Portugal
River Gurara Wreck
About this Dive Site
Description
The River Gurara, a Nigerian cargo ship lost in 1989, now rests as a captivating wreck at 30 meters, adorned with anemones and sponges. Dive through its cargo holds and bridge, encountering schools of seabream and elusive moray eels amidst this artificial reef.
Best Time to Dive
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| 16°C | 16°C | 17°C | 18°C | 19°C | 20°C | 21°C | 22°C | 21°C | 20°C | 18°C | 17°C |
Peak Season
May, June, July, August, September
Mar
Early spring marine life activity
May
Dolphins and occasional sunfish sightings
Jun
Good visibility, abundant fish life
Jul
Peak season for diverse marine life
More monthly highlights
Aug
Warmest water, excellent visibility
Sep
Continued good diving, possibility of pelagics
Oct
Mola mola (sunfish) sightings can increase
Nov
Transition to cooler waters
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