Batelão do Burgau Suggest edit

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IntermediateDifficulty

IntermediateRecommended cert

30Max dive depth

30.0 mSite max depth

10.0–20.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

ModerateSurge

45 minAvg dive time

May to OctoberBest months

20.0–24.0 °CWater (summer)

15.0–18.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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Batelão do Burgau is a popular dive site located in the Algarve region of Portugal, known for its diverse marine life and underwater topography. The site features a sunken fishing boat, which attracts various species of fish and offers a unique diving experience.

Divers can explore the wreck and surrounding areas, which are characterized by rocky formations and sandy bottoms. The site is suitable for observing marine species such as octopus, moray eels, and various schools of fish. The depth varies, providing options for different skill levels.

Conditions

Visibility: 10.0–20.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: Moderate Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 20.0–24.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 15.0–18.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Boat Suggest edit
Permits required: No Suggest edit
Bottom types:
sand rock wreck Suggest edit

Photo tips

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Use a wide-angle lens for the wreck, and capture the vibrant marine life around it.

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