VOLO
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) - VOLO offers some of Algarve & Berlengas's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 15-19°C, warmest June, October, November.
The Volo is a shallow wreck, resting at a comfortable three metres, making it an ideal spot for newer divers or those looking for a leisurely second dive. This 75-metre steamship, sunk in 1894, offers a surprisingly intact structure despite its age. You can clearly make out the bow and stern, with sections of the hull still standing proud, creating plenty of nooks and crannies for resident octopuses and schools of small fish. It’s a nice gentle drift over history, with sunlight dappling through the water, illuminating the rust-coloured metal and the occasional passing ray.
Typical VOLO 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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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for VOLO
VOLO Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for VOLO, 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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