

Best for intermediate divers, 15-28m, boat entry, mild current.
The Cordeca is an artificial reef located off Porto Santo, resting on a sandy seabed at depths between 15 and 28 metres. This wreck site is accessible only by boat and offers visibility ranging from 20 to 40 metres. The structure is suitable for intermediate divers, with opportunities for wreck penetration for those trained in overhead environments. Divers should be aware of mild currents and the potential presence of jellyfish. The site is also available for night diving. Local facilities provide air fills and equipment rental to support your visit to this submerged structure.
33.05120, -16.30550
Book your boat entry through the on-site dive shop, which also stocks air fills and rental equipment, so you can travel light. Scan the water before descending as jellyfish can be present at any time of year.
Requires a 15-minute boat ride from Porto Santo Island.
Recorded at this site
Depth
15-28m
Visibility
20-40m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
18-24°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers who hold an open water certification.
The wreck sits on a sandy bottom at depths ranging from 15 to 28 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres.
The Cordeca is a boat dive located approximately 1609 metres from the shore.
Divers should be aware of jellyfish and the risks associated with the overhead environment of the wreck.
Yes, the local dive shop provides equipment rental and air fills.
Diving at Cordeca (Wreck) in Porto Santo requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
The best months to visit Cordeca (Wreck) in Porto Santo are June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Cordeca (Wreck) in Porto Santo typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Cordeca (Wreck) in Porto Santo typically ranges from 20 metres to 40 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.