visitmadeira.com · Official Tourism
Published Feb 19, 2026Official Madeira tourism article covering the wreck, visibility, and summer conditions.
Dive Spot Guide•
Corveta Afonso Cerqueira
Madeira's signature boat wreck off Cabo Girão.
Scuba DivingBoatIntermediate
Local operator required
Boat-only wreck off Cabo Girão; plan through a Madeira charter or dive center.
Boat-only wreck with strong operator support; best for confident scuba divers planning a guided Madeira day trip.
About Corveta Afonso Cerqueira
Corveta Afonso Cerqueira is Madeira's signature boat wreck, a former Portuguese Navy corvette sunk off Cabo Girão and now sitting upright as an artificial reef. The wreck offers open exterior passes plus selected penetrable sections for trained wreck divers, with decks, cabins, and hull structure that photograph well. Plan it as a guided south-coast boat dive: simple logistics, a moderate depth profile, and conditions that still reward patience when the water is less than perfect.
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Research Estimate At Corveta Afonso Cerqueira
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 25m
AccessSimple entry
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Crowd / PopularityQuite busy
CurrentLight current
SurgeLight surge
Where Is Corveta Afonso Cerqueira?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Corveta Afonso Cerqueira Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
12m - 30m
Depth Note
Public guides place the wreck roughly 12-30m deep, with a few references quoting a low-30s maximum.
Best Season
Year-round, with calmer seas and clearer water usually more common in summer.
Typical Conditions
Boat-based south-coast wreck diving with clear-water windows, a photogenic artificial reef, and occasional weather-driven visibility swings.
Safety & Access At Corveta Afonso Cerqueira
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Boat trafficOverhead environmentRestricted access
Safety Notes
Stay outside any interior sections unless trained for wreck penetration, keep buoyancy tight along the hull, and plan the ascent around surface traffic.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; use a local operator and wreck-appropriate training for any interior sections.
Legal Notes
Protected marine-park setting; follow operator briefings and park etiquette.
Local Intel For Corveta Afonso Cerqueira
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba
A guided wreck dive with open exterior lines and selected penetrable spaces. Best for certified scuba divers who are comfortable with depth and wreck awareness.
Freedive
Not a practical freedive target because the wreck is deep and includes overhead structure.
Snorkel
Not a snorkeling site beyond surface viewing.
Corveta Afonso Cerqueira Dive Conditions Planner
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Exposure Profile at Corveta Afonso Cerqueira
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Exposure Note
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Recent Logged Visits At Corveta Afonso Cerqueira
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Corveta Afonso Cerqueira
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility25m
Activity
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Corveta Afonso Cerqueira Guide - Frequently Asked Questions
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
Corveta Afonso Cerqueira Guide - Sources and Updates
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Research Sources
www.azuldiving.com · Operator
Madeira dive-center page with the wreck name and boat logistics.
www.madeiradivepoint.com · Operator
Dive-spots listing that includes the wreck and its boat-access profile.
www.portugaldive.com · Directory
Independent dive-directory page with popularity and condition notes.
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