2x diving package, on request including refreshment

Tenerife’s underwater world is the star here: volcanic rock, caves, rays, barracuda, turtles, and plenty of smaller fish. Ocean Trek Tenerife keeps the day personal, with a maximum of eight people and an instructor who adjusts the plan to your experience. Two scuba sessions in one day gives you far more than a quick taste of the coast.

I especially like the careful site planning around wind, waves, and visibility, plus the chance to request a short refresher before getting in. I also like that full equipment and hotel pickup are included within 10 kilometers of the center. The main consideration is the price, $168.03 per person, and the fact that conditions can change the sites or cancel the outing.

Key points to know

• Two underwater sessions: Each usually lasts 40 to 60 minutes, with about 45 minutes to rest between them.
• Sites matched to your experience: Newer or recently inactive scuba users may begin at a site no deeper than 12 meters.
• Local marine life: Rays, turtles, barracuda, triggerfish, sponges, and reef fish have all been seen on these routes.
• Small group size: The maximum is eight people, giving you closer contact with your instructor.
• Pickup near Costa Adeje: Hotel transport is included within 10 kilometers of Ocean Trek.
• Shore and boat options: The exact plan depends on sea conditions, your experience, and the sites available that day.

Two Scuba Sessions Along Tenerife’s Volcanic Coast

This is a full half-day in the water, not a quick resort activity. You meet at Ocean Trek on Calle Valencia in Costa Adeje, prepare your equipment, and work with your instructor to plan two underwater sessions.

The normal day takes about four to six hours, including arrival, preparation, transport if needed, surface intervals, and returning to the meeting point. Each session generally runs 40 to 60 minutes, depending on your air use. Between them, you get about 45 minutes to rest.

That timing matters. You are not being rushed from one entry to the next, and you have space to warm up, drink water, and discuss what you saw. At the same time, this is not an all-day boat expedition. It fits neatly into a Costa Adeje holiday, especially if you want the morning or afternoon free for another activity.

The coast around Tenerife is shaped by volcanic rock, so the scenery below the surface is quite different from a sandy tropical reef. You can expect rocky formations, reef areas, caves, and fish that use the coastline for shelter. The exact site depends on conditions, which is a useful safety measure rather than a weakness.

Getting Ready at Ocean Trek in Costa Adeje

The first part is practical. You try on your wetsuit, check your scuba equipment, and talk through the plan with your instructor. If you have not been in the water for some time, you can request a short review of the main theory and basic exercises.

That refresher option is one of the strongest features for anyone who has a certification but has not used it recently. You do not have to pretend your skills are fresh. A short check of key procedures can help you feel calmer and more in control before heading to the coast.

The staff named in the available information include Gerhard, Gaby, Juan, and Zoe. The team’s approach is described as careful, friendly, and professional, with guides taking time to explain each site and its conditions. You should still tell the center honestly about your experience, comfort level, and last scuba session. That information helps your instructor choose a sensible first site.

The equipment rental is included, so you only need to bring a swimsuit and dry clothes for changing afterward. Bottled water is also provided. Food and other drinks are not included, so bring or buy anything you need for the interval if your schedule requires more than water.

How Your Experience Affects the Route

The center normally plans sessions between about 12 and 30 meters, depending on your certification and experience. If you have not been underwater for a long time, the first session is usually kept to a simpler site of up to 12 meters.

That is a good arrangement for mixed levels. You can start with a calmer reintroduction, then discuss a second site once your instructor has seen how comfortable you are. The next location can be arranged at short notice, rather than being fixed long before anyone knows the day’s wind or visibility.

People with more experience may have the chance to visit deeper volcanic formations. Still, the schedule is not a promise of a particular depth or animal. The team chooses according to your ability and the sea, so you should book this for a well-run day on Tenerife’s coast, not for one guaranteed species or site.

The marine life can be a real highlight. Specific sightings described from these outings include stingrays, eagle rays, Atlantic rays, turtles, barracuda, triggerfish, and many smaller reef fish. One session near a wreck at Las Galletas included a notably large ray. These sightings are never guaranteed, but the range gives you a good sense of what makes the area interesting.

Shore Access, Rocky Coves, and Boat Options

Some outings use shore entry, while others include boat access. A shore session at El Balito uses an old jetty for entry and exit, giving the day a more rugged, local feel than a simple walk into a sandy bay.

Shore access can also require more physical effort. You should be comfortable with a moderate level of fitness, carrying or wearing scuba equipment and managing entry and exit near rocky areas. The information provided does not promise an easy beach entry at every location.

Las Eras has also been used for sessions and is described as a strong site for marine life. The exact mix of shore and boat work depends on the day. Ask about the planned entry method when you arrive, especially if stairs, rocky access, or boat movement affects your comfort.

The flexibility is valuable in Tenerife, where wind can change conditions through the day. Rather than forcing every group into the same spot, the team can select between available sites. That may mean you do not get the place you had imagined, but it gives you a better chance of a safe and enjoyable outing.

Why the Small Group Matters

The maximum group size is eight. That is not a private session, but it is small enough to give you better access to the instructor than a large resort group.

The benefit is clearest during preparation and the refresher. You have more opportunity to ask about equipment, buoyancy, entry procedures, or the plan for the next session. Underwater, a smaller group also makes it easier for the guide to keep track of everyone.

The available information points to instructors who give clear briefings and adjust their attention to the people in the water. That suits newer scuba users, solo participants, and anyone who wants a relaxed pace rather than a crowded group.

Experienced people should not expect a private guide automatically. The package is a small-group outing, and the maximum of eight still allows different abilities in the same group. Tell Ocean Trek what kind of day you want when booking, then repeat that conversation at the center.

What the Marine Life Can Add to the Day

The volcanic setting gives you more to look at than open blue water. Rocky reefs provide spaces for fish, while caves and underwater structures add variety to the route. Sponges have also been seen in underwater caves.

Rays are a recurring possibility in the local sightings. Atlantic rays, stingrays, eagle rays, and a large ray near a wreck at Las Galletas have all featured in past outings. Turtles and barracuda are also possible, along with triggerfish and smaller species.

You should approach the wildlife as a bonus, not a guarantee. The instructor’s local knowledge helps you know where to look, but marine animals move and conditions can limit visibility. The stronger promise is a thoughtfully chosen volcanic site and time to explore it at an unhurried pace.

If you enjoy photography, ask about the plan before setting out. Gerhard has taken underwater photographs for participants on previous outings, but photography is not listed as an included service. Do not assume that images will be provided with this package.

Price, Pickup, and What You Actually Get

At $168.03 per person, this is not the cheapest way to spend a few hours in Tenerife. The price makes more sense when you count the two sessions, full equipment rental, professional instruction, bottled water, and hotel pickup within 10 kilometers of the center.

You are also paying for local planning. The team chooses sites around wind, waves, visibility, and ability rather than simply repeating one route. For someone who wants a supported day and does not want to bring or rent separate equipment, that package can be good value.

Pickup is available from hotels within a maximum 10-kilometer radius. If you are farther away, you need to make your own way to Calle Valencia in Costa Adeje. The activity ends back at the meeting point, so do not assume transport to a hotel outside that area.

Bring your swimsuit and dry clothing. Food and drinks are not included, so plan around the approximately 45-minute break. Public transport is nearby, which gives you another option if pickup does not apply.

Who Should Book This Tenerife Scuba Package?

I would choose this experience if you are already certified, want two sessions in one day, and prefer a smaller operation with a flexible site plan. It also suits someone returning to scuba after a break, since a short theory and skills review can be arranged.

It can work for newer scuba users as well, provided you meet the activity requirements and have the needed qualification for the planned session. The team can start less experienced or recently inactive people at a site up to 12 meters.

Families with older teenagers may find the format useful, as one group previously included two adults and two teens. Still, every participant needs to meet the activity’s requirements, and you should ask Ocean Trek directly about any age or certification questions not covered in the provided details.

I would not book it if you need a guaranteed turtle sighting, a fixed wreck route, or a private instructor. I would also think twice if you dislike rocky entry points or have low physical fitness. Conditions can alter the plan, and poor weather can lead to a new date or a full refund.

Free cancellation is available if you cancel at least 24 hours before the local start time. Changes or cancellations inside that window are not refunded, except when the operator cancels because of poor weather.

Should You Book Ocean Trek Tenerife?

Book this package if you want a properly planned half-day with two substantial underwater sessions, included equipment, and a small group. The careful matching of sites to experience is especially useful if you have been out of the water for a while.

The best reason to choose it is the combination of flexibility and local attention. You may explore El Balito, Las Eras, Las Galletas, or another site selected for the day, with rays, turtles, barracuda, and volcanic rock all possible.

Skip it if you want a quick introductory activity with no fitness demands, or if $168.03 feels high for a four to six-hour outing. For certified scuba users who value safety, guidance, and a second session instead of a rushed single outing, Ocean Trek offers a practical way to spend part of a Tenerife holiday.

FAQ

How long does the Ocean Trek scuba package last?

The full activity usually takes about four to six hours, including arrival, preparation, the two underwater sessions, the break, and departure.

How long does each underwater session last?

Each session usually lasts between 40 and 60 minutes, depending on your air consumption.

How much time is there between the two sessions?

The normal surface break is about 45 minutes.

What depth can I expect?

Depending on your experience, sessions are usually planned between 12 and 30 meters. If you have not been underwater for a long time, the first site is generally no deeper than 12 meters.

Is scuba equipment included?

Yes. Full scuba equipment rental is included in the price.

Is hotel pickup available?

Yes. Pickup and return are included for hotels within a maximum radius of 10 kilometers from Ocean Trek in Costa Adeje.

What should I bring?

Bring a swimsuit and dry clothes to change into afterward. Bottled water is included, but food and other drinks are not.

How many people can join?

The activity has a maximum of eight participants.

What happens if the weather is poor?

The activity requires suitable weather. If poor weather causes cancellation, you can choose another date or receive a full refund.