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Official Madeira tourism article describing visibility, protected waters, and varied dive sites.
Dive Spot Guide•
Scorpio House Reef
Scorpio House Reef is a wreck dive in Madeira
Shore-access wreck with a shallow house-reef dive site with an easy entry, suitable for beginners. the reef starts very shallow and slopes down to about 12–. there is a small wreck feature off to.
About Scorpio House Reef
Scorpio House Reef is a local wreck in Madeira. It brings together a shallow house-reef dive site with an easy entry, suitable for beginners. the reef starts very shallow and slopes down to about 12–. there is a small wreck feature off to the right side of the point, adding interest for divers and snorkelers. a beginner-friendly shore dive profile in shallow water down to around 12–, with a small wreck feature. Shore access keeps the logistics direct and simple. It suits divers who want a simple wreck-focused plan with normal offshore checks.
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Research Estimate At Scorpio House Reef
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 20m
AccessSimple entry
CoralMixed health
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
CurrentLight current
SurgeLight surge
Where Is Scorpio House Reef?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Scorpio House Reef Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
2m - 14m
Depth Note
Public descriptions report a maximum depth of 14 m; the shallow starting depth is not consistently published.
Best Season
Year-round; late spring through autumn usually gives the most comfortable sea state.
Typical Conditions
Often clear, relatively protected waters with only occasional current; some exposed sites can still feel lively.
Safety & Access At Scorpio House Reef
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Safety Notes
Keep an eye on overhead awareness if any swim-throughs are involved, and stay conservative on gas and route planning.
Access Restrictions
Plan the local shore entry and exit carefully.
Legal Notes
Follow operator guidance and local marine-area rules.
Local Intel For Scorpio House Reef
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A guided wreck dive with normal offshore planning and a strong focus on route control and buoyancy.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling is specifically recommended, with shallow depths beginning around 2 m.
Wildlife at Scorpio House Reef
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Scorpio House Reef
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Scorpio House Reef
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility20m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
