FLORA
Protected Area
Sudoeste Alentejano e Costa Vicentina
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) - FLORA offers some of Algarve & Berlengas's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 15-19°C, warmest June, October, November.
The Flora, a merchant vessel that went down back in 1934, lies at a considerable 55 metres off Cape St Vincent. This isn't one for the newer divers among us, with the depth demanding some real experience and comfort in low visibility. What you find down there is a substantial wreck, over 100 metres long, largely intact and silhouetted against the dark water. We've seen conger eels tucked into the deeper sections, and if you bring a good light, the hull plating reveals plenty of small crabs and nudibranchs clinging on. It’s a deep, contemplative dive, perfect for those who appreciate the history and quiet solitude of a truly submerged wreck.
Typical FLORA Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Maximum depth 55m exceeds recreational limits (40m). Technical diving certification and equipment required.
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for FLORA
FLORA Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for FLORA, 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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