

Best for beginner divers, 6-21m, boat entry, mild current.
Entre Montes is a sheltered reef and wall site located 1500 metres off the coast of Faial in the Azores. Accessible only by boat, the site offers a depth range of 6 to 21 metres with an average depth of 15 metres. Conditions are generally mild, with visibility ranging between 10 and 20 metres. The site is suitable for beginners and supports night diving, with typical dive times around 50 minutes. Water temperatures fluctuate throughout the year, peaking at 23C in August and September. Divers should be aware of sharp coral present at the site.
38.52334, -28.62235
Scuba training can sometimes negatively affect visibility at this site.
5 minutes from Horta Harbour by boat.
Recorded at this site
Depth
6-21m
Visibility
10-20m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
16-23°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Jul, Oct
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, offering a sheltered environment with depths starting at 6 metres.
The depth ranges from 6 to 21 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres.
This is a boat dive located 1500 metres from the shore.
The best months to dive at Entre Montes are July and October.
Diving at Entre Montes in Horta requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Entre Montes in Horta. Water temperatures range from 16°C to 23°C.
Entre Montes in Horta typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Entre Montes in Horta typically ranges from 10 metres to 20 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.