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Ilhéu de Cima Cave
Sheltered small-cave dive on Porto Santo
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Calm boat dive to a small cave with easy shelter, clear water, and enough rock life to reward a slow, controlled pass.
About Ilhéu de Cima Cave
Ilhéu de Cima Cave is a sheltered small-cave dive on Porto Santo, set among calm Atlantic rock formations and a gentle, unhurried approach to the opening. It suits relaxed scuba profiles when you want an easy look at the cave mouth and the surrounding rocky habitat, with the best value coming from slow buoyancy control rather than speed.
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Research Estimate At Ilhéu de Cima Cave
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 18m
AccessSimple entry
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
CurrentNo current
SurgeFlat calm
Where Is Ilhéu de Cima Cave?
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Ilhéu de Cima Cave Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
15m - 25m
Depth Note
The cave dive starts around 15 m and can extend to 25 m.
Best Season
year-round
Typical Conditions
Usually calm and sheltered from prevailing winds, with little or no current.
Safety & Access At Ilhéu de Cima Cave
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Overhead environment
Safety Notes
Treat the cave entrance as an overhead environment and keep buoyancy precise to avoid silting.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only.
Local Intel For Ilhéu de Cima Cave
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Relaxed cave dive with sheltered conditions, best for controlled buoyancy and a slow look at the cave opening and surrounding rock.
Freediving
Not a dedicated freedive site; the cave layout and depth suit scuba better.
Snorkeling
Not a primary snorkel site; the interesting features sit below the surface.
Wildlife at Ilhéu de Cima Cave
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Recent Logged Visits At Ilhéu de Cima Cave
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Ilhéu de Cima Cave
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility18m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
