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1. Rare Artificial Reef
The Afonso Cerqueira F488 is a purpose-sunk Navy vessel, which means it was carefully prepared and placed to become a safe, eco-friendly artificial reef. This gives divers the chance to explore a clean, structurally intact wreck that was designed to be diveable — a rare opportunity.
2. Depth Suitable for Many Divers
Unlike many deep wrecks, this one lies between 12 to 30 meters, making it accessible for both Open Water (with supervision or deep experience) and Advanced divers. It’s a rare chance to dive a real wreck without needing tech-level certification.
3. Marine Life Magnet
In just a few years, the wreck has become home to a growing ecosystem. Expect to see:
Large dusky groupers
Moray eels, octopus, and nudibranchs
Barracuda schools and other pelagics circling the area
The combination of wreck structure and marine life creates fantastic photo and video opportunities.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Azul diving Madeira is located by the pool of the Hotel Penha França Mar.
What to expect
Then we’ll head out by boat (just a short ride) to the Afonso Cerqueira wreck site, sitting at approximately 12 to 30 meters depth, making it suitable for Open Water and Advanced divers alike.
The wreck, an old Portuguese Navy corvette intentionally sunk in 2018, now rests peacefully on the ocean floor and is home to a wide variety of marine life — including groupers, moray eels, octopus, and schools of barracuda.
You’ll have plenty of time to explore the outside of the wreck with your guide, enjoying both the structure and the surrounding reef life.
After surfacing, we return to the dive center, where you can rinse your gear and relax.
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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