Plongée à Berlengas Islands — Portugal
The Berlengas archipelago sits 10 km off Peniche and is Portugal's oldest marine reserve, with granite walls dropping into blue Atlantic water where sunfish cruise in summer. Caves and tunnels riddle the islands, and the protected status means fish life is noticeably denser than mainland sites.
- Score
- 63.6
- Visibilité
- 8–25m
- Température
- 13–20°C
- Meilleurs mois
- June, July, August
The Berlengas archipelago sits 10 km off Peniche and is Portugal's oldest marine reserve, with granite walls dropping into blue Atlantic water where sunfish cruise in summer. Caves and tunnels riddle the islands, and the protected status means fish life is noticeably denser than mainland sites.
Portugal's Atlantic Nature Reserve
Score Breakdown
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Marine Life
68.0Species diversity, megafauna encounters, reef fish abundance, macro life, and endemic species.
Key Species
Dive Types
Traveling with Non-Divers?
Your non-diving travel companions will find plenty to enjoy topside while you're underwater. Here are some activities to consider.
Activities for Non-Divers
Nearby Cultural Sites
- Forte de São João Baptista
- Peniche Fortress
Non-Diver Score
Good topside options for non-diving companions.
Safety & Emergency
Chamber in Lisbon at Hospital da Marinha; Peniche hospital for first aid
Top Operators
Berlengas Dive Center
PADI
Haliotis Peniche
SSI