

Best for intermediate divers, 16-18m, boat entry, mild current.
Cabeco dos Robalos is a reef site located off the coast of Faro, Portugal. This Atlantic dive site is accessed by boat and features a reef structure that divers can navigate. The site sits at an average depth of 17 metres, with a range of 16 to 18 metres, though it can extend to 30 metres. Visibility typically ranges from 5 to 10 metres, and currents are generally mild. Divers should be aware of potential surge and swell conditions. Given the water temperatures, which fluctuate between 16 and 21 degrees Celsius, a thicker wetsuit is recommended for comfort.
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Time entry with tidal charts as current direction determines which cave system remains accessible.
Boat access is required to reach the site.
Recorded at this site
Depth
16-18m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
16-21°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Jul
The site is rated for intermediate divers.
The average depth is 17 metres, with the reef structure sitting between 16 and 18 metres, though the site can extend to 30 metres.
This is a boat dive; a boat is required to reach the site.
Visibility ranges from 5 to 10 metres with mild currents. Divers should remain vigilant regarding surge and swell conditions.
Diving at Cabeco dos Robalos 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 dos Robalos in Faro. Water temperatures range from 16°C to 21°C.
The best months to visit Cabeco dos Robalos in Faro are July. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.