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Baixa do Frade

Baixa do Frade

Azores, Portugal

Depth
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24m

Visibility
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10m - 30m

Entry
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Boat

Experience Level

Experienced


About Baixa do Frade

Frade is located East Of Ponta Garca which is one of the many fishing villages around San Miguel. The terrain of this site consists of large amounts of small caves, walls and mini reefs that has been formed years ago by volcanic lava. A great place to see a large varuety of corals and fish. Ideal for photography and night diving.

Baixa do Frade Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Other, Cave, Reef, Night, Wall

Entry Type

Boat

Max Depth

24m

Visibility Range

10m 30m

Experience Level

Experienced

Best Gas

21% – 41%

O2
Marine Life

  • Shrimp
  • Seal
  • Nudibranch
  • Grouper
  • Pelagic Fish
  • Crab
  • Barracuda
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