

Best for advanced divers, 20-90m, boat entry, moderate current.
Penedos is a wall and reef site located 500 metres off the Sesimbra Coast. This site is suited for advanced and technical divers, with depths ranging from 20 to 90 metres and an average depth of 65 metres. Divers must manage moderate currents and occasional surge, which can impact buoyancy control. Visibility typically ranges between 10 and 30 metres. Water temperatures remain cold, between 14 and 16 degrees Celsius, necessitating a drysuit or 7mm wetsuit. Boat access is required for all dives. Species recorded around this area include Mediterranean moray, European common cuttlefish, common octopus, squat lobster, cuckoo wrasse, conger eel, various flatworms, and nudibranchs.
38.42530, -9.09630
The site is sheltered from predominant waves coming from the North/West and is very close to the harbor.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
20-90m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
14-16°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
45 min
Species recorded around this area include Mediterranean moray, European common cuttlefish, common octopus, squat lobster, cuckoo wrasse, conger eel, flatworms, and various nudibranchs.
No, Penedos is intended for advanced and technical divers due to the significant depths, moderate currents, and surge conditions.
The site features a wall and reef structure that drops from 20 to 90 metres, with an average depth of 65 metres.
Boat access is required to reach this site, which is located 500 metres from the shore.
No, this site is not suitable for snorkelling due to the extreme depths and the requirement for technical diving skills.
Diving at Penedos in Sesimbra requires the following certifications: Advanced, Technical. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Penedos in Sesimbra. Water temperatures range from 14°C to 16°C.
Expect moderate currents at Penedos in Sesimbra. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Penedos in Sesimbra typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.