JOMABA
Protected Area
Estuario do Tejo
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) - JOMABA offers some of Algarve & Berlengas's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 15-19°C, warmest June, October, November.
JOMABA isn't your typical wreck dive, and that's precisely why we love it. The wreck itself is a dangerous one, a fishing vessel that ran aground near shore. With a maximum depth of two metres, it’s less a dive and more a snorkel or free-dive exploration, but don’t let that deter you. The hull sits broken and exposed, creating a fascinating jumble of metal and wood. You’ll find schools of small fish darting through the shattered timbers, almost as if they’re playing hide and seek. We've seen crabs scuttling over corroded plates, and anemones clinging to the shadowed nooks. It’s accessible, different, and truly shows how quickly nature reclaims what’s been lost. Our tip? Go at high tide for the best visibility, when the water settles and you can really get a sense of the wreck's structure. It's an ideal spot for macro photography or for introducing new snorkelers to the magic of an artificial reef without the deep water worries.
Typical JOMABA 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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Camara Lisboa Clube
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for JOMABA
JOMABA Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for JOMABA, 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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