

Best for beginner divers, Up to 17m, boat entry, mild current.
Cravo Fora is a reef site located off the Albufeira Coast, suitable for beginners and those seeking a relaxed dive. The reef structure extends from the surface to a maximum depth of 17 metres, allowing for flexible depth profiles. Conditions are generally mild, though currents can occasionally strengthen. Visibility typically ranges between 5 and 15 metres, and water temperatures fluctuate from 15C to 19C throughout the year, making a wetsuit advisable. Access to this site is by boat only. Divers should remain cautious of sea urchins on the reef and use a delayed surface marker buoy to maintain visibility against local boat traffic.
37.02700, -8.28630
Watch for sea urchins when resting on or near the reef, and always surface with a delayed surface marker buoy to stay visible to boat traffic. Check locally for current conditions before your trip, as currents can strengthen beyond the typical mild pattern.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
Up to 17m
Visibility
5-15m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
15-19°C
Current
Mild
Yes, the site is considered suitable for newcomers to diving due to the generally mild conditions and the ability to explore at various depths.
The reef extends from the surface down to a maximum depth of 17 metres.
No, Cravo Fora is a boat-only dive site.
Yes, as the reef reaches the surface, the site is suitable for both diving and snorkelling.
Divers should be aware of sea urchins on the reef and the presence of boat traffic at the surface, which necessitates the use of a delayed surface marker buoy.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Cravo Fora in Albufeira. Water temperatures range from 15°C to 19°C.
Cravo Fora in Albufeira typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Cravo Fora in Albufeira typically ranges from 5 metres to 15 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.