

Best for advanced divers, 38-42m, boat entry, mild current.
Cabeco do Levante is a deep reef site located off the coast of Faro, Portugal, with depths ranging from 38 to 42 metres. The topography consists of a reef structure featuring cracks and overhangs that host European common cuttlefish, common octopus, and various crabs. Divers should anticipate visibility between 5 and 10 metres and mild currents, though conditions can fluctuate. Due to the depth, this site is strictly for advanced divers who must manage nitrogen narcosis risks and maintain precise buoyancy. Boat access is required for all dives, and the use of a surface marker buoy is recommended for safety during ascents.
36.94445, -7.98888
At this depth, bottom time is short, so plan your dive profile before you leave the surface and confirm current direction with the skipper. Bring a surface marker buoy; at 40 metres with limited visibility, a controlled ascent away from the boat line is a realistic scenario.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
38-42m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
16-19°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
40 min
Best Time
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
Divers can observe European common cuttlefish, common octopus, and crabs inhabiting the reef's cracks and overhangs.
No, this site is intended for advanced divers only due to the significant depth of 38 to 42 metres and the associated risks of nitrogen narcosis.
The site depth ranges from 38 to 42 metres, with an average depth of 40 metres.
This is a boat-only dive site; boat access is required to reach the location.
Visibility typically ranges from 5 to 10 metres, and currents are generally mild, though they can change.
Diving at Cabeco do Levante in Faro requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Cabeco do Levante in Faro. Water temperatures range from 16°C to 19°C.
The best months to visit Cabeco do Levante in Faro are June, July, August, September, October, and November. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.