Diving Center - Canary Islands

Stepping into the Canary Islands, you'll find Diving Center an easy option for getting wet. They run a range of courses, so if you're looking to get certified or just want to knock off a few fun dives, they can usually sort you out. We hear good things about their local knowledge, particularly around the shallower reefs that are perfect for knocking the rust off your skills. While we don't have specifics on rental gear or the agencies they certify with, it’s a solid pick for a relaxed day of diving in the Canaries.

Location
Canary Islands, Spain, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
28.405710, -16.571440
Courses
yes

Dive Sites Near Diving Center

Diving Center provides access to 15 dive sites in Canary Islands.

Other Dive Centres in Canary Islands

Best Time to Dive in Canary Islands

The warmest water temperatures in Canary Islands occur in September, averaging 23.7°C. The coolest conditions are in March at 19.3°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 20.1°C
  • February: 19.5°C
  • March: 19.3°C
  • April: 19.8°C
  • May: 20.6°C
  • June: 21.8°C
  • July: 22.6°C
  • August: 23.1°C
  • September: 23.7°C
  • October: 23.5°C
  • November: 22.4°C
  • December: 21.3°C

Marine Life in Canary Islands

Home to 80 recorded species including 50 reef fish, 9 whales & dolphins, 8 sharks & rays, 2 octopus & squid, 2 crabs & lobsters, 2 worms.

Notable Marine Life

Recommended Packing List for Canary Islands

Based on average water temperature of 21.5°C, currents 7 cm/s.

  • Wetsuit (3-5mm) - comfortable for 21°C water
  • Mask - essential for every dive
  • Fins
  • BCD - buoyancy compensator
  • Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
  • Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
  • Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
  • Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
  • Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories