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Panela das Calhetas

Not far from the coast, 7 minutes by boat is our dive site. There may be swell and current effects. Several deep channels that run perpendicularly along the coast. Presence of a huge “pan”-shaped volcanic structure

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Arcos dal Calhetas

This dive spot is 14 minutes by boat and characterized by impressive lava tubes with several passages and entrances. Possibility of diving with depths of around 14 to 20m deep. Possibility of curl

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PORTO CAPELAS

This dive site is starting from the coast with alternatives for different levels of experience. Background with walls, rocks and sand. Possibility of strong waves in the entrance area

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MORRO DAS CAPELAS

Volcanic rocky wall that can go easily to 35m deep. The dive can be carried out at a shallower depth along the wall. Possibility of strong currents

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ILHÉU DE SÃO ROQUE

5min by boat from Ponta Delgada marina. It has a sand bottom between 5 and 10m deep. Ideal for Entry Level Divers. Surrounded by a volcanic wall from the surface to the bottom.

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Dori Wreck

Wreck 130 meters long and about 30m wide. Maximum depth of 22m at the bow and 18m at the stern, with a minimum depth of 12m in the shallowest part of the wreck. Areas partially destroyed and no penetration inside.

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O Arco

Located 10 minutes by boat from the Ponta Delgada marina, it is characterized by a bottom made of volcanic rocks and a main arch within 3 to 4 meters high.

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Arco do Cavaco

Spot about 15 mint by boat from Ponta delgada Marina, characterized by the presence of volcanic arcs and finger-shaped walls along the coastline. Excellent for drifts and shallow depths of up to 25m. Its proximity to the chocolate factory gave it its name.

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Lavakita

Lava flow with the formation of volcanic walls. Possibility of observing an unidentified shipwreck and accessory anchors. Possibility of deep dives.

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Âncoras do ilhéu de São Roque

Dive Spot characterized by the existence of numerous historical anchors found along the Ponta Delgada marina. After cataloguing them, they were placed in front of the São Roque Islet in order to create an artificial reef and a new dive spot.

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