Lagos · underwater archaeological reef

Âncoras dive guide.

A rocky archaeological site holding anchors from the seventeenth through nineteenth centuries, listed by two current operators.

Ponta da Piedade coast above water, regional context rather than a photograph of Âncoras

Depth

12-20 m

Level

Open Water with local guide

Access

Boat dive near Ponta da Piedade; use the operator-selected route among rock formations and protected anchors.

Best season

Trips run through the year when conditions allow; exposed west-coast sites require a suitable wind, swell, current and visibility window.

Safety

Protected archaeological material: do not touch, move or recover anchors. Control buoyancy and preserve the site.

Hours

No fixed public hours. Boat departures, protected-area access and shore entries depend on operators, permits and sea state.

Conditions

Lagos marine forecast.

Wave

0.7 m5 s

Swell

0.5 m4 s

Wind

7 kn328 deg

Sea temp

17.9 Csurface

Additional information

Local pages and official references.

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