

Best for beginner divers, 6-30m, shore & boat entry, moderate current.
Prego is a reef site located in Porto, Portugal, accessible by both boat and shore. The topography features a reef structure starting at 6 metres and extending to a maximum depth of 30 metres, with an average depth of 16 metres. Divers should be prepared for moderate currents and potential surge in shallower areas. Visibility is variable, ranging from 5 to 30 metres. Water temperatures remain between 14 and 16 degrees Celsius throughout the year, necessitating appropriate thermal protection. The site is suitable for night diving and accommodates beginner divers, though caution is advised regarding sea urchins and surge conditions. Species recorded around this area include wrasses, conger eels, and common octopus.
41.25250, -8.74500
Watch your buoyancy near the reef structure as sea urchins are a known hazard, particularly in crevices and on rocky surfaces during surge. Check locally for current facility availability before your dive, and time your entry for calmer swell windows, which tend to occur in the morning along this stretch of coast.
Boat access required.
Recorded at this site
Depth
6-30m
Visibility
5-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore & Boat
Water Temp
14-16°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Year-round
Species recorded around this area include wrasses, conger eels, common octopus, sea stars, crabs, bream, sea hares, brittle stars, snails, shannies, European green crabs, rockpool prawns, and mullet.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, with shallower sections of the reef starting at 6 metres.
The reef ranges from 6 metres to 30 metres in depth, with an average depth of 16 metres.
Prego is accessible by both shore and boat entry.
While the site is primarily used for diving, the shallower reef sections are accessible, though divers should remain aware of surge and sea urchins.
Diving at Prego in Porto requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Prego in Porto. Water temperatures range from 14°C to 16°C.
The best months to visit Prego in Porto are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at Prego in Porto. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Prego in Porto typically ranges from 5 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.