SEABIRD
Protected Area
Porto das Capelas-Ponta das Calhetas
Why dive here
With 219+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue sharks, blue whales, dolphins, dwarf minke whales and hammerhead sharks - SEABIRD offers some of Azores's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 16-24°C, warmest August, September, October.
The Seabird wreck, sitting shallow at just a meter deep, isn’t your typical Azores dive, but it’s certainly worth a look if you’re into something a bit different. It’s a great spot for snorkelers or very shallow freediving, with the wreck’s shape still quite distinct. You’ll find schools of juvenile fish darting amongst the rusted metal, and it’s a surprisingly good place to spot nudibranchs clinging to the growth. We often see blennies peeking from crevices too. It’s an easy, relaxed exploration, perfect for a surface interval or when you want a break from the deeper volcanic walls.
Typical SEABIRD 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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AZZURRO - Dive Academy
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Espírito Azul Dive Center
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for SEABIRD
SEABIRD Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for SEABIRD, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (37.87, -25.92) (22km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
22°C
72°F · Range: 20.5–24.2°C
Air Temperature
21°C
70°F
Wind Speed
10 m/s
19.4 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1018.8 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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