

Best for advanced divers, 30m, boat entry, mild current.
Pronto is a wreck and artificial reef located off the coast of Pronto, Madeira. The wreck sits on a flat sandy bottom at a consistent depth of 30 metres. Due to the depth, this site is suitable for advanced divers only. Visibility typically ranges between 15 and 30 metres, with water temperatures fluctuating from 19C to 23C throughout the year. Divers should expect mild currents and must remain aware of potential surge. Access is by boat only, and the presence of boat traffic requires careful planning and the use of a surface marker buoy during ascent.
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Book a boat with a competent skipper who knows the site and can hold position in swell, as entry and exit on a moving deck at depth-dive pace demands coordination. Carry a surface marker buoy and deploy it early on ascent given the boat traffic above.
Boat access from Funchal or Canico.
Recorded at this site
Depth
30m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
19-23°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
The wreck sits on a flat sandy bottom at a consistent depth of 30 metres.
No, this site is intended for advanced divers due to the depth and conditions.
Access to the site is by boat only.
Divers should be prepared for deep water, nitrogen narcosis, surge, mild currents, and active boat traffic.
Diving at Pronto in Canico requires the following certifications: Advanced, Deep, Wreck. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Pronto in Canico. Water temperatures range from 19°C to 23°C.
The best months to visit Pronto in Canico are June, July, August, and September. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Pronto in Canico typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Pronto in Canico typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.