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River Gurara Popa is the stern section of the Nigerian cargo ship River Gurara,
River Gurara Popa is the stern section of the Nigerian cargo ship River Gurara,
Conditions or access may require a local guide. Dive with a local operator.
River Gurara MV was a Nigerian cargo vessel that sank off Cape Espichel on 26 February 1989 during a strong storm. The wreck broke in the middle, with the stern remaining close to the coast at an average depth of about 23 m. The wreck provides shelter for a variety of marine life, with numerous fish and cephalopods commonly found around the structure.
Site Conditions
Safety Notes
Moroon line to descent and ascent
Access Restrictions
Marine park, no fishing
Legal Notes
Protected area
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Wreck dive with the stern section near the coast at an average depth around 23 m.
Last Updated
Recent community updates
Research Sources
Lisbon-area dive article summarizing the River Gurara bow-and-stern split.
Dive-directory page for the stern section of the wreck.
Municipal overview of the wreck and its dive significance.
Official Sesimbra tourism page describing the River Gurara and local dive scene.

Boat-access wall and cave site by Cabo Espichel.

Bow-section wreck with shelter life off Cape Espichel.

Sesimbra cave with branching passages and small-wall life.