Cinco Ribeiras

About this dive site

This dive site is located on the south-western coast of Terceira Island, in a village called Cinco Rebeiras. The coastline features lava flows that created impressive arches and tubes – a unique geological formation. This area is particularly known for Cinco Rebeiras Cave, one of Terceira's most famous underwater caves. Divers can also explore the site of the Union shipwreck, which sank here in 1911; only the boiler remains visible at the start of the dive. The marine environment offers a variety of fascinating species. You might encounter Round Stingrays, Common Octopuses, Boxlip Mullets, Fangtooth Morays, Cardinal Fish, Atlantic Lizardfish, and even Narwal Shrimp. The site receives ratings of four stars for Marine Life, four stars for Seafloor conditions, and three stars for Difficulty.