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Lanzarote · Experience Puerto del Carmen
Your first freediving experience in Lanzarote — live an amazing adventure underwater in crystal clear waters
Since65 €Free cancellation up to 24hWe confirm your booking with the local provider
Dive into the world of freediving in Lanzarote: Freediving Level 1 Course, Surf Survivor Course, and snorkel & freediving experience at the Museo Atlántico.
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Price
From €65 per person
Duration
From 2 hours to 2 and a half days depending on experience
Location
Puerto del Carmen · Playa Chica
Groups
Max. 4 people per instructor · personal attention
Requirements
Ability to swim · professional equipment included
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Benty tip:
July and August are high season for water sports in Lanzarote, and our instructors are very busy. Book your spot in advance to secure it.
What will you experience?
- Freediving Level 1 Course — 2.5 days with international certification (Apnea Academy / SSI / AIDA)
- Surf Survivor Course — gain confidence and control under stress in the water for surfers and ocean lovers
- Snorkel & Freediving at the Museo Atlántico — discover Europe's first underwater museum
- Full technical briefing + professional freediving equipment included
- Dives in Playa Chica, a sheltered cove with clear waters and progressive depth
- Certified instructors with competition and international safety experience
Discover freediving in Lanzarote and experience the magic of moving underwater with a single breath. Whether you want to get certified in apnea, gain confidence underwater as a surfer, or enjoy a unique experience discovering underwater sculptures, we have the perfect activity for you.
The experience takes place in Puerto del Carmen. The meeting point is a Sports Center, where you'll receive all the necessary equipment and a technical briefing session before entering the water. From there, the team will walk with you to Playa Chica, where the dive and apnea practice will take place.
We always work with certified instructors (Apnea Academy / SSI / AIDA), professional equipment, and the highest safety standards. A transformative way to connect with yourself, your breath, and the ocean of Lanzarote.
- Certified Apnea Academy / SSI / AIDA instructors
- Professional freediving equipment included
- Public Liability Insurance included
- Activities for all levels: certification, surfer safety, or unique experience
- Open Water Dives in Lanzarote
- Opportunity to discover the Museo Atlántico underwater
Your Instructor
Practicing freediving since 2005 and an instructor since 2010. He trained in Sharm el Sheikh, working and training with the best freedivers in the world. Specializing in equalization, with safety experience in world competitions, record personal bests, and manager records.
4.9 / 5 · average student rating on Google
Prices
- Freediving Level 1 Course (2 and a half days)360 € per person
- Surf Survivor Course (4–5 hrs)€120 per person
- Museo Atlántico — Snorkel & Freediving (2–3 hrs)from 65 € per person
Details
- Freediving Level 1 Course
- 2.5 days · 10–20m depth · 2 theory, static and dynamic apnea sessions + 3 open water sessions · Manual and digital certification included
- Surf Survivor Course
- 4–5 hrs · Designed for surfers and ocean lovers who want to improve safety and control under stress · Group of 1 to 4 people per instructor
- Museo Atlántico — Snorkel & Freediving
- 2–3 hrs · Unique experience to discover underwater sculptures by snorkeling or freediving · Minimum 2 people
- Meeting Point
- Sports Center in Puerto del Carmen · Equipment pick-up and technical briefing at the center · Group descent to Playa Chica for the in-water session
- Includes
- Professional instructor, full freediving equipment, and liability insurance
- Requirements (Level 1)
- Over 18 years old (12 with consent), able to swim, and valid medical certificate
- Schedules
- Schedules may vary depending on: • Sea conditions • Weather • Participant skill level • Group organization Activities typically run: • Morning: 09:00 AM – 02:30 PM • Afternoon: 03:00 PM – 06:00 PM The exact schedule will be confirmed before the activity.
- Group size
- • Minimum: 1 person • Maximum: 4 people per instructor, or 8 people for Snorkeling
- Cancellation
- Free up to 24 h before
- Recommended attire
- • Swimsuit • Towel • Water • Sunscreen
- Ideal for
- Ocean enthusiasts, surfers, and ocean curious
An experience to connect with the sea from within.
Why book with Benty?
- Canarian company (Benty Operations SL) with a local team in Lanzarote
- Secure payment via Stripe
- We confirm your booking with the local provider
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance
- Licensed providers with extensive experience
- All prices include local taxes (3% IGIC).
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is freediving done in Lanzarote?
- The activity takes place in Puerto del Carmen. The meeting point is a Sports Center where you pick up your equipment and have the briefing; then you walk down to Playa Chica, a small cove with clear waters and progressive depth, ideal for freediving.
- How much does a freediving course cost in Lanzarote?
- The Freediving Level 1 Course (2.5 days, certification included) costs €360 per person. The Surf Survivor Course (4–5 h) is €120 per person. The Snorkel & Freediving experience at the Museo Atlántico starts from €65 per person (minimum 2).
- What certification do I get with Level 1?
- An internationally recognized certification (Apnea Academy / SSI / AIDA depending on the assigned instructor), valid for freediving up to 20 m deep with a certified buddy.
- Is it safe to freedive without prior experience?
- Yes, always with a certified instructor. The courses follow international safety protocols: you never dive alone, you work in pairs, you learn rescue techniques, and you progress very gradually.
- What is the Museo Atlántico and how do you visit it?
- The Museo Atlántico is Europe's first underwater museum, located 12m deep in Playa Blanca. We visit it by snorkeling or freediving in a 2–3 hour session guided by our professional freediver.
- Do I need a medical certificate?
- For Level 1 Course, yes: a valid medical certificate. For Surf Survivor and the Atlantic Museum experience, simply being able to swim and declaring you are in good physical condition is sufficient.