REVIEW · TENERIFE
TRY SCUBA DIVING with a Dedicated Instructor
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If you want your first scuba experience to feel safe and friendly, this Tenerife option is built for that. You’ll get a private instructor and a proper start with a briefing before you get in the water, so you’re not guessing or winging it. Two more things I like: full gear rental is included, and the instructor handles photos so you can actually enjoy the moment.
One consideration: the schedule depends on good weather, and if conditions are poor, you’ll either pick another date or get a refund.
In This Review
- Why this try-scuba setup feels beginner-proof
- Key highlights you’ll care about
- Where to meet in Las Galletas (and how it affects your day)
- The 140 m² briefing center: calm before the water
- Boat trip logistics: simple, not chaotic
- Your first underwater experience with a dedicated instructor
- Gear, insurance, drinks, and hot shower: the comfort math
- Photos taken for you: memories without multitasking
- Price and value at $145.12: what you’re actually buying
- Who should book this try-scuba experience?
- Practical tips to make your first time go smoothly
- Should you book LJ Dive Tenerife? A quick decision guide
- FAQ
- What’s the duration of the try scuba experience?
- How much does it cost, and what’s included?
- Do I need to bring scuba equipment?
- Will I have a private instructor?
- Are photos included?
- Where does the activity start and end?
- What language is the experience offered in?
- What’s the meeting time window?
- When will I get confirmation after booking?
- Do I need good weather?
- What if I need to cancel?
Why this try-scuba setup feels beginner-proof
This is the kind of activity where the small details matter. You’ll start at a spacious, comfort-first center (140 m²) for training and getting kitted up, then head out by boat and get one-on-one attention underwater. The format is simple: briefing, boat to the site, guided time in the water, then you’re back with a hot shower and drinks—no scramble to make it all work.
Key highlights you’ll care about
- Private instructor for your group: you’re not competing with strangers for attention.
- Beginner briefing at the center: you’ll start with guidance, not sudden water time.
- Full gear rental included: you can travel light and avoid last-minute shopping.
- Photos taken for you: you get memory backups without fussing with a camera.
- Boat trip plus drinks and hot shower: comfort continues after you surface.
- Extremely positive track record: feedback shows strong patience and calm coaching, including for kids.
You can also read our reviews of more scuba diving tours in Tenerife
Where to meet in Las Galletas (and how it affects your day)
You’ll meet at LJ Dive Tenerife, Calle Consuelo Alfonso Diaz-Flores, 16, 38631 Las Galletas, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain. It’s listed as near public transportation, which is handy if you’re staying without a car.
The practical win here is timing. With a 3-hour overall duration, you want your start point to be easy to reach—so you’re not spending your limited time in a taxi hunt. Since this activity ends back at the same meeting point, you don’t need to plan a separate return.
Also, the activity window is broad (9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, daily), which makes it easier to fit into your Tenerife rhythm—beach morning, food break, then your underwater session.
The 140 m² briefing center: calm before the water
Before anything underwater happens, you’ll do a briefing at a diving center described as spacious (140 m²). For a first-time scuba try, this matters more than people think.
A big room gives space to:
- explain how the equipment works,
- run through basic safety points,
- help you get comfortable with breathing and buoyancy concepts before you’re in open water.
That’s also where the instructor can size you up—what you need, what you already know, and how you’re handling nerves. The info provided says everything is set up so your first underwater experience is safely monitored. Translation: you’re not thrown in. You’re taught, then supervised.
If you’re traveling with kids, there’s a nice detail from feedback: the team (including people named Julie, Ludo, and Martin) is praised for patience and for keeping kids engaged while adults do the underwater part. That can make the whole day feel less stressful for families.
Boat trip logistics: simple, not chaotic
After the briefing, you go to the water spot using the boat. The flow is: instructor-led setup, then you head out with your group and your instructor continues to accompany you underwater.
Because the tour is private (only your group participates), the boat day tends to feel less like a conveyor belt. You’re not squeezing between other people’s schedules. And since the total duration is about 3 hours, the boat portion is part of a controlled plan—not an all-day excursion.
One more comfort factor: the experience includes drinks and a hot shower after. That means you’re less likely to feel “stuck” after you’re done. You can wash up, warm back up, and head for lunch without a whole detour.
Your first underwater experience with a dedicated instructor
This is the main event, and it’s set up for beginners. The description is clear that your first underwater experience is monitored by an experienced instructor, designed so you can enjoy your first immersion without stress or hurry.
Here’s what you can take from the format:
- You’ll get accompanied underwater, which reduces uncertainty when things feel new.
- Your instructor takes photos, so you’re not juggling camera settings while learning.
- You don’t need to bring your own equipment, which lowers the biggest “first-timer friction.”
From the feedback, the instruction style is a standout. People specifically mention Julie, Ludo, and Martin being patient and helping make the first experience amazing—exactly what you want when you’re new and your brain is doing two jobs at once: learning technique and staying calm.
Gear, insurance, drinks, and hot shower: the comfort math
Let’s talk value, because this matters on a first-time activity. At $145.12 per person for about 3 hours, you’re not just paying for time in the water—you’re paying for the whole system.
What’s included:
- insurance,
- dedicated instructor,
- full gear rental,
- boat trip,
- photos,
- drinks & hot shower.
Gear rental alone can be a hidden cost if you’re booking a different option separately. Insurance is also a big deal. And since this includes both pre- and post-water comfort (briefing space plus hot shower), you’re not left trying to piece together a “whole day” at the last minute.
Also, the “no need to bring equipment” line is genuinely useful if you’re packing light. For many travelers, the headache is more annoying than the price. Here, that headache is removed.
Photos taken for you: memories without multitasking
One of the most practical inclusions is that the instructor takes photos. For beginners, this is gold.
When you’re new, your attention naturally goes to breathing, hand signals, and staying comfortable. Trying to take photos at the same time often turns into blurry shots and missed moments. With photos handled for you, you get:
- a better chance of getting clear images,
- less pressure to perform,
- more time to actually take in what you’re seeing.
It’s also a relief that the instructor is trained to do this in the right moments—so you’re not relying on your own ability to control a camera while learning the basics.
Price and value at $145.12: what you’re actually buying
$145.12 per person for a guided beginner underwater session isn’t a “cheap” add-on, but it also isn’t one of those overpriced experiences that forgets to include the basics. Here’s how the value stacks up:
You’re getting a dedicated instructor and a private group setup, plus full gear rental, boat transport, insurance, photos, and post-session comforts (drinks and hot shower). Many activities only bundle one or two of those, then charge extras for the rest.
What makes it worth considering for first-timers:
- You don’t waste time or money preparing equipment.
- You get real supervision where it counts.
- You leave with photos and a washed-up feeling.
And since the booking pattern is typically done around 15 days in advance on average, it’s wise to plan ahead if you’re traveling in busier stretches. That way you can lock in a time that fits your day.
Who should book this try-scuba experience?
This one is best for:
- first-time scuba learners who want a controlled start,
- people who prefer a private coaching environment instead of sharing attention,
- travelers who don’t want to deal with gear logistics,
- families who want the team to help manage the whole experience smoothly.
It’s also a good fit if you want an activity that’s short enough to keep your travel day flexible. About 3 hours keeps it from eating half your vacation.
The info says most travelers can participate, which is a broad indicator. Still, if you have any health questions, you’ll want to check with the provider before booking—especially for anything that might affect breathing or physical comfort.
Practical tips to make your first time go smoothly
You’ll get briefing and equipment, so your job is mostly to show up ready to listen. Here are smart moves that match how this experience is structured:
- Arrive with a clear head. You’ll do a briefing before getting in the water, so being calm and on time helps.
- Wear something you can rinse off easily. You’ll have a hot shower afterward, but you’ll still want to keep the rest of your day simple.
- Bring minimal expectations about how long you’ll be underwater. This is a beginner try, and it’s about safe coaching rather than maximizing time.
- If you’re with kids, plan the day as a family activity. Feedback suggests the team works to keep children engaged while adults do the underwater part.
Finally, keep an eye on weather. The experience notes that it requires good weather, and if it’s canceled for poor conditions, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Should you book LJ Dive Tenerife? A quick decision guide
Book it if:
- you want a private instructor setup for your first scuba try,
- you value full gear rental and not having to bring equipment,
- photos and post-session comfort matter to you,
- you’d rather learn in a calm briefing space than figure it out on the fly.
Skip or reconsider if:
- you’re traveling during a period when weather disruption is a big risk for your fixed schedule,
- you’re looking for a long, all-day underwater adventure (this is designed as a short, structured beginner experience).
If your goal is a safe, beginner-friendly first underwater experience with real guidance and fewer hassles, this is the kind of booking I’d feel good about making.
FAQ
What’s the duration of the try scuba experience?
It runs for about 3 hours.
How much does it cost, and what’s included?
The price is $145.12 per person, and the experience includes insurance, a dedicated instructor, full gear rental, a boat trip, photos, drinks, and a hot shower.
Do I need to bring scuba equipment?
No. Full gear rental is included.
Will I have a private instructor?
Yes. It’s described as a private tour/activity, and a dedicated instructor is included.
Are photos included?
Yes. The instructor takes photos as part of the experience.
Where does the activity start and end?
It starts at LJ Dive Tenerife, Calle Consuelo Alfonso Diaz-Flores, 16, 38631 Las Galletas, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain, and ends back at the same meeting point.
What language is the experience offered in?
It’s offered in English.
What’s the meeting time window?
The listed opening hours are 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM (Monday through Sunday).
When will I get confirmation after booking?
Confirmation is received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability.
Do I need good weather?
Yes. The experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered another date or a full refund.
What if I need to cancel?
Cancellation is free. You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
