Tenerife

Why You Shouldn’t Just Pick “Any” Dive Center for Your First Scuba dive in Tenerife

Choosing the right dive center for your first scuba dive in Tenerife can make the difference between a stressful experience…

Sergio Cruz Álvarez January 23, 2026
Angel shark gliding along a volcanic reef in South Tenerife Scuba Diving Tenerife

Angelshark Diving in Tenerife: The Ultimate 2026 Guide

Tenerife is one of the best places in the world to see angelsharks while diving. These rare and critically endangered…

Sergio Cruz Álvarez January 18, 2026
scuba diving los cristianos beginners. 1 Scuba Diving Tenerife

Is scuba diving safe for beginners in Tenerife?

This is one of the most common questions asked by people visiting Tenerife for the first time. The short answer…

Sergio Cruz Álvarez January 7, 2026
Green Turtle, on e of the most beautiful animals in Tenerife island Marine Life Tenerife

Most Common Species You’ll See While Diving in the Canary Islands

Discover the rich marine biodiversity of the Canary Islands. From parrotfish to angel sharks, find out what species you’ll encounter…

Ainoha   Zorzo Fernandez August 9, 2025
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