O Arco

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

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.

Located just 10 minutes from the Ponta Delgada marina, the name of this spot comes from the fact that it is in front of a chocolate factory. It is formed by rocks of volcanic origin with depths ranging from 7m to 19m. During the dive you can pass through arches of different sizes.

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.

Characterized by the presence of volcanic arches at a depth of 30m, which makes it attractive for deep dives. It is possible to start the dive in a shallower area at 12m and to dive up to 18m without going to the location of the arches, for open water divers.

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.

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.

A wreck from 1883 called “LUSO“ that was identified by the Best Spot diving center. A scattered wreck that allows for drift diving and where you can see the propeller, boilers and scattered areas of the ship. Maximum depths of 14 to 18m but with the possibility of going shallow.

It’s 15min by boat from Ponta Delgada marina. With the possibility of diving from the shore, this dive offers sandy bottoms, arches and rocks. The depths range from 4m up to 20m.

Natural reef with depths ranging from 5m to 18m. It is made of 2 parallel walls along the coast that create protection and allow diving from beginners and advanced levels.