Portugal
Angra Do Heroísmo
Angra do Heroísmo in the Azores is a coastal administrative region with access to volcanic seascapes and Atlantic diving. The area offers a mix of shore and boat dives around Angra, including nearby volcanic reefs, clear Atlantic water, and sections with deeper walls. Typical conditions feature temperate Atlantic water, good visibility, and marine life such as reef fish, swirling pelagics, and endemic invertebrates, with easier options for recreational divers from the two local dive centers serving the sites near Angra do Heroísmo and surrounding islands.
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Top scuba diving cities in the region of Angra do Heroísmo
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Angra (Santa Luzia)
Coastal Azores base with access to nearby dive sites.
Angra (São Pedro)
Azores island gateway with local reef/wall diving.
Angra do Heroísmo
Historic Azores gateway for island diving.
Cities to dive in the Angra do Heroísmo region
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The best times to dive in the Angra do Heroísmo region
The best months to dive in Angra do Heroísmo are from June to September. Temperatures are confortable (19-22°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.
Based on last year's weather. Scores compare months for this destination only and are indicative. A mitigated month may still suit many divers.
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