Official Madeira tourism article describing visibility, protected waters, and varied dive sites.
Naufrágio (Corceira) Corveta Afonso Cerqueira is a wreck dive in Madeira
Naufrágio (Corceira) Corveta Afonso Cerqueira is a wreck dive in Madeira
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Naufrágio (Corceira) Corveta Afonso Cerqueira is a local wreck in Madeira. It brings together the corvette afonso cerqueira was intentionally sunk in 2018 off madeira and now serves as a large artificial reef. the wreck is about long and is a popular attraction for both divers and freedivers, with accessible decks and interior spaces. it draws abundant marine life and offers striking scenery that suits underwater photography. a wreck dive with accessible decks and interior rooms across a 12– depth range. Shore access keeps the logistics direct and simple. It suits divers who want a simple wreck-focused plan with normal offshore checks.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
12m - 33m
Depth Note
Public descriptions report a maximum depth of 33 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 an eye on overhead awareness if any swim-throughs are involved, and stay conservative on gas and route planning.
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 wreck dive with normal offshore planning and a strong focus on route control and buoyancy.
Freediving
Popular with freedivers, with shallow sections starting around 12 m.
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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