Scuba diving is swimming underwater, or taking part in another activity, while using a scuba set. By carrying a source of breathing gas (usually compressed air), the scuba diver is able to stay underwater longer than with the simple breath-holding techniques used in snorkeling and free-diving, and is not hindered by air lines to a remote air source.

Gran Canaria is of volcanic origin and its seabed offers an impressive biological and ecological richness. There are numerous interesting places for scuba diving, which are spread out along the entire length of the coast of Gran Canaria.

Lovers of this sport will find numerous scuba diving schools and clubs on the island, where you can take courses in scuba diving throughout the year. It is also possible to take part in organised scuba dives.

Diving-centers and diving-schools in Gran Canaria:

Atlantic Diving Puerto de Mogan Hotel Club de Mar Tel.: 689 352049 www.clubdemar.com Email: atdiving@clubdemar.com	Aquanauts Diving school Puerto Rico C.C. Puerto Base Local 5 Tel.: 928 560655 www.aquanauts-divecenter.com Email: info@aquanauts-divecenter.com
Divecenter Nautico San Agustin Tel.: 928 778168 www.divers-web.de Email: info@divers-web.de	Dive Academy Gran Canaria Arguineguin Puesta del Sol Tel.: 928 736196 www.diveacademy-grancanaria.com Email: info@diveacademy-grancanaria.com
Canary Diving Adventure Taurito Hotel Taurito Princess Tel.: 928 565428 www.canary-diving.com Email: info@canary-diving.com
Davy Jones Diving Playa de Arinaga Luis de Velasco, 39 Tel.: 699 721 584 www.davyjonesdiving.com Email: webinfo@davyjonesdiving.com	Scuba Sur Patalavaca Marina Anfi del Mar Tel.: 928 150105 www.scubasur.net Email: scubasur@terra.es