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Official Madeira tourism article describing visibility, protected waters, and varied dive sites.
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Baixa do Carneiro
Baixa do Carneiro is a house reef dive in Madeira
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Shore-access house reef with this site sits a short distance offshore from the seaside stairs, featuring a drop-off that starts in very shallow water and slopes down to around . it’s described as a.
About Baixa do Carneiro
Baixa do Carneiro is a local house reef in Madeira. It brings together this site sits a short distance offshore from the seaside stairs, featuring a drop-off that starts in very shallow water and slopes down to around . it’s described as a “home reef” style dive and is considered suitable for divers of different experience levels. common sightings include moray eels, mullet, bottlenose dolphins, and red sea stars, with occasional surprises such as frogfish. shallow start with a drop-off down to about , described as suitable for all levels. Shore access keeps the logistics direct and simple. It suits divers who want flexible repeat diving and straightforward logistics.
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Research Estimate At Baixa do Carneiro
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 20m
AccessSimple entry
CoralMixed health
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
CurrentLight current
SurgeLight surge
Where Is Baixa do Carneiro?
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Baixa do Carneiro Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
5m - 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.
Safety & Access At Baixa do Carneiro
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.
Local Intel For Baixa do Carneiro
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A flexible house-reef dive that suits repeat visits, easy planning, and relaxed pacing.
Wildlife at Baixa do Carneiro
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Baixa do Carneiro
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Baixa do Carneiro
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility20m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
