Azores

The Azores are a remote archipelago in the North Atlantic, offering oceanic diving around nine volcanic islands. Expect strong currents and clear water with a mix of wall drops, submarine channels, and lava formations. Notable sites are often accessible by boat from each island, with cold to temperate water temperatures and good visibility. Marine life includes pelagics, formations of bigeye trevally, common dolphins, and seasonal whale sightings, plus macro critters like nudibranchs on rocky substrates. The region suits divers seeking open-water, drift, and exploratory dives, with varying access depending on island and sea conditions.