Pedras Altas
Protected Area
Ria de Alvor
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) - Pedras Altas offers some of Algarve & Berlengas's richest diving. Water ranges 15-19°C, warmest June, October, November.
Pedras Altas is a solid choice if you're just getting your fins wet in the Algarve. At a comfortable 17 metres, it’s a gentle introduction to the local underwater scene, perfect for newer divers or those looking for a relaxed multi-level profile. We often see plenty of small schooling fish here, darting around the rocky outcrops, and it’s a good spot to try and find some of the camouflaged scorpionfish that blend in so well with the seabed. Visibility can vary, but on a good day, it offers a pleasant, easy dive.
Typical Pedras Altas Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Pedras Altas
Pedras Altas Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Pedras Altas, 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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