Submarine Safaris Tenerife

Submarine Safaris Tenerife: what the dive is like

Board a real, fully pressurized tourist submarine Tenerife and descend to about 30 m. Sit by a 60 cm viewing window inside a spacious, air-conditioned cabin. Enjoy multilingual audio while your guide supports you throughout this submarine ride Tenerife.

What you’ll see on a submarine trip in Tenerife

Expect calm, silent views of volcanic seabeds, shoals of fish, and authentic shipwrecks just outside your window. Commentary explains each point of interest and answers questions in multiple languages.

Tenerife yellow submarine: marine life and wrecks

The iconic yellow submarine Tenerife gives you front-row seats to reefs, rock formations, and sunken boats. It is a true submarine safari Tenerife: exploration-focused, not just sightseeing.

What’s included in our submarine tour

  • Approx. 50–60 minutes total (including boarding and disembarking).
  • Personalized dive certificate as a keepsake.
  • Full-color guide to common marine species.
  • Real-time multilingual audio commentary plus live guide support.
  • Instant booking confirmation.

Safety, comfort, and family details

The submarine is fully pressurized, so no pressure discomfort. Dry, seated, and suitable for most ages (children per operator rules) and seniors. No swimming required; boarding staff assist where needed.

Booking and prices

Prices vary by season, age, and active promotions. Check live availability and current rates in our booking system for your preferred date and time of this submarine tour Tenerife / submarine trip Tenerife.

How to get to the departure point

Departures are from San Miguel Marina, within easy reach of major resorts by rental car, taxi, or public transport. See island transport guidance: Getting Around Tenerife – webtenerife.com.

More ocean experiences

Learn about local dolphins here: Dolphins in Tenerife: species you can spot on your trip.

Explore more activities: Tenerife Tours & Activities.

Frequently asked questions

A real tourist submarine dive to ~30 m with multilingual commentary, large windows, and a fully pressurized, air-conditioned cabin.

Yes, tourist submarines keep the cabin at normal sea-level pressure. There is no pressure change like in scuba. If your doctor advised you not to join any underwater activity, follow that advice.

Generally yes because there is no pressure change or physical effort. Policies vary by operator and stage of pregnancy. If in doubt, ask your doctor and the operator before booking.

Air-conditioned cabin, seated throughout, large portholes and central aisle. Doors stay closed while submerged, so you cannot step outside. If you are very sensitive, consider staying topside.

Yes. We dive in areas with abundant marine life. Sightings vary by day, but diversity is usually high. See common species.

About 50–60 minutes dock-to-dock, including boarding and safety briefing.

No. The experience is a sightseeing dive only.

Motion is minimal underwater and many guests feel fine. If you are prone to motion sickness, you may still feel mild discomfort.

Usually no. Most operators set a minimum age of 2 years for safety reasons. Bring ID for age verification.

Typically around 25–30 meters (80–100 feet), depending on conditions.

Marina San Miguel (Amarilla Golf), San Miguel de Abona. Check your ticket for the exact meeting point.

Yes. Certified vessel, trained crew, constant surface support, and redundant systems. A safety briefing is given before departure.

Yes. Crew provide live commentary about the dive, marine life, and points of interest, usually in multiple languages.

Duration

50 Minutes

Language

Audio guide in Spanish, English, German, French, Italian, Dutch, Hungarian, Romanian, Finnish, Swedish, Danish and Polish.

Free cancellation

  • To receive a full refund for the activity, it must be cancelled at least 24 in advance of its start.
  • If cancelled within 24 before the start, no refund will be made.
  • Changes made less than 24 before the activity starts will not be accepted.
  • The cut-off time is determined according to the local time of the location where the activity will take place.
  • Favorable weather conditions are essential for this activity. In the event of cancellation due to bad weather, an alternative date or a full refund will be offered.

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