

Best for beginner divers, 3-6m, shore entry, mild current.
Praia da Duquesa is a shallow reef site located in Cascais, Portugal, suitable for beginner divers. The site features depths ranging from 3 to 6 metres, with an average depth of 3 metres. Shore entry requires careful timing to navigate the surf, swell, and surge. Divers should wear thick-soled booties to protect against sea urchins and sharp rocks present on the seabed. Visibility varies significantly from 5 to 30 metres, and the site is accessible for night dives. Facilities available on-site include a dive shop, air fills, showers, parking, and first aid.
38.69995, -9.41322
The site is well sheltered from North and Northwest winds, but it is totally exposed when winds blow from the South.
The site is located in the port area of Cascais. It is protected by law, and a special authorization from the Maritime Authorities is required to dive, which is sometimes granted to local diving centers.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
3-6m
Visibility
5-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
15-19°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
40 min
Best Time
Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug
Yes, the site is a shallow reef with depths between 3 and 6 metres, making it a practical choice for newly certified divers.
The site depth ranges from 3 to 6 metres, with an average depth of 3 metres.
This is a shore entry site. Divers should time their entry and exit to manage the shore break, surf, and surge.
While the site is primarily used for diving, the shallow depths of 3 to 6 metres are also accessible for snorkelling.
Divers should watch for sea urchins and sharp rocks on the seabed. Additionally, be prepared for surf, surge, and mild currents during entry and exit.
Diving at Praia da Duquesa in Cascais requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Praia da Duquesa in Cascais. Water temperatures range from 15°C to 19°C.
The best months to visit Praia da Duquesa in Cascais are March, April, May, June, July, and August. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Praia da Duquesa in Cascais typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Praia da Duquesa in Cascais typically ranges from 5 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.