

Best for technical divers, 40-55m, boat entry, strong current.
Bailonas is a technical wall and drop-off site located at the River Gurara Wreck Area. The site features depths ranging from 40 to 55 metres, with an average depth of 40 metres. Divers must be prepared for strong currents that occur regardless of the season, alongside an overhead environment that requires advanced technical skills and precise gas management. Visibility is variable, fluctuating between 5 and 25 metres. Water temperatures remain consistent between 15 and 16 degrees Celsius throughout the year. Access to this site is strictly by boat, and divers should confirm conditions with a charter operator before planning a descent.
38.50730, -9.22410
Current at this site can run hard regardless of season, so plan your dive profile around current timing and confirm conditions with the charter operator before committing to a descent. Check locally for available facilities, as nothing is guaranteed at the launch point.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
40-55m
Visibility
5-25m
Skill Level
Technical
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
15-16°C
Current
Strong
No, this site is intended for technical divers due to the significant depth, strong currents, and overhead environment.
The site ranges from 40 to 55 metres, with an average depth of 40 metres.
Boat access is required to reach this site.
No, this is a technical dive site with depths starting at 40 metres, making it unsuitable for snorkelling.
The primary hazards include the deep profile, the overhead environment, and strong, unpredictable currents.
Diving at Bailonas in Fonte da Telha requires the following certifications: Technical. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Bailonas in Fonte da Telha. Water temperatures range from 15°C to 16°C.
Bailonas in Fonte da Telha can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.
Visibility at Bailonas in Fonte da Telha typically ranges from 5 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.