

Best for beginner divers, 5-20m, shore & boat entry, moderate current.
Pedra Anixa is a reef located 250 metres off the Sesimbra Coast. Suitable for beginners, the site offers depths between 5 and 20 metres with visibility reaching 30 metres. Divers and snorkellers can access the reef from the shore or by boat. The site features a moderate current, requiring careful planning. Marine life includes common sightings of wrasses, bream, crabs, and the Tompot Blenny. Less frequently, visitors may encounter the European Common Cuttlefish, Common Octopus, Grey Triggerfish, Two-banded Seabream, brittle stars, shrimp, sea stars, sea squirts, and the shanny. Snails are very common, particularly between July and October. A wetsuit of at least 5mm is recommended due to water temperatures ranging from 15 to 18 degrees Celsius.
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Plan descent timing with slack water periods to minimise current effects and maximise photography opportunities with goliath groupers.
Usually reached by Sesimbra or Arrabida operators when park and sea conditions allow.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-20m
Visibility
30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore & Boat
Water Temp
15-18°C
Current
Moderate
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Jun
Common species include wrasses, bream, crabs, and the Tompot Blenny. You may also spot the European Common Cuttlefish, Common Octopus, Grey Triggerfish, Two-banded Seabream, brittle stars, shrimp, sea stars, sea squirts, and the shanny. Snails are very common, especially from July to October.
Yes, Pedra Anixa is suitable for beginners, with shallower sections available to help build confidence.
The depth at Pedra Anixa ranges from 5 to 20 metres.
The site is accessible by both shore and boat entries.
Yes, Pedra Anixa is suitable for both diving and snorkelling activities.
Diving at Pedra Anixa in Setubal requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Pedra Anixa in Setubal. Water temperatures range from 15°C to 18°C.
The best months to visit Pedra Anixa in Setubal are January, February, and June. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at Pedra Anixa in Setubal. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Pedra Anixa in Setubal typically ranges from 30 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.