Berlengas Islands⚠ data unverified
Portugal · Europe · Atlantic Ocean
3.5
/ 5
★★★★☆
Wall-and-reef diving with a well-rounded site — a great fit for most divers.
Level Intermediate
Marine life
3.5
Visibility
4.0
Accessibility
3.2
Facilities
2.5
Pros
- Excellent visibility up to 20 m
- 3 standout marine species
- Best conditions in May–Sep
Cons
- Moderate currents can pick up
Best for
Plan your trip
$$$$🛏️
Suggested stay
1–2 days
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Cost level
Relative cost $$$$ · ≈ $191/day
Very remote — few operators means higher cost and fewer choices.
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Where to stay
Day-boat diving based at a dedicated dive resort or dive centre. A quiet, remote site — book lodging well in advance.
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Real daily cost in Portugal
Around $191/day per person · food $77 · hotel $143
Good to know
- Moderate current that makes for an easy, relaxed drift.
- An Advanced Open Water certification is recommended.
- Prime season is May–Sep.
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Depth
5–35 m (16–115 ft)
Visibility
20 m (66 ft)
Water temp
15–22°C (59–72°F)
Current
Moderate
Best season
May–Sep
Certification
Open Water
Dive shops
2
Why go
Berlengas Islands sits in the Atlantic Ocean off Portugal, a wall and reef system where dives drop from shallow tops into deeper water. Dives run to 35 m with around 20 m visibility, moderate currents and sea temperatures of 15–22°C. Marine highlights include cold water corals, grouper and barracuda. Best season is May–Sep, typically reached by boat. A good choice for divers with some experience. Open Water certification is sufficient for most sites here.
Site type
ReefWall
Access
Boat
The moderate currents kept things interesting from start to finish.
Reliable conditions and plenty of variety — I rate it highly for guiding.
Great diving, great vibe. A place worth coming back to.