

Berlenga Grande offers a diverse underwater environment featuring reefs, walls, caverns, and wrecks. Located in the Berlengas Archipelago, this site requires boat access and is suitable for experienced divers due to potential strong currents, surf, and overhead environments. Depths range from 5 to 40 metres, with an average of 25 metres. Visibility varies significantly between 6 and 30 metres, and water temperatures remain cool, fluctuating between 15C and 18C throughout the year. Divers should be aware of boat traffic in the area. Facilities including equipment rental, air fills, and boat charters are available to support diving activities at this location.
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The Primavera wreck is the most protected site and remains accessible when conditions prevent diving elsewhere.
Accessible by boat from Peniche harbour.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-40m
Visibility
6-30m
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
15-18°C
Typical Dive
25 min
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug
The site ranges from 5 to 40 metres deep, with an average depth of 25 metres.
Due to the presence of strong currents, surf, and overhead environments, this site is generally better suited for experienced divers.
Access to the site is by boat only, located 10,000 metres from the shore.
The site is primarily designated for diving, and given the depth and potential hazards like strong currents and boat traffic, it is not specifically managed for snorkelling.
Diving at Berlengas in Peniche requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Berlengas in Peniche. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Berlengas in Peniche. Water temperatures range from 15°C to 18°C.
The best months to visit Berlengas in Peniche are May, June, July, and August. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Visibility at Berlengas in Peniche typically ranges from 6 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.