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Almeida Carvalho (Wreck)
Purpose-sunk Algarve navy wreck with reef growth and overhead potential.
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Reached by boat in the Ocean Revival park off Portimao; expect a deeper wreck profile with buoyed moorings and training-sensitive overhead options.
About Almeida Carvalho (Wreck)
Almeida Carvalho (Wreck) is a Portuguese Navy vessel intentionally scuttled in the Ocean Revival underwater park off the Algarve coast, where its upright structure now works as a large artificial reef. Divers visit for a clean wreck profile with open deck lines, marine growth, schooling fish, and selected penetration opportunities, while the surrounding sand and steel structure attract eels, octopus, scorpionfish, and bream.
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Research Estimate At Almeida Carvalho (Wreck)
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 15m
AccessChallenging entry effort
CoralSome damage
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
CurrentLight current
Where Is Almeida Carvalho (Wreck)?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Almeida Carvalho (Wreck) Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
22m - 30m
Depth Note
Maximum depth stated as 30 m.
Best Season
The Algarve wreck park is dived across much of the year when sea state allows, with calmer warmer periods generally making access and visibility more comfortable.
Typical Conditions
Typical conditions combine offshore Atlantic water, buoyed boat access, moderate recreational visibility, and a wreck profile that stays deeper than beginner shore dives.
Safety & Access At Almeida Carvalho (Wreck)
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Overhead environment
Safety Notes
The wreck is described as penetrable; use appropriate wreck-diving procedures and training if entering enclosed areas.
Access Restrictions
Almeida Carvalho (Wreck) is a boat-only site inside the Ocean Revival underwater park and is typically visited with local operators using the marked mooring system.
Local Intel For Almeida Carvalho (Wreck)
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A wreck dive to a stated maximum depth of 30 m, with potential for wreck penetration.
Freediving
Some public references note breath-hold visits to the upper structure, but the site is primarily documented as a scuba wreck dive because the main profile sits deep.
Snorkeling
This is not generally presented as a snorkel site because the wreck is offshore and the main structure lies too deep for casual surface use.
Wildlife at Almeida Carvalho (Wreck)
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Almeida Carvalho (Wreck)
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Almeida Carvalho (Wreck)
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility15m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
