

Best for beginner divers, 16-18m, boat entry, mild current.
Sharkys Reef in the Santa Eulália Area offers a combination of natural reef, wall, and artificial reef structures. The site is suitable for beginner divers, with an average depth of 17 metres and a range between 16 and 18 metres. Access is by boat only. Divers experience mild currents and visibility that fluctuates between 5 and 20 metres. Water temperatures range from 15 to 19 degrees Celsius, necessitating a 5mm wetsuit for comfort. Be aware of sharp coral and rocks when navigating the structures. Species recorded around this area include European Common Cuttlefish, Common Octopus, various sea slugs, wrasses, scorpionfish, flatworms, crabs, sea stars, and barrel jellyfish.
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Wear at least a 5mm wetsuit to stay comfortable at the cooler end of the temperature range. Watch your buoyancy carefully around the reef and wall structures, as sharp coral and rocks are a real hazard for anyone who brushes against them.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
16-18m
Visibility
5-20m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
15-19°C
Current
Mild
Species recorded around this area include European Common Cuttlefish, Common Octopus, various sea slugs, wrasses, scorpionfish, flatworms, crabs, sea stars, and barrel jellyfish.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginner divers with a manageable depth range of 16 to 18 metres.
The site has a depth range of 16 to 18 metres, with an average depth of 17 metres.
Sharkys Reef is accessible by boat only.
The site is primarily a dive location with an average depth of 17 metres, making it less suitable for snorkelling.
Diving at Sharkys Reef in Albufeira requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Sharkys Reef in Albufeira. Water temperatures range from 15°C to 19°C.
Sharkys Reef in Albufeira typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Sharkys Reef in Albufeira typically ranges from 5 metres to 20 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.