

Best for beginner divers, 15-22m, boat entry, mild current.
Pedra das Âncoras is a reef and artificial reef site located in the River Gurara Wreck Area. The topography consists of low-profile rock formations and relief features where divers can find historical anchors. Depths range from 15 to 22 metres, with an average of 16 metres. Access is by boat only. Divers may encounter common octopus, European common cuttlefish, scorpionfish, and various wrasses. Other species recorded include Felimare villafranca, Tricolor Doris, Mediterranean Violet Aeolid, gurnard, Felimare fontandraui, cow snail, Cratena slug, flatworm, and comber. Conditions include mild currents and visibility between 4 and 15 metres. Hazards include boat traffic and sharp rock formations.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
15-22m
Visibility
4-15m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
15-18°C
Current
Mild
Divers can encounter common octopus, European common cuttlefish, scorpionfish, and wrasses. Other recorded species include various nudibranchs like Felimare villafranca and Tricolor Doris, as well as gurnard, cow snail, Cratena slug, flatworm, and comber.
Yes, the site is rated as suitable for beginner divers.
The depth ranges from 15 to 22 metres, with an average depth of 16 metres.
Access to Pedra das Âncoras requires a boat.
Water temperatures range from 15C to 18C throughout the year, with the warmest temperatures occurring between August and October.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Pedra das Âncoras in Sesimbra. Water temperatures range from 15°C to 18°C.