--- title: Beginners Scuba Diving Experience in Gran Canaria lang: en type: tour city: Gran Canaria country: Spain price: 90 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.82 reviews: 257 duration_minutes: 120 languages: [ru, uk, en, es] free_cancellation: true guidekin_pick: Two hour intro, no pickup rank_in_category: 8 of 8 (Scuba Diving & Snorkeling) schedule_checked: 2026-09-16 data_updated: 2026-09-16 canonical: https://guidekin.com/spain/gran-canaria/tours/beginners-scuba-diving-experience-in-gran-canaria/ --- # Beginners Scuba Diving Experience in Gran Canaria **Guidekin's take:** A two hour introduction to diving in Puerto Rico: gear briefing, skills in shallow water and then a guided dive along the reefs in a small group, equipment included at €90 per person. There is no hotel pickup and everyone completes a health questionnaire; keep a gap before flying. Rated 4.82 by 257 divers. ## Overview Learn how to scuba dive in Puerto Rico, Gran Canaria. During the 2 hour session, you will be familiarized with the diving equipment and given a briefing on the training skills that you will complete during your confined water session. Once you have mastered the skills we will then take you on a fun and unforgettable experience, diving around the reefs and seeing all the marine life that Gran Canaria has to offer. We only dive in small groups, making your experience personal and more fun! If you have a camera please bring this with you :) ## Key facts - Price: from €90 per person - Duration: 2h - Rating: 4.82/5 from 257 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Blue Water Diving ## What's included - Professional guide - All necessary equipment ## Not included - Food and drinks - Gratuities - We do not include a pick up or drop off service from hotels. ## Schedule - Runs: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun - Departures: 11:30, 14:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-09-16 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point Meeting at the scuba diving centre. Blue Water Diving ## Good to know - Not recommended for pregnant travelers - Wheelchair accessible - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Diving within 12 hours of flying is not recommended. All participants will be required to complete a health questionnaire prior to diving. Some pre-existing medical conditions (eg asthma, heart conditions, etc) may prevent you from diving, please consult your doctor - Minimum age - 10 years old ## How it compares in Scuba Diving & Snorkeling Ranked **#8 of 8** by Guidekin's weighted score (rating weighted by review volume). Alternatives worth comparing: 1. [Scuba Diving Experience for Beginners in Gran Canaria,Free Pickup](https://guidekin.com/spain/gran-canaria/tours/scuba-diving-experience-for-beginners-in-gran-canaria-free-pickup/?format=md) — €89 per person, 4.98 (615) 2. [2 Dive Package for Qualified Divers in Gran Canaria](https://guidekin.com/spain/gran-canaria/tours/2-dive-package-for-qualified-divers-in-gran-canaria/?format=md) — €95 per person, 4.99 (85) 3. 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