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CCMAR project page for the Pedra do Gomes art reef.
Dive Spot Guide•
Pedra do Gomes
Shallow Albufeira boat reef with rocky cracks and conger eels.
Local operator required
The short boat ride and reef-search style make this best handled with a local operator.
Easy-profile Algarve reef and art-reef site a short boat ride from Albufeira Marina, suited to relaxed scuba and freedive sessions.
About Pedra do Gomes
Pedra do Gomes is a shallow Albufeira boat reef built around large rocks, cracks, and a secondary reef to the northeast, with the nearby art-reef structures adding another layer of scenery. The site is an easygoing local dive that works well for relaxed scuba and freedive sessions, with conger eels in the crevices and a short boat ride from the marina.
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Research Estimate At Pedra do Gomes
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 22m
AccessSimple entry
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeAverage variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Crowd / PopularityModerate
CurrentNo current
SurgeFlat calm
Where Is Pedra do Gomes?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Pedra do Gomes Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
0m - 10m
Depth Note
The site is shallow overall, with the sand bottom reaching about 10 m.
Best Season
Winter for the clearest water.
Typical Conditions
Shallow rocky reef conditions with calm boat access, clear water when conditions are good, and plenty of cracks to search slowly.
Safety & Access At Pedra do Gomes
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Safety Notes
A flashlight is advisable for searching among the rocks.
Access Restrictions
Boat access from Albufeira Marina is the simplest way to reach the site.
Local Intel For Pedra do Gomes
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A shallow boat reef with cracks, a secondary reef to the northeast, and easy profile diving suitable for relaxed sessions.
Freediving
A beginner-friendly freedive spot with shallow structure and clear water when the conditions are good.
Recent Logged Visits At Pedra do Gomes
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Pedra do Gomes
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility22m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
