LEARN TO SCUBA DIVE
Learning to scuba dive is the beginning of an incredible journey.
It is your gateway to exploring the wonders of the underwater world. An entry-level scuba course is about building the confidence, knowledge, and skills that will open the door to a lifetime of unforgettable adventures beneath the surface.
At Black Sand Diving, we're committed to ensuring that this foundation is built on developing good habits from the very start. This means you will not only become a confident diver but also a steward of the marine environments you'll have the privilege to explore for years to come.
Discover Scuba Diving
Price 109€
This course is perfect for those who want to learn to scuba dive, but not quite sure if they would like it.
With a bit of online learning, pool practice and one dive in the ocean with your instructor, this mini course gives you that first experience of stepping into the underwater world & let you discover the abundance of life that lies below the surface
Experience needed
None
Minimum age
10 years old
Duration
1 day
Open Water Diver
Price 499€
This course forms the foundation of all of your future scuba diving adventures.
With a comprehensive online learning part which you can do in the comfort of your own home and in your own language, stress free pool practice and four dives in the ocean with your instructor, you will learn everything you need to know to safely and responsibly dive up to 18m deep.
Experience needed
None
Minimum age
10 years old
Duration
4 days
Ocean Explorer
Course Packs
Our Ocean Explorer Packs add buoyancy-focused diving skills with marine life discovery, helping you become a more confident diver as you embark on your scuba diving adventure.
Ocean Ready Diver
Price on request
Includes Open Water & Peak Performance Buoyancy Specialty
Ocean Discoverer
Price on request
Ocean Ready Diver plus Adventure Diver Certification with Underwater Naturalist & Fish Identification Adventure dives
Ocean Reef Explorer
Price on request
Ocean Discoverer plus Underwater Naturalist & Fish Identification Specialties.
YOUR NEXT DISCOVERY
Your first certification is just the beginning of your scuba diving journey.
Every dive is an opportunity to build new skills, discover new environments, and grow in confidence beneath the surface. Continuing your education allows you to refine your buoyancy, improve your awareness, and explore exciting new types of diving while deepening your understanding of the marine world.
At Black Sand Diving, we believe that becoming a great diver isn't about collecting certifications - it's about gaining meaningful experience, developing excellent diving habits, and creating a lifelong connection with the ocean. Whether you're taking your first Adventure Dive or working towards Advanced Open Water and beyond, every step builds on the strong foundations you started with.
Adventure Diver
Price 299€
This course is the perfect way to continue your diving journey after your initial certification.
By completing three Adventure Dives you'll gain new skills, build confidence, and discover different types of diving - all under the guidance of our qualified staff.
Experience needed
Entry Level Certification
Minimum age
10 years old
Duration
1-2 days
Advanced Open Water
Price 399€
Similar to the Adventure Diver, the course is all about gaining practical experience in a variety of diving environments.
By the end of the course, you would have done five Adventure Dives (which includes a Deep and Navigation dive), be a more versatile and capable diver qualified to dive to a maximum depth of 30m - opening the door to a wider range of dive sites and underwater adventures around the world.
Experience needed
Entry Level Certification
Minimum age
12 years old
Duration
2-3 days
Advanced Explorer
Course Packs
Our Advanced Explorer Packs combine environmentally orientated and sustainable diving practices skills with marine life discovery, helping you expand your experience as you continue your scuba diving adventure.
Eco Adventurer
Price on request
Package includes Adventure Diver & 3 PADI Specialties
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Peak Performance Buoyancy
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Underwater Naturalist
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Fish Identification
Eco Explorer
Price on request
Package includes Advanced Diver & 3 PADI Specialties
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Peak Performance Buoyancy
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Underwater Naturalist
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Fish Identification
Ultimate Explorer
Price on request
Eco Explorer plus 2 additional PADI Specialties (5 in total)
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Deep Diver
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Underwater Navigator
DIVE WITH PURPOSE
As your experience grows, so does your ability to make a positive difference underwater.
The Rescue Diver course is widely regarded as the most rewarding step in a diver's education, teaching you to recognise and prevent problems before they develop, respond effectively in emergency situations, and become a more confident and dependable dive buddy.
Beyond Rescue Diver, the journey never really ends. Whether you choose to develop specialist skills, explore new diving environments, or take your first steps towards professional-level training, every course builds on the experience you've gained and deepens your understanding of the underwater world.
At Black Sand Diving, we're here to support you every step of the way, helping you become not just a better diver, but a safer, more knowledgeable, and more passionate ambassador for our oceans.
Rescue Diver
Price 399€
(499€ incl. First Aid)
The Rescue Diver course marks a turning point in every diver's journey, transforming you from someone who simply explores the underwater world into a diver who is prepared to look after both yourself and others.
Through realistic scenarios and practical problem-solving, you'll develop the awareness, confidence, and skills to prevent incidents before they happen and respond effectively when they do.
Experience needed
Advanced Certification
Valid First Aid Certificate
Minimum age
12 years old
Duration
1-2 days
NOTE : Equipment rental not included
Diver Specialties
from 199€
Specialty courses are your opportunity to build on your skills and tailor your diving to the experiences that inspire you most.
At Black Sand Diving, we're particularly passionate about environmental specialties that deepen your understanding of marine ecosystems while promoting safe and sustainable diving practices. These courses will make you a more capable diver and a stronger advocate for protecting the underwater world.
Peak Performance Buoyancy
Price 199€ (1 day)
Underwater Naturalist
Price 199€ (1 day)
Fish Identification
Price 199€ (1 day)
Digital Underwater Photography
Price 199€ (1 day)
Deep Diver (min age 12yrs)
Price 299€ (2 days)
Master Diver
Explorer Packs
Our Master Explorer Packs are for any diver, regardless of experience who is passionate about exploring the underwater world.
At Black Sand Diving we can provide tailored packages that combine outstanding training with exceptional value through a range of specialty courses and real-world diving.
Our Master Diver Packs also have equipment & accommodation options available, making this a true and unique experience for La Palma.
Contact us today for your bespoke pricing options.
INSPIRE, LEAD & MENTOR
For some divers, the journey doesn't end with mastering their own skills - it evolves into inspiring and supporting others.
Professional-level training is about becoming a leader both in and out of the water. You'll develop advanced diving knowledge, refine your leadership and problem-solving abilities, and gain the confidence to guide certified divers or introduce new students to the underwater world.
Whether you're looking to work in the dive industry, travel the world, or simply deepen your passion for diving, at Black Sand Diving we're committed to mentoring the next generation of dive professionals, helping you build the skills, confidence, and professionalism needed to inspire others and protect the oceans we all love.
PADI Divemaster
from 999€*
The Divemaster course is where your experience, knowledge, and passion for diving come together.
It’s the first step into the professional side of the industry and an opportunity to become the person other divers look to for guidance, confidence, and inspiration.
The Divemaster course is about developing the judgment, leadership, and professionalism to become a true ambassador for the underwater world.
Requirements
At least 40 logged dives
Recue Diver or equivalent
Valid First Aid
Minimum age
18 years old
Duration
at least 4 weeks (full time)
Part-time options
Price includes
PADI Materials
Price excludes
PADI Registration Fees
Equipment Rental
PADI Assistant Instructor
from 1,399€*
The Assistant Instructor course takes your leadership abilities to the next level, evolving it into the ability to teach, gaining a deeper understanding of how divers learn, how training is delivered, and what it takes to help others build confidence in the water.
It's an important step toward becoming an instructor and toward sharing your passion for diving with the next generation of divers.
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Requirements
At least 60 logged dives
Divemaster or equivalent
Valid First Aid
Minimum age
18 years old
Duration
1 week (full time)
Price includes
PADI Materials
Price excludes
PADI Registration Fees
Equipment Rental
*Pro Level
Packages Pricing
Every candidate brings their own experience, skills, knowledge, strengths, and areas for development.
At Black Sand Diving our goal is to transform our candidates into a dive professional who not only meets the required standards, but holds themselves to the highest standards in everything they do.
We can take you from never dived before, right through to Instructor and all our packages will provide you with sufficient opportunity to dive & build your experience and confidence in the water.
All our Pro Level packages come with accommodation & equipment options making La Palma a perfect place to become a scuba diving professional.
Contact us today for your bespoke pricing options.