Official Madeira tourism article describing visibility, protected waters, and varied dive sites.
Baía dos Porcos is a dive site dive in Madeira
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Baía dos Porcos is a local dive site in Madeira. It brings together a popular dive site in madeira known for its strong light effects and colorful underwater scenery. the dive profile is described with an entry around and an exit around . divers may encounter yellowfin grunts and seabreams, along with a resident conger eel and occasional moray eel sightings. with luck, a rare monk seal can also appear. dive profile is described with an entry around and an exit around . Shore access keeps the logistics direct and simple. It suits divers who want a balanced local dive with clear planning value.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
8m - 18m
Depth Note
Public descriptions report a maximum depth of 18 m; the shallow starting depth is not consistently published.
Best Season
Year-round; late spring through autumn usually gives the most comfortable sea state.
Typical Conditions
Often clear, relatively protected waters with only occasional current; some exposed sites can still feel lively.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Safety Notes
Keep a normal buoyancy and sea-state check before entry, and follow the local operator briefing.
Access Restrictions
Plan the local shore entry and exit carefully.
Legal Notes
Follow operator guidance and local marine-area rules.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A guided dive site dive that rewards steady buoyancy and a normal local briefing.
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
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Research Sources
Official Madeira tourism article describing visibility, protected waters, and varied dive sites.
Madeira operator page with water temperature, visibility, and site logistics.
Portugal Dive Madeira and Porto Santo overview with many named dive sites and broad destination framing.
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