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River Gurara Popa
River Gurara Popa is the stern section of the Nigerian cargo ship River Gurara,
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Advanced boat wreck dive on the River Gurara's stern section near Cape Espichel with generally calm currents but occasional surge.
About River Gurara Popa
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.
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Where Is River Gurara Popa?
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River Gurara Popa Planning Details
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Reported Depth
21m - 25m
Depth Note
Average depth reported as 23 m near the stern section close to the coast.
Best Season
All year round
Typical Conditions
Good visiblity, usually no current, sometimes a little bit of surge
Safety & Access At River Gurara Popa
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Key Hazards
Waves
Safety Notes
Moroon line to descent and ascent
Access Restrictions
Marine park, no fishing
Legal Notes
Protected area
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Wreck dive with the stern section near the coast at an average depth around 23 m.
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River Gurara Popa Guide - Sources and Updates
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Feb 10, 2026Research Sources
www.azzurro.pt · Dive Operator
Lisbon-area dive article summarizing the River Gurara bow-and-stern split.
www.portugaldive.com · Dive Directory
Dive-directory page for the stern section of the wreck.
www.sesimbra.pt · Official Tourism
Municipal overview of the wreck and its dive significance.
www.visitsesimbra.pt · Official Tourism
Official Sesimbra tourism page describing the River Gurara and local dive scene.
