

Best for beginner divers, 15-18m, boat entry, mild current.
Pedra Nova is a reef dive located in the Santa Eulália Area of Portugal. The site features a reef structure with cave formations, situated at depths between 15 and 18 metres, with an average depth of 16 metres. Conditions are generally manageable with mild currents and visibility ranging from 5 to 10 metres. Access to this site is by boat only. Due to the presence of sharp coral and overhead cave environments, divers should maintain precise buoyancy control. A 5 mm wetsuit is recommended during summer months, while thicker suits or drysuits are advisable during the cooler periods when water temperatures drop to 15 degrees Celsius.
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Watch your buoyancy carefully around the reef structure, as the rocks and coral are sharp and easy to brush against if you are still getting comfortable at depth. A 5 mm wetsuit is advisable even in summer, and a thicker one or drysuit is worth considering in the cooler months.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
15-18m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
15-19°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Yes, the site is suitable for beginner divers due to the mild currents and manageable conditions.
The site ranges from 15 to 18 metres in depth, with an average depth of 16 metres.
Pedra Nova is a boat-access-only site.
Water temperatures range from 15C in March to 19C between July and October.
The site contains sharp coral and cave formations. Divers should maintain careful buoyancy control to avoid contact with the reef and overhead structures.
Diving at Pedra Nova 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 Pedra Nova in Faro. Water temperatures range from 15°C to 19°C.