

Best for intermediate divers, 6-45m, boat entry, moderate current.
Baixa do Pesqueiro Longo is a reef and drop-off site located off Graciosa in the Azores. The topography features a wall that descends from a shallow 6 metres to a maximum depth of 45 metres. Due to the significant depth, solid buoyancy control is required to manage the drop-off. Divers and snorkellers can expect visibility between 10 and 30 metres. Water temperatures range from 15 to 20 degrees Celsius, necessitating a wetsuit of at least 5mm. Access is by boat only, and the site experiences moderate currents. Night diving is permitted, though divers must remain vigilant regarding depth and potential entanglement risks associated with site debris.
39.10778, -28.02902
The steep flanks of the reef are ideal for safety or decompression stops.
6 minutes from the Santa Cruz da Graciosa Harbour, 26 minutes from the Praia Harbour.
Recorded at this site
Depth
6-45m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
15-20°C
Current
Moderate
No, the site is rated for intermediate divers due to the significant depth and moderate currents.
The site ranges from 6 metres at its shallowest point to 45 metres at the base of the drop-off, with an average depth of 15 metres.
This is a boat-access site; a boat is required to reach the location.
Yes, the site is open to both diving and snorkelling activities.
The main hazards are the significant depth and potential entanglement risks from debris. Divers should maintain neutral buoyancy and monitor their depth closely.
Diving at Baixa do Pesqueiro Longo in Santa Cruz da Graciosa requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Baixa do Pesqueiro Longo in Santa Cruz da Graciosa. Water temperatures range from 15°C to 20°C.
Expect moderate currents at Baixa do Pesqueiro Longo in Santa Cruz da Graciosa. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Baixa do Pesqueiro Longo in Santa Cruz da Graciosa typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.