The DORI Liberty Ship Wreck is a protected Marine Cultural Reserve located 800 metres off the coast of Sao Miguel. This artificial reef rests on a sand bottom at depths ranging from 5 to 22 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres. The site is accessible by boat and is suitable for beginners. Divers and snorkellers should be aware of boat traffic, depth, and potential entanglement hazards. The water temperature fluctuates between 17C and 24C throughout the year. Night diving is permitted at this location.

Ilhéu de Vila Franca do Campo is a reef site located 5000 metres from the shore of Sao Miguel in the Azores. This boat-accessible site features an average depth of 11 metres. Divers should be prepared for moderate currents and visibility ranging from 15 to 40 metres. The water temperature fluctuates between 17C and 24C throughout the year. Due to the potential for deep water and strong currents, this site requires careful planning. Typical dives at this location last approximately 45 minutes. It is suitable for beginners, though the environmental conditions vary.

Âncoras do Ilhéu is a distinctive dive site located 50 metres off the coast of Sao Miguel, Azores. The site is defined by an artificial reef composed of approximately 22 historic anchors, some reaching over 3 metres in height, which rest alongside natural reef formations. Divers typically explore at depths between 14 and 22 metres, with an average depth of 16 metres. The site is accessible by boat and is suitable for beginners, though divers should be aware of potential strong currents. Visibility ranges from 12 to 30 metres. Species recorded around this area include seahorses, common octopus, dusky grouper, black moray, and European parrotfish.

Ilhéu de São Roque is a small islet off the coast of São Miguel, Azores, featuring a straightforward wall dive. The site is suitable for beginners and snorkellers, with the wall topping out at 11 metres. Divers experience mild currents, though conditions vary and visibility can change between visits. Boat access is required to reach the islet and avoid dangerous shore breaks. Water temperatures range from 17C in the winter months to 24C in late summer, necessitating a wetsuit year-round. As there are no on-site facilities, confirm boat charter availability and local conditions before planning your trip.

Rostro de Cao is a reef and cave site located off Sao Miguel in the Azores. Divers explore depths between 10 and 15 metres, where visibility typically ranges from 10 to 30 metres. The site is defined by strong currents, requiring intermediate skill levels and active buoyancy control. Entry is possible via boat or shore. Sharp rock and coral formations are present throughout the area, necessitating careful movement to avoid contact. Species recorded around this area include seahorses, common octopus, dusky grouper, great barracuda, Mediterranean moray, black moray, European parrotfish, Turkish wrasse, scorpionfish, pufferfish, and slipper lobster.

O Arco is a reef and cave site located 300 metres off the coast of Sao Miguel, Azores. The site features depths ranging from 5 to 24 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres. Divers encounter mild currents and visibility between 10 and 30 metres. The primary feature is a cave that creates an overhead environment, requiring solid buoyancy control. This site is suitable for beginners and is accessible year-round by boat. It is also well-suited for night dives. Species recorded around this area include seahorses, dusky groupers, great barracuda, Mediterranean moray, common octopus, Turkish wrasse, European parrotfish, pufferfish, black moray, scorpionfish, slipper lobster, and cow snails.

Ilhéu de Vila Franca is a reef site located 100 metres from the shore of Sao Miguel in the Azores. Accessible only by boat, this site features a consistent depth of approximately 8 metres. Divers can expect mild currents, though conditions are subject to variations in visibility, which ranges from 5 to 20 metres, and occasional surge. The site is suitable for beginners and supports night diving, with typical dive durations around 40 minutes. Water temperatures fluctuate throughout the year, ranging from 17C in the winter months to 24C in late summer. Local facilities include air fills, equipment rental, and boat charters.

Lavakita is a boat-access site in Sao Miguel, Azores, offering a diverse topography that includes a wall, a reef, and a wreck. Divers can explore these features at depths reaching 21 metres. Visibility is high, ranging from 20 to 40 metres. Conditions are variable, with currents that can shift quickly, requiring strong buoyancy control and situational awareness. Due to the presence of a wreck, there is a risk of entanglement. Water temperatures fluctuate between 17C and 24C throughout the year. Species recorded around this area include various wrasses, moray eels, groupers, and seahorses. This site is suitable for intermediate divers.