Baixa do Ilheu do Frade Suggest edit

Portugal Suggest Add region

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IntermediateDifficulty

IntermediateRecommended cert

30Max dive depth

30.0 mSite max depth

15.0–30.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

ModerateSurge

45 minAvg dive time

May to OctoberBest months

20.0–25.0 °CWater (summer)

15.0–20.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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Baixa do Ilheu do Frade is a popular dive site located near Santa Maria, in the Azores, Portugal. It features diverse marine life and interesting underwater topography.

The dive site offers opportunities to explore rocky formations and vibrant marine ecosystems. Divers can expect to see various fish species and possibly some larger pelagics in the area.

Conditions

Visibility: 15.0–30.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: Moderate Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 20.0–25.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 15.0–20.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

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

Photo tips

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Wide-angle for marine life, macro for small species

Location

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