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Freedive and snorkel suitability with varied bottom terrain.
Dive Spot Guide•
Pedra Do Leao
A shallow Portuguese reef site with soft corals, anemones, and reef‑fish sights,
4/5
1 dive 1 diverBeginner‑friendly reef with easy entry and typically calm conditions for scuba and snorkel.
About Pedra Do Leao
Pedra Do Leao is a shallow shore-entry reef off Sesimbra, built around a compact rock-and-ridge profile with soft corals, anemones, and easy route-finding. It suits beginners, snorkelers, and relaxed scuba divers on calm days because current is usually low and the site is more about steady exploration than drift or depth.
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Research + Early Community Signal At Pedra Do Leao
Conservative research baseline blended with 1 dive by 1 diver.
VisibilityVisibility: 20m
AccessEasy entry
CoralMixed health
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
Crowd / PopularityModerate
CurrentNo current
SurgeFlat calm
Where Is Pedra Do Leao?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Pedra Do Leao Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
4m - 13m
Depth Note
Depth range reported as 4–13 m (13–42 ft).
Best Season
Year-round, with calmer water and the easiest entries on settled days.
Typical Conditions
Visibility is typically 15–25 m (50–82 ft).
Safety & Access At Pedra Do Leao
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Boat traffic
Safety Notes
Use the rock and reef as visual reference points, stay aware of the harbor edge and other water users, and favor calm days for the easiest entries.
Access Restrictions
Shore entry near the Sesimbra harbor breakwater; plan the entry around sea state and keep clear of harbor traffic and other water users.
Legal Notes
The site sits in the Sesimbra marine-park context, so divers should follow local access, conservation, and harbor rules.
Local Intel For Pedra Do Leao
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A shallow 4–13 m profile makes it suitable for divers of all levels, including beginners.
Freediving
Shallow features and calm water can suit relaxed freediving on settled days.
Snorkeling
Described as suitable for snorkeling.
Wildlife at Pedra Do Leao
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Pedra Do Leao
1 community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Pedra Do Leao
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility20m
Avg. Max Depth12m
Activity
Total Logs1
Unique Divers1
