Centro de Buceo Scuba Tropical

Located in the heart of La Herradura village, Scuba Tropical sits right on the beach, providing immediate access to the Costa Tropical. This central location means you are steps away from the shoreline, making the transition from the shop to the water seamless.

The centre has been operating for over 20 years, establishing itself as a reliable fixture in the local diving community. They focus on a personalised approach, ensuring that whether you are a beginner or an experienced diver, the service is tailored to your specific needs.

The team at Scuba Tropical is dedicated to providing professional instruction across a wide range of PADI certifications. They cater to everyone from those taking their first breath underwater to advanced divers seeking specialised skills.

Beyond diving, the centre provides instruction for recreational boating. This includes training for various licences, such as the Patrón de Navegación Básica and Patrón de Navegación Recreativa, allowing you to expand your maritime skills.

Scuba Tropical offers a comprehensive range of PADI courses. You can start with a PADI Discover Scuba Diving experience or work through the standard progression from Open Water Diver to Advanced Open Water Diver.

For those looking to professionalise their skills, the centre provides training for Rescue Diver and Dive Master. They also offer various PADI Specialties to help you refine specific skills. Additionally, the centre provides specialised boating licences, including Capitán de barco recreativo and various levels of Patrón de Navegación.

The centre provides full equipment hire for those who prefer not to carry their own kit. You can rent a complete set, including regulators and wetsuits, for your dives.

For those planning multiple excursions, the centre offers various packages that include air and cylinders, or full equipment hire depending on your preference.

The marine life around La Herradura is diverse, featuring a variety of species that inhabit the rocky and sandy areas. You will encounter many different types of fish, including large schools of sea bream, bogues, and sardines, as well as predatory species like barracuda and amberjack.

For those interested in macro life, the area hosts a variety of fascinating creatures. You can find octopus (Octopus vulgaris), cuttlefish (Sepiidae), and various species of crabs and lobsters, such as the spiny lobster (Palinuridae).

Small, intricate life is also present, including nudibranchs (Chromodoris willani), seahorses (Hippocampus), and various species of gobies (Gobiidae) and blennies. You might also spot scorpionfish (Scorpaena) or stargazer resting on the seabed.

The area is accessible for diving throughout the entire year. Conditions vary depending on the season, but the centre operates year-round to accommodate divers regardless of the time of year.