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Official Madeira tourism page describing year-round diving and clear-water Atlantic conditions around the island.
Dive Spot Guide•
Sandy
Harbor-side shore dive with easy entry and varied Atlantic life.
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Sandy is a simple Ribeira Brava shore dive entered by harbor stairs, best for relaxed local dives, training, and easy coastal circuits when Atlantic surface conditions are settled.
About Sandy
Sandy is an easy shore dive beside Ribeira Brava harbor, entered from stairs before the route follows the nearby coastline over sand, rock, and scattered structure. It is a relaxed local site for beginner-friendly dives, with Atlantic fish life, cephalopods, crabs, rays, and occasional turtle encounters adding interest without requiring a demanding profile.
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Research Estimate At Sandy
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
AccessSimple entry
Aquatic LifeAverage variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Where Is Sandy?
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Sandy Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
Up to 18m
Depth Note
The public Sandy site listing describes this as a shallow harbor-side shore dive with a published maximum depth of 18 m; a minimum depth was not stated.
Best Season
Madeira is diveable year-round, with calmer summer to early autumn periods usually giving the easiest shore conditions.
Typical Conditions
Sandy is a harbor-side Atlantic shore dive that is easiest to plan on settled days, when entry remains simple and the coastal route is less affected by wind chop or swell.
Local Intel For Sandy
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Sandy suits training dives, refreshers, and relaxed guided shore dives where easy access and a straightforward coastal route matter more than depth or technical complexity.
Wildlife at Sandy
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Sandy
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Sandy
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