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Official Algarve diving context and seasonal guidance.
Dive Spot Guide•
Pedra do Ferro
Beginner-friendly Algarve boat dive with twin slabs and a sandy gap.
A short ride from Albufeira marina, this wall reef combines two large slabs, a sandy midsection, and plenty of shelter in the cracks.
About Pedra do Ferro
Wall-like natural reef formed by two large slabs aligned east-west, with a sandy gap between them. Pedra do Ferro is a compact boat dive from Albufeira marina, with the slab faces and fissures holding sea life and the open sandy section making the profile easy to read. It suits a measured, easy-to-plan outing rather than a long swim, and the site is best approached in calmer weather with visibility and comfort shifting by season.
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Research Estimate At Pedra do Ferro
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 9m
AccessEasy entry
CoralHeavily damaged
Aquatic LifeAverage variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Where Is Pedra do Ferro?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Pedra do Ferro Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
17m - 18m
Depth Note
Directory sources place the main profile around 17-18 m, with a sandy gap between the slabs and a compact wall shape rather than a long multi-tier wall.
Best Season
Late autumn to winter
Typical Conditions
Calmer seas and clearer water are most likely in the cooler shoulder-season window; winter is the strongest site-specific window.
Safety & Access At Pedra do Ferro
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Boat trafficLow visibility
Safety Notes
Use a boat approach, keep clear of traffic lanes, and match the plan to the season because visibility and comfort can shift quickly.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only from the marina; surface away from traffic lanes and follow the skipper's briefing.
Legal Notes
Follow local boating guidance and any dive-center instructions for the Albufeira coast.
Local Intel For Pedra do Ferro
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A straightforward Algarve boat dive for beginners and newer divers when the sea is calm.
Freediving
Not a primary freedive site; the boat access and wall profile make scuba the better fit.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling is only realistic on very calm days and is secondary to scuba here.
Wildlife at Pedra do Ferro
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Pedra do Ferro
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Pedra do Ferro
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility9m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
