

Best for beginner divers, 8-18m, boat entry, mild current.
Rocha Negra is a reef and wall site located off the coast of Lagos, Portugal. The site features a manageable depth range between 8 and 18 metres, with an average depth of 13 metres. Divers can expect mild currents and visibility typically ranging from 10 to 15 metres. This location is suitable for beginner divers and requires boat access. Water temperatures fluctuate between 15 and 19 degrees Celsius throughout the year, necessitating a 5mm wetsuit as a minimum. As facilities are not confirmed at this site, visitors should arrive self-sufficient with all necessary equipment for the day.
37.07980, -8.71420
Water temperatures sit at the cooler end of the range outside summer months, so pack a 5mm wetsuit as a minimum and consider a hood if you feel the cold. Facilities are not confirmed at this site, so arrive self-sufficient with everything you need for the day.
Diving areas are approached from land and with various boats.
Recorded at this site
Depth
8-18m
Visibility
10-15m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
15-19°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
40 min
Best Time
Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Yes, the site is well suited to newly certified divers due to the manageable depth range and mild currents.
The site ranges from 8 to 18 metres deep, with an average depth of 13 metres.
Boat access is required to reach this site.
Water temperatures range from 15 to 19 degrees Celsius, so a 5mm wetsuit is recommended.
Diving at Rocha Negra in Vila da Luz requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Rocha Negra in Vila da Luz. Water temperatures range from 15°C to 19°C.
The best months to visit Rocha Negra in Vila da Luz are April, May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.