

Caixão de Dentro is a marine dive site located off the coast of Funchal and East Coast, Madeira. The site features a consistent depth of approximately 10 metres. Conditions at this location vary, with water temperatures ranging from 19C in the cooler months to 24C during the summer. As a relatively shallow site, it is accessible for divers looking for a straightforward underwater experience in the Madeira region. There is no specific data regarding marine life at this location.
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Book your dive at least one to two days in advance to ensure boat space.
The site is located off Cabo Girão and requires a boat.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
10m
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
19-24°C
Best Time
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
The site has a consistent depth of approximately 10 metres.
Water temperatures range from 19C in the winter and early spring to 24C during the late summer months.
With a shallow depth of 10 metres, the site is generally suitable for divers seeking a less demanding underwater environment.
Yes, Caixão de Dentro in Funchal is a boat-access-only dive site. You will need to book with a local dive operator or charter a boat to reach it.
Diving at Caixão de Dentro in Funchal requires the following certifications: Advanced Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Caixão de Dentro in Funchal. Water temperatures range from 19°C to 24°C.
The best months to visit Caixão de Dentro in Funchal are June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.