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River Gurara P

Sesimbra, Portugal
★ 4.0 (1 review)
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Famous, large cargo ship wreck off Portugal's Atlantic coast.

Boat Access
26m Avg Depth
32m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site features the impressive wreck of the River Gurara, a 170-meter Nigerian cargo ship that sank in 1989. The vessel lies broken in two main sections, offering a vast and complex structure for experienced divers. It has become a thriving artificial reef attracting a wide variety of marine life.

Diving Freediving Snorkeling

Site Ratings

Big Marine Life Good
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Very Good Viz
Famousness Famous

Plan Your Visit

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Marine Life

Conger eelEuropean lobsterpoutingwhite seabreamnudibranch

Things to Note

Difficulty:

Advanced

Deep wreck dive requiring experience with depth and potential currents.

Hazards:
depthcurrentboat trafficentanglement
Current Strength:

Moderate

Diving Conditions

Water Temperature Now: 18.5°C

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