

Best for beginner divers, 4-14m, boat entry, mild current.
Pedra do Leão is a distinctive reef site on the Sesimbra Coast featuring a large rock formation with an archway at a depth of 6 metres. Divers can swim through this arch, which is surrounded by a 20 to 30-metre wide path of brown algae. The site reaches a maximum depth of 14 metres, where the topography transitions to a sandy bottom. With an average depth of 8 metres and mild currents, this location is suitable for beginners. Access is by boat only, and divers should remain aware of boat traffic in the area. Visibility typically ranges between 5 and 10 metres, with water temperatures fluctuating between 15C and 18C throughout the year.
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The limestone provides ideal den habitat for octopus, which are reliably encountered and often camouflaged against the rock surface.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
4-14m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
15-18°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Jun, Sep
Yes, the site is rated for beginner divers due to its manageable average depth of 8 metres and mild currents.
The site ranges from 4 to 14 metres deep, with an average depth of 8 metres.
This is a boat dive; a boat is required to access the site.
The best months to visit this site are June and September.
Divers should be cautious of boat traffic while at the site.
Diving at Pedra do Leão (Lion's Rock) in Sesimbra requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Pedra do Leão (Lion's Rock) in Sesimbra. Water temperatures range from 15°C to 18°C.
Pedra do Leão (Lion's Rock) in Sesimbra typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Pedra do Leão (Lion's Rock) in Sesimbra typically ranges from 5 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.