

Best for intermediate divers, 3-24m, boat entry, strong current.
Adara in the Cristo Rei Area is a dynamic site featuring a combination of reef and wall topography. Divers experience depths ranging from 3 to 24 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres. The site is defined by strong currents, making it a location for drift diving that requires intermediate skill levels and solid buoyancy control. Visibility typically ranges between 15 and 25 metres. Water temperatures remain consistent at 28 to 29 degrees Celsius throughout the year. Access is by boat only, and guided tours are available. Night diving is permitted at this location. Divers should be aware of the presence of sharks and the potential for rapidly shifting currents.
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Strong currents can shift quickly at this site, so plan your entry and exit around slack water and follow your guide's briefing closely. A reef hook is worth having in your kit if you want to hold position on the wall without fighting the flow.
Located on the west side of the island.
Recorded at this site
Depth
3-24m
Visibility
15-25m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-29°C
Current
Strong
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
Sharks are a noted presence at this site.
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the strong currents and the requirement for solid buoyancy control.
The site ranges from 3 to 24 metres in depth, with an average depth of 20 metres.
Adara is a boat-only dive site.
The site is primarily used for diving, and the strong currents make it unsuitable for casual snorkelling.
Water temperatures are stable between 28 and 29 degrees Celsius, with visibility ranging from 15 to 25 metres. Strong currents are a defining feature of the site.
Diving at Adara in Adara requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Adara in Adara. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 29°C.
The best months to visit Adara in Adara are May, June, July, August, September, October, and November. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.