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Scuba dive sites around Portimao.
Compare Algarve wrecks, reefs and coastal dives by depth, level, access, season and safety notes.

Portimao · Wreck park · 15-32 m
Ocean Revival
Intermediate to advancedFour former Navy ships off Portimao and Alvor; plan with a qualified operator and confirmed sea conditions.
Open dive site
Portimao · Coastal boat dives and rock formations · 6-18 m
Praia da Rocha and Portimao coast
Accompanied beginners to certified diversA practical base for visitors staying in Portimao, with dive choices depending on sea state, wind and visibility.
Open dive site
Portimao · Coastal reef · 6-18 m
Joao de Arens reef
Beginner to IntermediateRocky coastal reef and cove area west of Portimao, used only when swell, visibility and local boat logistics are suitable.
Open dive site
Portimao · Environmental and community context
Ria de Alvor
Not a standard tourist dive siteImportant for local conservation, seagrass beds, environmental education and understanding the western Algarve ecosystem.
Open dive site
Portimao · Archaeology, monitoring and nearby coast
Arade River and Lagoa
Projects supervised by local entitiesRelevant to Portisub history, dredging, environmental monitoring and underwater heritage.
Open dive siteLive conditions
Portimao marine forecast snapshot.
Swell
0.2 m6 sWind
10 kn321 degSea temp
18.5 CsurfaceAir temp
22.9 C20–29 CUV index
8daily maxOpen-Meteo forecast data changes quickly; confirm sea state, visibility and boat plans with your operator.
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