

Best for beginner divers, 3m, shore & boat entry, mild current.
Ribeira Do Cavalo is a reef site located along the Sesimbra Coast in Portugal. This shallow location features an average depth of 3 metres, making it suitable for beginners. Divers can access the site by either boat or shore. Conditions are generally mild, with visibility ranging between 5 and 15 metres and water temperatures fluctuating from 15C to 19C throughout the year. Typical dives last approximately 40 minutes. Species recorded around this area include common octopus, Mediterranean moray, European common cuttlefish, various nudibranchs, slipper lobsters, scorpionfish, squat lobsters, cuckoo wrasse, conger eels, and flatworms.
38.43130, -9.13000
Arrive by boat to avoid the steep hike required for land access.
Access is possible via a steep hiking trail or by boat from Sesimbra.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
3m
Visibility
5-15m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore & Boat
Water Temp
15-19°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
40 min
Species recorded around this area include common octopus, Mediterranean moray, European common cuttlefish, various nudibranchs, slipper lobsters, scorpionfish, squat lobsters, cuckoo wrasse, conger eels, and flatworms.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to its shallow average depth of 3 metres and mild current conditions.
The site has an average depth of 3 metres.
Ribeira Do Cavalo allows for both boat and shore entries.
Given the shallow average depth of 3 metres, the site is accessible for snorkelling.
Diving at Ribeira Do Cavalo 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 Ribeira Do Cavalo in Sesimbra. Water temperatures range from 15°C to 19°C.
Ribeira Do Cavalo in Sesimbra typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Ribeira Do Cavalo in Sesimbra typically ranges from 5 metres to 15 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.