Arcos da Caloura is a reef dive located on Sao Miguel, offering a manageable experience for beginner divers. The site features depths between 15 and 18 metres with visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres. Divers can access the reef via shore or boat, with mild currents typically present. Water temperatures fluctuate between 17 and 24 degrees Celsius throughout the year, requiring a 3 mm to 5 mm wetsuit depending on the season. When diving here, remain aware of boat traffic when surfacing and exercise caution to avoid contact with rocks during entry and exit.

Caloura Arches in Sao Miguel features volcanic rock formations and underwater arches. The site is suitable for beginners, with depths ranging from 5 to 20 metres and an average depth of 12 metres. Access is by boat, located 300 metres from the shore. Conditions include mild currents and visibility that varies between 5 and 30 metres. The site is suitable for both diving and snorkelling, with night diving also available. Facilities at the location include parking, toilets, showers, a cafe, and a dive shop. Divers should be aware of the potential for low visibility.

Ponta Delgada features a combination of natural reef and artificial reef structures, offering a varied underwater topography. With depths ranging from 4 to 20 metres and mild currents, the site is suitable for beginner divers. Visibility typically spans 10 to 30 metres, providing clear views of the terrain. Divers should note the presence of overhead environments, such as swim-throughs, which require appropriate caution. The site is well-supported by shore facilities including parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, and a rinse station. Water temperatures fluctuate between 17 and 24 degrees Celsius throughout the year, with a typical dive duration of 50 minutes.

Lagoa is a shore-entry reef dive located off Sao Miguel. The site features a reef structure situated at depths between 15 and 20 metres, with an average depth of 18 metres. Divers should be prepared for moderate currents, which can develop into rip currents, and variable visibility between 5 and 10 metres. Due to the potential for surge, swell, and strong currents, this site is suited for intermediate divers. Hazards include the presence of sharks and jellyfish, and the shore entry requires careful navigation over rocks. Water temperatures fluctuate between 17C and 24C throughout the year, necessitating appropriate thermal protection.

The Luso is a wreck site located 1500 metres off the coast of Sao Miguel, Azores. Resting at depths between 14 and 18 metres, this site is suited for intermediate divers comfortable with moderate currents. Access is by boat only, and divers should remain alert for boat traffic in the area. The wreck structure presents potential entanglement risks, requiring good buoyancy control and situational awareness. Water temperatures fluctuate between 17C and 24C throughout the year. Species recorded around this area include wrasses, European parrotfish, dusky grouper, and Mediterranean moray, though these are not confirmed sightings at the wreck itself.

Caloura Panela is a varied reef system located 100 metres from the shore of Sao Miguel. The site features cave structures and reaches depths between 5 and 17 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres. Suitable for beginners, the site offers both shore and boat entry options. Divers can expect mild currents and visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres. The location is accessible year-round and supports night diving. On-site facilities include parking, toilets, showers, a cafe, and a dive shop. Due to the presence of sharp rocks and coral, protective footwear such as booties is recommended for shore entries.

Ponta da Galera offers a varied underwater landscape off Sao Miguel, combining reef, wall, and cave topography. Divers can explore depths ranging from 14 to 40 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres. The site is accessible by boat only and is suited for intermediate divers due to moderate currents and the presence of overhead environments within the cave sections. Visibility is highly variable, ranging from 5 to 40 metres, while water temperatures fluctuate between 17C and 22C throughout the year. Divers should be prepared for changing current conditions and carry appropriate lighting for cave exploration.

Baixa das Castanhetas features diverse underwater topography including a reef, canyon, cave systems, and a drop-off ranging from 12 to 45 metres. Located 500 metres from shore, this site requires boat access. Divers experience moderate currents and visibility typically between 10 and 25 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate between 17C and 21C throughout the year. Due to the presence of caves and deep sections, this site is classified as an intermediate dive requiring solid buoyancy control and careful gas planning for overhead environments. Night diving is possible at this location.