Best for beginner divers, 8-14m, boat entry, mild current.
Ilha do Pessegueiro is a reef dive located 300 metres off the coast of Portugal. This site is accessible only by boat and offers depths ranging from 8 to 14 metres, with an average depth of 8 metres. Conditions are generally mild, featuring light currents and visibility between 5 and 10 metres, making it suitable for beginner divers. The underwater terrain consists of rocky structures that support temperate reef fish and invertebrates. Water temperatures fluctuate between 15 and 18 degrees Celsius, necessitating a 5mm wetsuit. Divers should maintain good buoyancy control to avoid contact with the sharp rock and coral edges present throughout the reef.
37.83338, -8.79570
Watch your buoyancy carefully around the reef, as the rocks and coral edges are sharp and easy to brush against if you are still getting comfortable with depth control. A 5mm wetsuit is the minimum you will want here, even in the warmer months.
Only accessible by boat.
Expected in this region. No sightings logged here yet.
Depth
8-14m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
15-18°C
Current
Mild
No nearby dive sites found within 50km.
The rocky reef structure supports temperate reef fish and invertebrates typical of the Atlantic coast.
Yes, the site features mild currents and manageable depths, making it a suitable environment for newer divers to build confidence.
The site reaches depths between 8 and 14 metres, with an average depth of 8 metres.
No, Ilha do Pessegueiro is a boat-only dive site located 300 metres from the shore.
Water temperatures range from 15 to 18 degrees Celsius, and visibility typically spans 5 to 10 metres.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Ilha do Pessegueiro in Porto Covo. Water temperatures range from 15°C to 18°C.
