Take two guided wreck dives at the Ocean Revival Park off Portimão to explore four purposely sunk naval ships now teeming with marine life. This advanced-certified experience combines short boat runs, controlled penetrations and excellent visibility typical of the Algarve.
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You slip the ladder and the Atlantic cools your face — sunlight fractures through the swell into bands on the surface while the boat idles above a graveyard of steel. Beneath, four purpose-sunk naval ships lie quiet on the sandy bottom of the Ocean Revival Park, their hulls already colonized by sponges, small groupers and the slow sweep of invertebrates. This is wreck diving with intent: two dives in one outing give you time to study shapes, penetration limits and the way light moves through wrecked corridors.
Difficulty
challenging
Duration
4 hours
Fitness Level
Moderate — comfortable swimming ability and good buoyancy control; able to carry personal dive gear aboard a small boat.
Wildlife
History
The Ocean Revival Park intentionally sank decommissioned naval ships to create a managed wreck site, concentrating dive tourism and providing new marine habitat.
Conservation
The site reduces pressure on natural reefs by directing divers to purpose-sunk vessels; follow no-touch rules and proper buoyancy to protect growing benthic communities.
Reserve your spot on the Double Dive the Fantastic Ocean Revival Park today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring your certification and logbook
Advanced Open Water certification is required — bring ID and your logged dives to confirm experience.
Watch the tides and currents
Currents can shift inside wrecks; brief your guide and use a reel for penetrations when allowed.
Use a dive computer and redundant timing
Depths often approach upper recreational limits — a reliable computer and backup timing method are important.
Prepare for sea conditions
Morning departures usually offer calmer seas and better visibility; take sea-sickness meds if you’re prone.
Dive computer
Tracks depth, no-deco limits and ascent rate for safe multi-dive days.
Exposure suit (5mm+ or drysuit in winter)
Thermal protection for Atlantic water temperatures, especially on deeper/longer dives.
winter
Personal mask and fins
Well-fitting optics and propulsion improve comfort and control during wreck penetration.
Reel/spool and torch
Useful for penetration awareness and illuminating interiors during wreck dives.