Praia da Marinha - Lagoa, Portugal
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Torgut
N 37° 05.412 W 008° 24.753
29S E 552207 N 4105040
Praia da Marinha is as excellent option for divers looking for a spot in the area.
Waymark Code: WMF93W
Location: Faro, Portugal
Date Posted: 09/13/2012
Views: 14
Next to the generous parking lot there is a panel, in Portuguese and English, presenting Praia da Marinha for divers. There, one will learn that there is an underwater interpretation trail providing instant information to the divers.
Provided coordinates are from this panel. The beach location is obvious, just go down the steps.
Water Type: Ocean
Salinity: Salt
Access: Shore
Maximum Depth: 35
Typical Visibility: Fair (26-40 ft)
Has Reef?: no
Underwater Life: There are dozens of species, all mentioned in the panel. The beach was named after the pipefish (Marinha in Portuguese).
Wreck or Submerged Object?: Not listed
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Visit Instructions:
1) To log a visit, at least a picture taken at the surface, including any distinguishing landmarks or buoys if present, is required. While you do not have to enter the water, this is encouraged.
2) If you dive at the site, describe your visit including any details you wish to share such as weather, water temperature, visibility, bottom time, and anything of interest that you observed, living or nonliving.