Bela - Dive Spot
Protected Area
Recife do Algarve - Pedra do Valado
Why dive here
With 116+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue sharks, blue whales, dolphins, dwarf minke whales and ocean sunfish (mola mola) - Bela - Dive Spot offers some of Algarve & Berlengas's richest diving. Water ranges 15-19°C, warmest June, October, November.
Bela is a solid entry-level dive in the Algarve. It's a nice easy run down to 19 metres, making it a good choice for newer divers or anyone looking for a relaxed bottom time. We usually find plenty of octopus tucked into the rocks and often see a few cuttlefish hanging around, especially in summer. The visibility here can be hit or miss, so we always check conditions before heading out, but on a good day, it’s a pleasant dive with decent critters.
Typical Bela - Dive Spot Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Depth of 19m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Bela - Dive Spot
Bela - Dive Spot Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Bela - Dive Spot, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (37.92, -8.81) (40km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
19°C
65°F · Range: 16.7–20.2°C
Air Temperature
18°C
65°F
Wind Speed
8.24 m/s
16.0 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1017.4 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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