FAQs
Welcome to Brothers Diving, your gateway to the mesmerizing underwater world of Gran Canaria! Below, we’ve compiled essential information to enhance your scuba diving experience with us.
If you have any other questions, feel free to reach out to our friendly team.
How is Scuba Diving in Gran Canaria?
Gran Canaria offers exceptional scuba diving opportunities. The crystal-clear Atlantic waters teem with marine life, making every dive an adventure. Gran Canaria offers both shore and boat diving options. Our dive sites are perfect for divers of all levels.
What Marine Life Can I Expect to Encounter in Gran Canaria?
Prepare to be amazed! The volcanic landscapes and fauna are equally captivating, promising delightful encounters on every dive. Gran Canaria’s underwater realm is teeming with life. Keep an eye out for:
- Colorful Reef Fish: From parrotfish to damselfish, the reefs are alive with vibrant hues. Big schools of Dreamfish and “Roncadores”.
- Octopi: Masters of camouflage, they blend seamlessly with their surroundings.
- Rays: Stingrays, Bullrays, Eaglerays, Butterflyrays…. pick one!
- Angel Sharks: These gentle creatures often rest on sandy bottoms on when water temperature is below 21°Cdegrees.
- Moray Eels: Their curious faces peek out from rocky crevices.
What is the Water Temperature and Weather like in Gran Canaria?
- Water Temperature: Varies between 18°C and 25°C, with the warmest months being September and October.
- Weather: Gran Canaria enjoys a sub-tropical climate, allowing year-round diving in wetsuits. Expect sunshine but windy days.
How long should I wait to fly after scuba diving?
After a single dive you should be waiting 12 hours. If you have done 2 consecutive dives you should not be flying before 18 hours.
If you have done 3 dives during the same day, wait at least 24 hours from your last dive.
Is Gran Canaria Suitable for Beginner Divers?
Absolutely! Gran Canaria offers a variety of dive sites suitable for beginners. Our experienced instructors will guide you through safe and enjoyable dives. Whether you’re a novice or an advanced diver, there’s something for everyone.
What Is a Try Scuba Experience?
Our Try Scuba program is perfect for first-timers. Under the guidance of our qualified instructors, you’ll experience the magic of breathing underwater in confined water. By the end of this short course, you’ll earn your SSI Try Scuba recognition card and likely want to explore more. It’s where your scuba journey begins!
Visit SSI Try Scuba program official page.
What Makes Brothers Diving Unique?
- Small Groups: We keep our dive groups small for personalized attention.
- High-Quality Equpment: Our Diving gear is the best you can find. we picked top quality equipment from well established brands, like Fourth Element, Scubapro, Cressi, Tecline and Mares.
- Passionate Instructors: Our team loves diving and sharing their knowledge.
- Eco-Friendly Practices: We respect the marine environment and promote responsible diving. We are Blue Oceans official partner!
Remember, every dive with Brothers Diving is a chance to explore, learn, and connect with the ocean. We look forward to welcoming you to our underwater family!
A Day of Diving with Brothers Diving
- Start Time: Our diving day normally kicks off at 8:00 am. We meet, we chat, we fill paperwork and prepare the gear before driving to the dive site. If you need a pick up within Maspalomas area, we’ll collect you free of charge.
- Dive Sites: We don’t make plans much in advance. We check weather conditions and we choose the best spot to dive from the shore. If you want to dive from the boat we can arange it with some notice.
- Duration: We do 2 dives in the morning with roughly 1 hour surface interval. Expect to be back at the diving center around 13:30.
Remember, endless scuba diving adventures await you, and Brothers Diving is here to make them unforgettable. Dive in and discover the wonders beneath the surface!
For more details, contact us directly. Happy diving! 🌟
I want to dive with you! How can I book?
Our preferred booking method is phone or WhatsApp: send us a message or give us a call to +34 681 16 16 61. You’ll have a faster answer!
You can also send us an email: contact@brothersdiving.com or fill the form available in the CONTACT page.