

Best for beginner divers, 16-18m, boat entry, mild current.
Pe de Terra is a reef site located off the coast of Faro, Portugal, accessible only by boat. The site features a reef and wall structure at depths between 16 and 18 metres, making it suitable for beginner divers. Conditions include mild currents and visibility ranging from 5 to 10 metres. Due to the potential for low visibility, divers should maintain close contact with their buddy and keep the group tight. Water temperatures fluctuate between 16 and 21 degrees Celsius throughout the year. Species recorded around this area include European Common Cuttlefish, Mediterranean Moray, Common Octopus, Giant Doris, various wrasses, bream, crabs, and sea hares.
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Visibility can drop without much warning here, so brief your buddy on close-contact procedures before descending and keep the group tight. Confirm current conditions with your boat operator on the day, as local knowledge will tell you more than any forecast.
Boat access required.
Recorded at this site
Depth
16-18m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
16-21°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
40 min
Best Time
Jul
Species recorded around this area include European Common Cuttlefish, Mediterranean Moray, Common Octopus, Giant Doris, wrasses, bream, crabs, sea hares, hermit crabs, Striped Red Mullet, Red Comb-sea stars, Spirograph, Tompot Blenny, and various snails.
Yes, the site is suitable for newly certified divers, offering a structured reef environment with mild currents to help build confidence.
The reef sits at a depth of 16 to 18 metres, with an average depth of 17 metres.
Pe de Terra requires boat access; it cannot be reached from the shore.
The site is primarily a dive location with depths reaching 18 metres, and boat access is required.
Visibility at the site ranges from 5 to 10 metres and can drop without warning, so it is recommended to confirm conditions with your boat operator.
Diving at Pe de Terra in Faro requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Pe de Terra in Faro. Water temperatures range from 16°C to 21°C.
The best months to visit Pe de Terra in Faro are July. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.