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Dive trip Afonso Cerqueira Wreck for certified divers
(22) Reviews
Sâo Martinho
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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1. Rare Artificial Reef The Afonso Cerqueira F488 is a purpose-sunk Navy vessel, which means it was carefully prepared and placed to become a safe, eco-friendly artificial reef. This gives divers the chance to explore a clean, structurally intact wreck that was designed to be diveable — a rare opportunity.
2. Depth Suitable for Many Divers Unlike many deep wrecks, this one lies between 12 to 30 meters, making it accessible for both Open Water (with supervision or deep experience) and Advanced divers. It’s a rare chance to dive a real wreck without needing tech-level certification.
3. Marine Life Magnet In just a few years, the wreck has become home to a growing ecosystem. Expect to see:
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Highlights
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Boat trip
12L Air tank + Weight system
Dive guide
Diving Insurance
Use of SCUBA equipment
Government Fees
Meeting Points
Departure
Azul Diving Madeira | SSI and PADI dive center in Funchal
Azul diving Madeira is located by the pool of the Hotel Penha França Mar.
Return
Dive trip Afonso Cerqueira Wreck for certified divers
(22) Reviews
Sâo Martinho
About
1. Rare Artificial Reef The Afonso Cerqueira F488 is a purpose-sunk Navy vessel, which means it was carefully prepared and placed to become a safe, eco-friendly artificial reef. This gives divers the chance to explore a clean, structurally intact wreck that was designed to be diveable — a rare opportunity.
2. Depth Suitable for Many Divers Unlike many deep wrecks, this one lies between 12 to 30 meters, making it accessible for both Open Water (with supervision or deep experience) and Advanced divers. It’s a rare chance to dive a real wreck without needing tech-level certification.
3. Marine Life Magnet In just a few years, the wreck has become home to a growing ecosystem. Expect to see:
L...
Highlights
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Boat trip
12L Air tank + Weight system
Dive guide
Diving Insurance
Use of SCUBA equipment
Government Fees
Meeting Points
Departure
Azul Diving Madeira | SSI and PADI dive center in Funchal
Azul diving Madeira is located by the pool of the Hotel Penha França Mar.
Return
Itinerary
Your trip begins at Azul Diving Madeira, after check-in and a quick equipment setup, you'll receive a detailed dive briefing from our experienced dive guides, covering safety, wreck layout, marine life, and conditions.
Then we’ll head out by boat (just a short ride) to the Afonso Cerqueira wreck site, sitting at approximately 12 to 30 meters depth, making it suitable for Open Water and Advanced divers alike.
The wreck, an old Portuguese Navy corvette intentionally sunk in 2018, now rests peacefully on the ocean floor and is home to a wide variety of marine life — including groupers, moray eels, octopus, and schools of barracuda.
You’ll have plenty of time to explore the outside of the wre...
