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DORI Liberty Ship Wreck
Shallow wreck off Ponta Delgada with easy boat access and rich life.
Local operator required
A local Ponta Delgada operator keeps the boat timing, water read, and any shore-vs-boat call conservative.
Near Ponta Delgada, this is a straightforward wreck dive with a shallow side and a more open deeper side, so current and visibility matter more than penetration.
About DORI Liberty Ship Wreck
DORI Liberty Ship Wreck is a compact wreck off Ponta Delgada that works well as a boat dive for comfortable open-water divers. The wreck sits on sand with a shallow end and a deeper bow, so the route is straightforward and the main questions are current, visibility, and whether you want to stay on the outer profile or take in the full outline. It is popular because it combines easy logistics, preserved structure, and steady marine life rather than technical complexity.
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Research Estimate At DORI Liberty Ship Wreck
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 20m
AccessEasy entry
CoralHeavily damaged
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Crowd / PopularityVery crowded
CurrentModerate current
Where Is DORI Liberty Ship Wreck?
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Community sourced coordinates.
DORI Liberty Ship Wreck Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
9m - 20m
Depth Note
The wreck rises from sand, with the shallow end around 9m and the deeper end near 20m, so the profile stays within a compact recreational range.
Best Season
May to October, especially mid-July through mid-October, when the Azores are calmest and clearest.
Typical Conditions
Summer brings the calmest water and best visibility, but current can still bite and weather can change quickly.
Safety & Access At DORI Liberty Ship Wreck
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Boat trafficStrong current
Safety Notes
Use a local operator and treat the wreck as a current-aware boat dive. Stay conservative on the shallow-to-deeper run and do not force the dive if the day turns busy or rough.
Access Restrictions
Best run with local boat support and wreck-park rules; do not assume a casual solo entry when current or harbour traffic is up.
Legal Notes
Fishing is prohibited around the wreck, and amateur diving is permitted in the protected wreck area.
Local Intel For DORI Liberty Ship Wreck
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Boat dive on a wreck with a shallow top and a more complete deeper run. The appeal is the structure and life on it, not a long swim or heavy penetration.
Freediving
Not a freedive-first target, though very experienced breath-hold divers may use the shallowest structure only in calm conditions.
Snorkeling
Snorkelling is possible on the shallow end in calm water, but this is primarily a scuba wreck.
Recent Logged Visits At DORI Liberty Ship Wreck
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At DORI Liberty Ship Wreck
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility20m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
