Cavernas

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Cavernas

★★★★☆ (18)

Because it resembles an intricate maze, this dive is a real challenge for the more adventurous. A large number of holes with and without exit, raising the adrenaline to all who visit them.

We can observe immense schools of juvenile fish of various species, as well as the marine life already common in these places, octopus, cuttlefish, sea bream, mullets, etc.

Dive Activity

Dive Centers Catering This Dive Site

MEGA DIVE - DIVE CENTER

MEGA DIVE - DIVE CENTER

Avenida dos Náufragos - Porto de Abrigo Armazém 2 e 3 - Bloco D, 2970-152 Sesimbra, PO19 - Portugal
Palmela Desporto

Palmela Desporto

Piscina Municipal de Pinhal Novo, 2955-211 Pinhal Novo, PO19 - Portugal

Dive Sites Nearby

Mares
Pedra da Milu (★3.7)

Pedra da Milu (★3.7)

This spot is very pretty, due to the large variety of gorgonians that it has in its background.Usually, the dive here begins at 28-30mts and we can admire the gorgonians that almost cover the bottom as if it were a colourful carpet.
Palmela Desporto, 2955-211 Pinhal Novo
Ponta da Passagem (★4.2)

Ponta da Passagem (★4.2)

This is one of the most amazing and versatile spots in Sesimbra. There is a big canyon that has walls full of colorful life, like yellow sponges, nudibranchs, and anemones.
Palmela Desporto, 2955-211 Pinhal Novo
Arcanzil (★4.3)

Arcanzil (★4.3)

Arcanzil is a rock formation located a few tens of meters south of the coast of Sesimbra, near Cape Espichel. It rises from the bottom (located at 15m) to the surface. It is rare for the top of the stone get completely submerged.
Palmela Desporto, 2955-211 Pinhal Novo
Pedra das Âncoras (★4.1)

Pedra das Âncoras (★4.1)

Area of rock formations not very high but of very interesting relief, and where we can see some anchors lost there, average depth 15m and maximum 18m.
Mares, Janez Kranjc
River Gurara Proa (Wreck) (★4.1)

River Gurara Proa (Wreck) (★4.1)

River Gurara MV was a Nigerian cargo motor vessel that sank on 26th February 1989 in Cape Espichel, during a strong storm. The ship broke in the middle, keeping its bow near the coast. This dive site is of the bow of the ship and has an average depth of 28m.
Mares, Janez Kranjc
River Gurara Popa (★4.2)

River Gurara Popa (★4.2)

River Gurara MV was a Nigerian cargo motor vessel that sank on 26th February 1989 in Cape Espichel, during a strong storm.The ship broke in the middle, keeping its stern near the coast at an average depth of 23mts.
Palmela Desporto, 2955-211 Pinhal Novo
Paredes do Cabo (★4.2)

Paredes do Cabo (★4.2)

The “Cable Walls“ are located next to the Cabo Espichel cliff. The depth is about 12-15m and what makes it special are the traces of the River Gurara wreck which can be found. The stern part is about 100m to the south.
Mares, Janez Kranjc
Gruta dos Pampos (★4.4)

Gruta dos Pampos (★4.4)

This place is very close to our famous wreck dive site: The River Gurara. The cave has a large entrance and, as we move forward, it divides into two.
Palmela Desporto, 2955-211 Pinhal Novo
P-39 (★4.2)

P-39 (★4.2)

This dive site is an extensive rocky bottom area that lies at about 1.5 km west of Cape Espichel. Depth varies between 34-42m. Due to its location, the existence of strong currents is common.
ANTHIA DIVING CENTER, 2970-152 Sesimbra
Bifa (★4.2)

Bifa (★4.2)

This site is easily identified at the surface by its distinctive geological formation at the base of the cape. Waves and swell here create large water spurts (in rough weather you can even hear “roaring“). Underneath it - under calm conditions - there’s a cavern-like environment and beautiful walls to be explored.
Palmela Desporto, 2955-211 Pinhal Novo
Forte da Baralha (★4.0)

Forte da Baralha (★4.0)

Rock formation located a few meters south of the coast of Sesimbra, near Cape Espichel. It rises from the bottom (located at 15m) to the surface. It is rare that the top of the stone gets completely submerged.
Palmela Desporto, 2955-211 Pinhal Novo
Catrapona (★4.3)

Catrapona (★4.3)

Catrapona is a popular spot for both recreational and technical divers in the Sesimbra area. It is located north of Cabo Espichel and, thus, exposed to prevalent waves and winds that normally hit the Portuguese occidental coast all year round.
Aqualung
Baleeira (★4.0)

Baleeira (★4.0)

Baleeira is a bay with a small beach of rolled stones. This site is very good for beginners and for try dives. Even though most access this site from a boat, you can stay on the beach and start your dive from there as well.
Palmela Desporto, 2955-211 Pinhal Novo
3 Milhas (★3.8)

3 Milhas (★3.8)

This spot consists of a large rock with a slit that crosses it giving the sensation of being 2 separate rocks.It is possible to pass underneath from one side to the other because there is an opening in the form of an arc.
Mares
Lagosteiros (★3.9)

Lagosteiros (★3.9)

This site consists of several shelf-shaped rocks where lobsters like to seek refuge. It is nice to watch the lobster “antennas“ coming out of the shelves.
Scubapro
Penedos (★4.0)

Penedos (★4.0)

The general location of Penedos was given to us by a local fisherman around 20 years ago. He told us about the existence of these large boulders and abrupt depth changes in a relatively confined area just in front of the village of Sesimbra.
Aqualung
Barco das Telhas (Wreck) (★4.3)

Barco das Telhas (Wreck) (★4.3)

Shipwreck of a small transport vessel. Its cargo was constituted by tile remains, hence the site name. It is located at a depth between 55 and 65 meters, depending on the tide. Due to the depth this site is only for expert divers.
MEGA DIVE - DIVE CENTER, 2970-152 Sesimbra
Pedra da Mula (★4.5)

Pedra da Mula (★4.5)

Less than 10 minutes from the port of Sesimbra, and next to the amazing Ribeira do Cavalo beach, we can dive into this fantastic place, characterized by a rock in the shape of a mule. On a sandy bottom with some rocky areas, it is an excellent spot for wall diving with the sight of lots of marine life.
Palmela Desporto, 2955-211 Pinhal Novo
Batelão (★4.2)

Batelão (★4.2)

A small shipwreck of the barge that transported the stones appears in the construction of the new point of the harbor of Sesimbra.It is split in two but despite its small dimensions it is a very pleasant place for divers who are beginners or with less experience.
Maria P. (#2904290)
Pedra do Leão (★4.3)

Pedra do Leão (★4.3)

This site is home to a stone that looks like a lion. The diving is done next to its wall. There is a wide underneath passage that crosses through the rock. Around it, you can find smaller rocks covered with algae.
Palmela Desporto, 2955-211 Pinhal Novo
Jardim das Gorgónias (★4.0)

Jardim das Gorgónias (★4.0)

This spot is one of the most popular in the area, only because of its easy orientation and the diversity of life. The most common course is to keep the rock on your left side and circle around it, taking into account that the north side of the rock is less deep, allowing for a long dive.
Aqualung
Pedra do Meio (★3.9)

Pedra do Meio (★3.9)

This dive site has a maximum depth of about 13m and consists of a shallow stone that extends from west to east near the exit of the port. Diving this site is very easy and you are always surrounded by life.
Palmela Desporto, 2955-211 Pinhal Novo
Baía da Armação (★4.0)

Baía da Armação (★4.0)

Set in a small bay by the shore, this spot (translated into English: Armação Bay) is a favourite because of its existing biodiversity.it is possible to dive here all year round because it is protected by high cliffs.
Scubapro
Pião (★4.0)

Pião (★4.0)

This dive spot is formed by several pinnacles surrounded by sand, but none the less full of lie. It is easy to go from one pinnacle to another because they are very close to each other.