

Best for beginner divers, 8-18m, boat entry, mild current.
Dourada Wall is a boat-access site off the Albufeira Coast, Portugal, featuring a combination of vertical wall, cave, and reef topography. The site ranges in depth from 8 to 18 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres. While currents are generally mild, they can become strong, and surface conditions may include surf and rip currents. Visibility typically fluctuates between 5 and 15 metres. Due to variable visibility and boat traffic, the use of a surface marker buoy is recommended. Water temperatures range from 15 to 19 degrees Celsius, requiring appropriate thermal protection. This site is suitable for beginner divers with an Open Water qualification.
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Despite the mild typical current, conditions here can change quickly, so check for surface swell and rip currents with your dive operator before heading out. Carry a surface marker buoy on every dive, as boat traffic and variable visibility make a clean ascent essential.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
8-18m
Visibility
5-15m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
15-19°C
Current
Mild
The site ranges from 8 to 18 metres deep, with an average depth of 15 metres.
Yes, the site is accessible for newly certified divers with an Open Water qualification, provided they monitor current conditions.
Boat access is required to reach the site and to avoid the surf and shore break present at the water edge.
The site is primarily a dive location with depths starting at 8 metres and potential for strong currents and surf, making it less suitable for snorkelling.
Divers should be aware of potential rip currents, strong currents, and surf. Variable visibility and boat traffic also necessitate the use of a surface marker buoy.
Diving at Dourada Wall in Albufeira requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Dourada Wall in Albufeira. Water temperatures range from 15°C to 19°C.
Dourada Wall in Albufeira typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Dourada Wall in Albufeira typically ranges from 5 metres to 15 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.