Hygiene measures
- Arrival
- Disinfectant gel is provided
- Voluntary wearing of a face mask
- Max. occupancy of 5 persons in the entrance area
- Completion of the medical questionnaire for divers
- Support us by sending in advance your documents (diving certification, diving insurance, medical diving certificate) by email (info@blackstonedivecenter.com) or WhatsApp/Signal (+34 653 921 273).
- We enable payment for our activities by bank transfer or PayPal.
- The cleaning of all diving equipment is done with the deepest care. Each piece of equipment is pre-treated after use with the appropriate detergent/disinfectant, washed and prepared for the next use.
A lot of helpful information and current entry regulations can be found on this page of the Canary Islands tourism federation:
Safety standards
Your safety is our priority
- All activities provided by Blackstone Dive Center are covered by general insurance provided by AXA
- We have a valid contract with decompression chamber and rescue boat
- Our instructors are contracted and certified to guide dives, teach diving and snorkeling, and manage rescue situations
- Company cars are equipped with oxygen tanks and first aid kits
- Every diver going for an activity with us is obligated to have personal insurance which you can buy at the Dive Center starting from 6.50€
Who can go diving?
Diving is a safe sport, but as all activities need some rules and standards to prevent potential problems. We offer different activities for participants from 8 years old. Every diver needs to fill the medical statement and if all answers are “NO” then without doubts we can GO DIVING! In case the medical form indicates some possible problems with your health we will ask you to bring special certification from a physician.
Below you can find medical statements in different languages. Choose one and check if you need any medical consultations.
Diving equipment requirements
According to the Royal Decree 550/2020 every scuba diving gear must consist at least of the following parts:
- Buoyancy Control Device (BCD)
- Scuba mask /goggle
- Fins / Flippers
- Gas supply with 2 second stages
- Pressure gauge
- Cutting tool
- Diving computer
- Whistle
- Surface marker / Buoy
Diver to instructor limits
For your comfort and safety we decided to limit the number of divers as follows:
- kids between 8 and 12 years old – 1 for 1 instructor
- non-licensed participants over 12 years old – 2 for 1 instructor
- licensed divers – 6 for 1 dive guide
- snorkelers over 12 years old – 6 for 1 guide
In case you want to dive with a bigger group of your friends, we can provide 2 instructors or find an individual solution for you.