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Official Algarve tourism note on Pedra do Valado as the largest coastal reef in the region.
Dive Spot Guide•
Regi
Regi is a sheltered natural reef dive in Armação de Pera Bay.
Local operator required
Use a local Armação de Pera dive center; this offshore reef is normally reached by boat.
Sheltered Portuguese natural reef in Armação de Pera Bay with clear water, year-round conditions, and a relaxed reef profile.
About Regi
Regi is a sheltered offshore reef on Portugal's largest natural reef system in Armação de Pera Bay. The site is easy to read underwater, with rocky reef structure, sand patches, and a broad variety of local reef life that rewards slow exploration rather than a rushed drift. It is a good fit for relaxed boat dives when you want a clear, repeatable reef with good conditions year-round.
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Research Estimate At Regi
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 10m
AccessSimple entry
CoralHeavily damaged
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Crowd / PopularityModerate
Where Is Regi?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Regi Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
15m - 22m
Depth Note
Sheltered reef top with a modest reef-and-sand depth band and easy navigation.
Best Season
Year-round.
Typical Conditions
Sheltered by the bay and described as offering excellent diving conditions year-round.
Safety & Access At Regi
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Restricted access
Safety Notes
Treat this as a boat-led reef dive and keep to the briefing for route choice and entry planning.
Access Restrictions
Boat access via a local operator is the normal setup for this offshore reef.
Local Intel For Regi
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Reef diving on a sheltered natural reef with easy navigation and a modest depth profile.
Freediving
Freediving is possible in the calmer shallows, but the site is better suited to scuba because the reef is offshore and boat-accessed.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling can work in the calmer shallows, though scuba is the better fit for the full reef profile.
Recent Logged Visits At Regi
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Regi
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility10m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
