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PADISSI
4.9(523)
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€45
Azul Diving Center
Funchal / Caniçal
Verified
Two locations, championship dive sites, online booking
English, Portuguese
2-8 divers per guide
AdvancedSouth Coast / Cabo Girão, Madeira
Corveta Afonso Cerqueira (F488)
An 85m Portuguese Navy corvette intentionally sunk in 2018 to create an artificial reef. Penetrable structure with access to engine room, cafeteria, and captain's deck. Madeira's premier wreck dive site with dramatic underwater photography opportunities.
Best: June, July, August
Highlights
- 85m intact military vessel
- Penetrable compartments (engine room, cafeteria, bridge)
- Developing artificial reef ecosystem
- Dramatic photography subject
Things to Know
- Requires minimum 6 dives in last 12 months
- Advanced certification recommended
- Boat dive only
Facilities
Boat access only
Best Months
JuneJulyAugustSeptember
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PADI 5★ IDC
4.9(612)
From
€45
Madeira Divepoint (XPoint)
Funchal
Verified
Only PADI 5-Star IDC in Madeira, est. 1991, free Nitrox after 4 dives
English, Portuguese
2-8 divers
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PADISSI
4.9(156)
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€60
Focusnatura
Santa Cruz
Verified
Underwater photography authority, competition organizers, wreck specialists
English, Portuguese
2-6 divers
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