Lagoa Azul
Why dive here
With 61+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, humpback whales, frogfish and pufferfish - Lagoa Azul offers some of São Tomé's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 27-29°C, warmest February, March, April.
Lagoa Azul is a good pick for an easy shore dive on São Tomé, especially if you're looking to stretch out your bottom time. The entry is simple, straight off the beach, and the maximum depth of 16m means you can really take your time exploring. We've often seen trumpetfish here, sometimes even a turtle or two cruising through. It’s a site that suits new divers getting comfortable, or anyone keen on a relaxed night dive. The rocks and sandy patches hold a surprising amount of smaller stuff if you look closely: cardinalfish huddle in crevices, and we’ve spotted various wrasse and even needlefish patrolling the open sand. Keep an eye out for larger schools of sardines too, depending on the season, which can make for some exciting flashes of silver.
Typical Lagoa Azul Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Lagoa Azul
Lagoa Azul Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Lagoa Azul, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (0.35, 6.74) (3km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
28°C
82°F · Range: 26.2–28.7°C
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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