Museo Atlantico for non-certified divers
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Museo Atlantico for non-certified divers
By Dive College Lanzarote
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Ages 10-99, max of 7 per group
Duration: 5h
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Live guide: German, English, Dutch, Spanish
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- Dive instructor/guide
- Dive equipment
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (only in Playa Blanca)
- Boat to the Museo Atlántico
- Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.
- Dive College Lanzarote, Centro Comercial La Mulata, C. Lanzarote, 1, 35580 Playa Blanca, Las Palmas, Spain
Pickup details- Your pick up time depends on your location. After the booking, we contact you about the exact location and pick up time.
Hotel pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.Additional pickup optionsDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included pickup points.- Playa Blanca, Las Palmas, Spain
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Not wheelchair accessible
- Pushchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 110332P3- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Participant should wait at least 18 hours before you take a fight after this program . All participants will be required to complete a health questionnaire prior to diving. Some pre-existing medical conditions (eg asthma, heart conditions, etc) may prevent you from diving, please consult your doctor
- Minimum age is 10 years
- Travellers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 7 travellers
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 110332P3
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- Jullie J0 contributions20m experienceMy diving life all began with Dive College in 2021. This year i qualified as an "Ocean Diver" so returned to Dive College as a more experienced diver. Beyond 20 metres opens up a WHOLE new world. Bob was my guide at Punta Berrugo and at 20m at Flamingo Wall. Such a relaxed group of guys,would NEVER cheat and go to any other Dive group when on the island. Couldn't ask for friendlier people. Thankyou again Dive College see you in 2025. Jules 🤭🤗Written 24 November 2024
- bmcloughlin10 contributionsGreat famility experienceWe did a family dive with Dive College Lanzarote during out recent stay in Lanzarote. Myself and my wife are PADI certified divers but we hadn't dived in years. The two kids had never dived before. It was great, myself and my wife were able to do a refresher dive along with the kids who where doing a dicover scube dive. Damian took great care to explain and brief everyone and we all felt very comfortable getting in the water. Despite having a big group, there were 3 instructors with the group and we were all carefully watched at all times. Everyone enjoyed the dive. We saw laods of fish and got loads of pics too. Would definintely recommned Dive College Lanzarote and we will be back soon I hope.Written 10 November 2024
- hanneloreg2580 contributionsAmazing experience, Friendly StaffWe took a PADI open water diver course and it was an amazing experience, the staff was all very friendly and helpful. Thanks to our instructor Bob we both got our Open water diver certificate at the end of the course. My boyfriend had some prior experience diving and had no problems with the various skills required to achieve the certificate. I had some trouble during our first day with the mask skills, instructor Bob was encouraging and helpful during the entire experience and had no problem explaining the skill multiple times and calming me down when I was panicking. During the open water dives all went great after that, we both really enjoyed our experience and can't recommend Dive College Lanzarote enough to other prospective divers!Written 24 October 2024
- F2189HEmarkf0 contributionsFantastic day out ☀️😎😁Such a great day out! Laura our guide was fantastic. We got picked up at our hotel and taken to the beach, we got a full run down of how to use the paddle boards and what we were doing for the afternoon. Beautiful place to paddle and we even managed out of the bay and out onto the sea. Snorkeling afterwards was awesome aswell, Laura took us through all the fish we were likely to see and helped us all to see as much as possible. I would highly recommend booking up if you are on hols in the area. My wife, my son and I had a great time.Written 10 October 2024
- David A0 contributionsI recommend this dive centreGreat dive centre, very safety -conscious, friendly crew. Equipment was good too. Diving at the Museo Atlantic was very memorable- it’s an easy dive but very interesting.Written 30 September 2024
- Radar-2220 contributionsDive College Lanzarote recommend +++Returned to DCL. Very enjoyable boat diving this week. Found all staff very friendly and helpful- instructors and Dive Masters provided a very safe diving experience. Guys looking after the boats were great too. Time to Dive sites on boat very quick.Written 14 September 2024
- Go480059897080 contributionsWell run, by good people - recommend 100%My daughters (16 & 14) and I did a package of five dives. Saw lots including Angel Shark, Rays, Morais, Barracuda Shoals and some large jacks hunting smaller fish. The team are all great, equipment spot-on and dive sites are no more than 15mins on the RIB. Museum was a unique experience and exceeded my expectations - briefing from Damo on that one was really excellent and informative. We interacted with others doing intro dives and certs - everyone was very happy. Thanks to the team!Written 7 September 2024
- eleanorrS7329MB0 contributionsBOB IS THE BEST 🏆The instructors were AMAZING.BOB WAS THE BEST, he explained things really well and made me feel confident while diving.He knew all the best spots for seeing wildlife we saw morays, octopus,arrow crabs and barracuda, and showed me a sting ray up close. They rearranged dives with no problem when my ear was hurting(thanks Damo) and made sure I would get my certification. Planning on coming back next year and even doing my advanced. 10/10 definitely recommend xWritten 31 August 2024
- sjrees19690 contributionsGreat people doing what they love really, really well.Could not rate these guys highly enough. Did the two-hour scuba taster and our daughter liked it so much we signed up for PADI Open Water on the spot. Had a superb, very patient instructor (Bob) all to ourselves, the practice dives were professional and fun with loads of fish just off the beach, and the team clearly love what they do with an infectious enthusiasm.Written 22 August 2024
- 18chlo0 contributionsGreat for young diversThank you to everyone at Dive College Lanzarote for making me feel so welcome and safe (Thomas - 8years old!)! Mariska explained everything to me so that I could understand what to do and loved my time diving! I can’t wait to do it again.Written 29 July 2024
- stevenbL8793YK0 contributionsTry something different!!We did the beginner session down on flamingo beach and it was awesome.. If you want to try something different and fun this should be up there on your list. You feel totally supported and encouraged by the guide who will give you all the instruction and encouragement. You are gonna fall but that's part of the fun, the key is to keep getting back on.. Before you know it you will be standing and wanting more lessons, the added snorkeling at the end blew us away seeing soo many fish..... Do it.. You won't regret it 🐠Written 17 July 2024
- Roving309509809930 contributionsPaddling and snorkelling around PapagayoWe had a fun trip around playa de Papagayo. Mara was an excellent guide and knowledgable of the waters and sea life in the area. We stopped off and did some snorkelling and there was so much to see.Written 11 June 2024
- K2734EZheatherf0 contributionsAmazing trip, don’t hesitate to book!Amazing trip, don’t hesitate to book! Lovely, friendly team. Very knowledgeable team! Would highly recommend it anyone! Thanks again girlsWritten 7 June 2024
- S4683FJoliverl0 contributionsAn amazing experience!!!!!!!!!Hi I’m Jasper (10 years old) and just want to say what an AMAZING time me and my Dad had at the Dive College. From the very start they made me feel welcome and excited. Although I was nervous to start with the free pool session was brilliant and I couldn’t wait to get into the ocean. My first dive was with Javier who was super fun, made me feel relaxed and very safe. My second dive the following day was with Steve who was so friendly and told me lots of information about the fish. I now want to be a diver and cannot wait to come back next year for more adventures. THANK YOU ALL SO MUCH!!!! See you soon - Jasper 🤿Written 7 June 2024
- mark-debs-20120 contributionsFriendly amazing staff and diving from start to finishHad 4 really good dives ending up with a turtle as a guide during the museo dive. Although we have 40 plus dives, the dive masters always made sure everything was fine with special thanks to Damien and Martina both great dive masters with fun at all times ( sometimes on a guided dive , experienced divers can be overlooked if diving with new divers but not in this case) everyone at dive college was very friendly and thanks to everyone we may not have spent much time with. Jessica is amazing and was the first contact we had on the shop side of things and was a pleasure and could not do enough. If it’s your first discovery dive or your hundredth dive we cannot recommend the staff and dive centre enough, we will absolutely dive with them again when we are back on the island. Do not be fooled the centre is run by amazing divers and set up for all divers and all levels of experience and not just a try dive centre as other local dive centres may have you believe.Written 11 May 2024
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Molly
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We came to the dive college as a couple! The actual museum was beautiful and so was the underwater experience, which i would definitely recommend! One of the team (Marco) was absolutely brilliant, lovely, patient and respectful. He was really kind and helpful to me especially as he could tell that i was anxious and at times struggling he would help in any way he could in a respectful and understanding way. So all credit to Marco he was really great!
However, I was the only woman in a group of men (which is usually absolutely fine) which was made very difficult because I feel i was not treated appropriately apart from by marco (mentioned above). The other older male instructors were very impatient and i felt were getting annoyed at me for not picking things up immediately which was putting a lot of pressure on me. They also all kind of stared at me in my bikini and made uncomfortable comments about me and my appearance which did make me feel objectified especially as they were much older men. I think they need to reevaluate how they treat young women and try to understand that they should treat us with respect!
I also felt that the other older men were extremely rude and dismissive to Marco who was the only one who actually cared about me or the other customers. I think possibly it came from there jealousy of him or asserting some kind of dominance over him which was pretty horrible to watch to be honest.
However, I was the only woman in a group of men (which is usually absolutely fine) which was made very difficult because I feel i was not treated appropriately apart from by marco (mentioned above). The other older male instructors were very impatient and i felt were getting annoyed at me for not picking things up immediately which was putting a lot of pressure on me. They also all kind of stared at me in my bikini and made uncomfortable comments about me and my appearance which did make me feel objectified especially as they were much older men. I think they need to reevaluate how they treat young women and try to understand that they should treat us with respect!
I also felt that the other older men were extremely rude and dismissive to Marco who was the only one who actually cared about me or the other customers. I think possibly it came from there jealousy of him or asserting some kind of dominance over him which was pretty horrible to watch to be honest.
Written 6 October 2022
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We feel really sorry that you felt this way. It is not acceptable and we are going to look into this. Please let us know what day you dived so we know more
Written 7 October 2022
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pedster
Greenock, UK63 contributions
Feb 2023
This was my first diving experience with my friend whilst on a cycling trip. Dive college staff were excellent. Pick up was on time with 'Yo'. Andrea delivered the morning instruction and accompanied us all for the afternoon dive. He was brilliant in settling the nerves and a great teacher at the same time. Its a great set up and I really wondered if I would manage to conquer the nerves as it was a pretty deep dive in the morning (6M) and the museum is twice the depth. I needn't have worried, I felt safe at all times as no corners are cut and staff to student ratio was 1:2. The trip out to the afternoon dive site is approx 10-12 min on a rigid inflatable which was also enjoyable. I cannot praise the staff enough, Bart, Brodie, Yo, Andrea and the rest who I didn't catch the names. All very patient and they made it all possible as quite a few of us were nervous. We were closely monitored at all times during the dive and I was reassured underwater when it was painful to 'pop' the ears. All round first class and would be my first choice if returning to the area. well done folks. If going, don't forget a towel. I would give 'natura bar' a miss at lunchtime as not overly welcoming for the 'dive school. Best to bring a bite to eat with you.
Written 26 February 2023
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Thank you so much for your review
Written 27 February 2023
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Jullie J
Tamworth, UK121 contributions
I had the time of my life. Brilliant. I have been wondering about scuba diving for a while now. Last October I tried "discover scuba diving" and was very apprehensive, nervous even. Being a complete novice I was not sure what to expect. The instructors were very patient with me and took a lot of time to make me feel comfortable with the situation. I had a trial dive in the training pool, this was free of charge, just to get used to the equipment and master the breathing technique. This was followed by a "try dive of 3-4 metres. The instructor (Bart) was there guiding me all the way and keeping me safe. Everything moved at a slow pace making sure I was alright. The instructor controls the dive all you have to concentrate on is your breathing. I was under the ocean for about 45 minutes and came back to land feeling a sense of achievement, excited about the whole experience. So impressed was I by the "try dive" I went back to the dive college this year to do the "Museo Atlantico" dive. This is a deeper dive of about 12-15metres, for non-qualified divers, again the patience and care given to me as a novice was EXCEPTIONAL. The under water world is beautiful and I HIGHLY recommend these guys as their expertise is second to none. The day began at 10am with a tutoring about breathing and the equipment then onto another (for me)"try dive" and then tutoring in the training pool with the equipment then the atlantico dive itself. I HAD the BEST time with this dive college, so much so I'm going to do the dive again next time I'm in playa blanca. The college also has dive experiences for those who are qualified divers. Thankypu Dive college, you are ALL "simply the best" thankyou Bart (instructor) for last October and this year thankyou to Bob, Damien and And~rea (instructors).
Written 18 May 2022
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Thank you so much for your nice review. We see you next time
Written 19 May 2022
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Aleksandra J
2 contributions
Sept 2024 • Couples
What an experience. I have never dived before and booked a session for myself and my boyfriend whilst on holiday. In spite of the first attempt not being great for me and struggling to equalise (and as such not being able to see the museum), all of the instructors were incredibly supportive and positive as they could clearly see that I was upset. I was told to come back in a few days to try again.
As promised, we have returned a few days later and were put in a smaller group to have less pressure and more time to practice. As I was already nervous about not being able to equalise the first time, I was struggling to do it again. However Martina came to the rescue and helped me overcome this obstacle by being patient and persistent. She gave me very clear instructions and kept on coming up with different ways and techniques to get me to do it. And so I did!!
Yes, I might have not been able to see the musuem but I did the intial 6m dive nonetheless and it was breathtaking! I loved every second of it and I only wished the dive never ended. Since coming back to London, I have been looking up Diving Schools to become a certifed diver and hopefully come back and see the museum this time round.
Also shout out to Damo, Hank and Mara.
Can't recommend it enough!
As promised, we have returned a few days later and were put in a smaller group to have less pressure and more time to practice. As I was already nervous about not being able to equalise the first time, I was struggling to do it again. However Martina came to the rescue and helped me overcome this obstacle by being patient and persistent. She gave me very clear instructions and kept on coming up with different ways and techniques to get me to do it. And so I did!!
Yes, I might have not been able to see the musuem but I did the intial 6m dive nonetheless and it was breathtaking! I loved every second of it and I only wished the dive never ended. Since coming back to London, I have been looking up Diving Schools to become a certifed diver and hopefully come back and see the museum this time round.
Also shout out to Damo, Hank and Mara.
Can't recommend it enough!
Written 23 September 2024
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Alysha G
4 contributions
Absolutely fantastic team, I was very nervous to begin with on the first dive and began to panic. I wasn't sure I'd be able to complete the second dive in the Museo Atlántico. However, all the instructors are extremely patient and supportive and were with me every step of the way. I was then able to complete the Museo Atlántico tour at a deeper depth without a hitch. I will definitely be back! I honestly cannot recommend them enough! Very informative, brilliant teachers & most importantly, they create a very supportive, safe environment to learn & develop.
Written 7 September 2023
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Hachy Natalia
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ABSOLUTELY INCREDIBLE! We have just finished our diving experience and underwater museum and we couldn't wait to leave our review.
We both have done some diving before but, let me tell you, never like this. The level of knowledge, care, professionalism and friendliness is second to none. All the girls and guys working at the dive college are very sweet, attentive and very friendly.
Very detailed but necessary induction, then some diving in the sea followed by some important exercises in the school pool. And obviously after that, the grand finale... The underwater museum... You can't explain it, you simply need to see it for yourself. It's absolutely beautiful ❤️
For me, this was only my second dive so I had almost no experience. I'm not the most adventurous person so, don't think that you won't be able to do it unless you are an adrenaline seeker. The way they explain it, the personal constant attention by the instructors, all the exercises you do prior to the final dive and the genuine care gives you that extra bit of confidence to do it.
We could not recommend it more. Do the whole experience, it's worth it.
Thank you guys so much from Natalia and David from Spain and London Xx
We both have done some diving before but, let me tell you, never like this. The level of knowledge, care, professionalism and friendliness is second to none. All the girls and guys working at the dive college are very sweet, attentive and very friendly.
Very detailed but necessary induction, then some diving in the sea followed by some important exercises in the school pool. And obviously after that, the grand finale... The underwater museum... You can't explain it, you simply need to see it for yourself. It's absolutely beautiful ❤️
For me, this was only my second dive so I had almost no experience. I'm not the most adventurous person so, don't think that you won't be able to do it unless you are an adrenaline seeker. The way they explain it, the personal constant attention by the instructors, all the exercises you do prior to the final dive and the genuine care gives you that extra bit of confidence to do it.
We could not recommend it more. Do the whole experience, it's worth it.
Thank you guys so much from Natalia and David from Spain and London Xx
Written 29 March 2023
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Hello, thank you for taking the time to write this great review
Written 30 March 2023
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Evelyn C
1 contribution
Dec 2022 • Friends
Thank you to the team who made our dive possible. Particular thanks to Bart & Yohan who gave us the confidence to do the dive and went out of their way to make it a very special event for us. Jane & Evelyn
Written 10 December 2022
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Liya Jay
United Kingdom22 contributions
We came for a dive for beginners (to see Museo Atlantico).We paid in advance (obviously) , but when I dive into the sea and very close to the shore, I panicked, then I realised that diving into the museum at 15 meters is unrealistic for me. I didn’t want to continue the experience. They did not return the money, even part of it and also did not take us back to the hotel where they took us we have to take taxi back.All together I have spend around one hour with them and is cost me 155£ -what a waste of money. I DO NOT RECOMMEND.
Written 16 January 2023
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Hi Lena J,
First of all thanks for your feedback, although we are sorry it’s related to an experience you’re not satisfied with. Scuba Diving is an awesome and rewarding activity, but sometimes (luckily not that often) people can’t overcome their fears preferring to not go further in their experience. In your case, we are actually sure that you could have completed it without problems if you had given it some more time. Our instructors did spend quite some time supporting you and you have been actually doing great during the time you spent underwater. However, when you chose to stop, we respected your choice and took you back to the diving centre. To give an idea, we are taking quite a lot of people for this program every year and only a very small percentage does not complete it. We do actually refund a proportional part of the experience price, but you didn’t even ask for that. After your in-water activity, you just asked about the drop off back to your hotel and we told you that we were happy to do it, but (as clearly explained either on our Tripadvisor page and website) we always do this at the end of the diving day. You preferred to not wait and take a taxi back.
Again, we are sorry that it hasn’t been a good experience for you, but maybe this review titled “Do Not Recommend” should be addressed to scuba diving itself and not to a Diving Center that has been working with you in the professional and supportive way that we dedicate to all our customers. To make a comparison: if you don’t like a movie it can’t be the fault of the movie theatre you chose to go and watch it so giving a bad review to that structure would be just as undeserved.
Written 17 January 2023
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Anna N
1 contribution
Apr 2023
We went diving for the first time with my children to visit the Atlantic Museum. The Dive team were fantastic, all of them super friendly and very caring. We really felt very safe for our first time.
The museum is beautiful and the sculptures have a very endearing message.
Totally recommendable.
The museum is beautiful and the sculptures have a very endearing message.
Totally recommendable.
Written 5 April 2023
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Thank you for your review.
Written 6 April 2023
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Isobel D
4 contributions
June 2022 • Couples
We had such an amazing time Diving with Dive College - The Dive Masters were knowledgeable, funny and ran everything smoothly. The museum was brilliant and definitely worth a visit. We had a fantastic last day in Lanzarote and if you’re going to do anything on the island, it should be this!
Written 10 June 2022
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Thank you for your great review. Always good to hear that we did a good job
Written 11 June 2022
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I booked through trip advisor but you can just google Meuso Atlantico and the website will direct you.
Written 17 November 2019
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