Portugal
Baleeira Wreck
About this Dive Site
Description
The Baleeira Wreck, a former fishing trawler deliberately sunk off Sesimbra, now thrives as an artificial reef. Explore its mostly intact structure, a vibrant habitat for octopuses, cuttlefish, and colorful nudibranchs, offering an engaging dive into a thriving underwater ecosystem.
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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