Princess Alice Bank⚠ data unverified
Portugal · Europe · Atlantic Ocean
4.0
/ 5
★★★★☆
Diving with visibility up to 30 m, challenging currents — a strong choice for experienced divers.
Level Advanced
Marine life
4.0
Visibility
5.0
Accessibility
3.2
Facilities
2.5
Pros
- Excellent visibility up to 30 m
- 3 standout marine species
- Best conditions in Jun–Oct
Cons
- Strong currents — skilled divers only
- Very deep dives to 50 m
Best for
Not 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
- Expect strong current — run drift dives with an experienced local guide.
- Conditions can be demanding; dive with an operator who knows the site.
- Built for experienced divers — an Advanced Open Water cert is a good idea.
- Prime season is Jun–Oct.
📷 Banco Princesa Alice.jpg · Public domain
Depth
20–50 m (66–164 ft)
Visibility
30 m (98 ft)
Water temp
17–24°C (63–75°F)
Current
Strong
Best season
Jun–Oct
Certification
Advanced
Dive shops
2
Why go
Princess Alice Bank, a seamounts in the Atlantic Ocean off Portugal, rises from deeper water. Dives run to 50 m with around 30 m visibility, strong currents and sea temperatures of 17–24°C. Marine highlights include manta rays, devil rays and sharks. Best season is Jun–Oct, typically reached by boat. Built for experienced divers. An Advanced Open Water certification is recommended. Strong currents and dives to 50 m call for solid buoyancy and comfort at depth.
Site type
Seamount
Access
Boat
Came hoping for devil rays, and it delivered. The 30 m visibility kept everything sharp.
Reliable conditions and plenty of variety — I rate it highly for guiding.
Really enjoyed it. Just watch your buoyancy when you drop in.