

Best for beginner divers, 8-13m, boat entry, mild current.
Pedra do Meio is a reef site located 500 metres off the Sesimbra Coast. The site features a reef structure ranging between 8 and 13 metres in depth, with an average depth of 10 metres. It is suitable for beginner divers, offering mild currents and visibility between 5 and 10 metres. Access is by boat only, and the site supports night diving. Divers should remain aware of boat traffic in the area and follow specific ascent procedures provided by their skipper. Water temperatures range from 15C to 18C throughout the year. As there are no facilities at the site, divers should confirm arrangements with a local operator before travelling.
38.43612, -9.10080
The site functions as a maternity and nursery area for species like octopuses, cuttlefish, and squids.
Located near the exit of the port of Sesimbra.
Recorded at this site
Depth
8-13m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
15-18°C
Current
Mild
Yes, the site is a comfortable fit for newly certified divers, with depths between 8 and 13 metres and mild currents.
The reef structure sits between 8 and 13 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres.
Pedra do Meio is a boat-only dive site located 500 metres from the shore.
The main hazard is boat traffic. Divers should follow their skipper's briefing on ascent procedures and always use a delayed surface marker buoy.
Yes, the site supports night dives, allowing for exploration of the reef after dark.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Pedra do Meio in Sesimbra. Water temperatures range from 15°C to 18°C.
Pedra do Meio in Sesimbra typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Pedra do Meio in Sesimbra typically ranges from 5 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.