

Best for beginner divers, 10-12m, shore entry, mild current.
Santa Eulália is a combined natural and artificial reef system located off the Algarve coast. This site is suitable for beginners, offering a manageable shore entry and depths ranging from 10 to 12 metres. Divers can expect mild currents throughout the typical 50-minute dive. Facilities at the site include parking, toilets, showers, a rinse station, and a cafe. Due to the presence of boat traffic, it is essential to remain aware of your surroundings at the surface and use a surface marker buoy. Visibility varies depending on the day, and water temperatures fluctuate between 15C and 20C throughout the year.
37.06760, -8.21050
Shore facilities are well set up here, with parking, toilets, showers, a rinse station, and a cafe all on site, so you can pack light and take your time. Watch for boat traffic at the surface on entry and exit, and tow a surface marker buoy to stay visible.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
10-12m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
15-20°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Yes, the site is well-suited for beginners due to its manageable shore entry, shallow depths of 10 to 12 metres, and mild currents.
The depth at Santa Eulália ranges between 10 and 12 metres, with an average depth of 11 metres.
Yes, Santa Eulália is suitable for both diving and snorkelling activities.
This is a shore entry site. Divers and snorkellers should remain aware of boat traffic at the surface during entry and exit.
The primary hazard is boat traffic, particularly at the surface. Divers should also monitor their proximity to jellyfish and maintain awareness of moderate currents.
Diving at Santa Eulália in Olhos de Água requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Santa Eulália in Olhos de Água. Water temperatures range from 15°C to 20°C.
Santa Eulália in Olhos de Água typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.