Santa Maria - Azores

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Being the southernmost and easternmost of the Azores islands, Santa Maria has a warmer and drier climate. It is also known as the Island of the Sun.The island's rugged coastline, with its high rocky promontory and wide, shimmering bays of calm, crystal-clear waters, is a constant invitation to discovery and wonder.Off the coast of Santa Maria Island, there are several diving spots with caves, passages, enormous walls, and underwater mountains. The strong possibility of encountering a wide variety of ocean life species delights any diver.This is an opportunity to dive with majestic Manta rays, and also have the chance to spot Whale Sharks.If the sea is calm, Santa Maria is also a great starting point for exploring the submerged mountains of Formigas and Dollabarat.DIVEWater temperature 20º/26ºVisibility 20/30m

The sea conditions and the approximately 60 dive sites make Bonaire the Shore Diving Capital of the World.The concept of diving in this destination is based on shore diving, without rigid schedules or crowded locations.Drive your van until you find a yellow rock with a name painted on it (the waypoint markers). Just park, equip your gear, and walk to the water.Unlimited Diving. Dive at your own pace, 3, 4 or 5 times a day, if your computer allows it.- Aquarium-quality visibility. Frequently exceeds 30 meters.- Calm Sea. The west side of the island (where the diving spots are located) is protected from the trade winds, resulting in almost waveless waters with low or non-existent currents.- Biodiversity. Bonaire Marine Park is one of the oldest and best-preserved in the world.Diving for All Levels.- For those less experienced, the ease of entry into the water and the gradual depth make it an ideal place to gain confidence.- For more experienced divers, the depth drops rapidly to below 40 meters in many places, allowing for technical dives and deeper explorations with complete safety.