10m
    Algarve & Berlengas, Portugal
    Estuário do Tejo

    MILTON

    Best months: Jun–Oct

    Protected Area

    Estuário 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) - MILTON offers some of Algarve & Berlengas's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 15-19°C, warmest June, October, November.

    Best timeJun–Oct
    WetsuitA 5mm wetsuit
    Marine lifeBlue Sharks, Blue Whales, Dolphins, Dwarf Minke Whales and Ocean Sunfish (Mola Mola) · 116+ species recorded
    Water15-19°C · warmest June, October, November
    CharacterWreck dive · max 10m
    StandoutRich in charismatic marine life

    MILTON is a classic, shallow wreck dive, and we absolutely love it for a relaxing second dive or for divers getting comfortable with overhead environments. Sitting upright at just 10 metres, this old steamship is surprisingly intact given its age, resting on a sandy bottom. The ship’s superstructure is still recognisable, and you can swim through various cargo holds, which are now completely colonised by schooling fish. Look for moray eels tucked into the darker recesses, and we’ve often seen big schools of sea bream and even the occasional octopus here. The light penetration through the openings is fantastic, creating a moody, atmospheric dive without any real challenge. It's an ideal site for photographers and anyone keen to explore a piece of history without the complications of depth or strong currents.

    Typical MILTON Dive Profile

    5m10mSafety Stop0m10m max~60 min estimated bottom time

    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 MILTON

    MILTON Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for MILTON, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (37.92, -8.81) (40km away)

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    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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