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UNESCO tentative-list page describing the Condor Bank seamount ecosystem and pelagic diving use.
Local operator required
A licensed shark-diving operator is required for the offshore run and shark setup.
Offshore shark charter in the Azores with a shallow drift over Condor Bank, weather-sensitive boat access, and a blue-shark focus.
About Condor Bank
Condor Bank is a remote Azores blue-shark bank, with the dive run as a shallow drift over open ocean rather than a deep drop. Blue sharks are the main draw, with mako and occasional hammerhead sightings as rare bonuses when the sea and the animals line up. It is a specialist offshore shark trip, not a normal reef day.
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Research Estimate At Condor Bank
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 45m
AccessChallenging entry effort
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
CurrentModerate current
Where Is Condor Bank?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Condor Bank Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
0m - 15m
Depth Note
The shark run stays shallow over the bank and should not exceed 15m.
Best Season
July to September
Typical Conditions
Open-ocean drift diving with a working depth around 15m and clear-water shark interaction on good days.
Safety & Access At Condor Bank
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Strong currentWaves
Safety Notes
Stay tight with the boat briefing, use the shark protocol exactly as briefed, and keep the dive shallow and controlled.
Access Restrictions
Boat-only and weather-dependent from the Azores ports.
Legal Notes
Use a licensed shark-diving operator and follow the local wildlife-interaction rules.
Local Intel For Condor Bank
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Offshore drift dive with blue sharks near the boat and a shallow working depth over the bank.
Freediving
Not a freedive target; the site is organized around boat-based shark trips.
Snorkeling
This is not a casual snorkel site, even though some Azores operators run separate surface programs in the region.
Wildlife at Condor Bank
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Condor Bank
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Condor Bank
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility45m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
