1h • Experience the thrill of diving for the first time without getting certified.
Take your first breath underwater off the cliffs of Sagres with Try Dive — a guided, no-cert introductory scuba experience from PuraVida DiveHouse. Small groups, safety-focused instruction, and Atlantic reef dives make this a perfect half-day ocean introduction.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
4 hours
Fitness Level
Basic swimming ability and comfort in open water; moderate physical fitness makes entry and exit easier.
Wildlife
History
Sagres is closely linked to Portugal’s Age of Discovery and Prince Henry the Navigator, who used the area’s promontories to study winds and currents.
Conservation
Local operators emphasize no-touch policies and careful buoyancy to protect reef habitats; avoid anchoring on sensitive seabeds and use reef-safe sunscreen.
1h • Experience the thrill of diving for the first time without getting certified.
Check sea conditions before you go
Visibility and comfort depend on swell and tide—confirm the meeting time and site with PuraVida DiveHouse the morning of your trip.
Bring swimwear and a towel
Wear swimwear under your wetsuit and have a towel and warm layers for after the dive; a light snack helps recover energy.
Disclose medical issues
Be upfront about asthma, recent surgeries, or ear problems during the pre-dive check so guides can assess safety and adapt the dive.
Protect the reef
Do not touch or remove marine life; practice neutral buoyancy to avoid contact with rock and kelp beds.
Swimwear
Wear under your wetsuit so you can get in and out comfortably.
Towel and warm layers
Dry off and warm up quickly after the dive to prevent chill.
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protect exposed skin while minimizing impact on marine ecosystems.
summer
Sea-sickness meds (if prone)
Take medication before boarding if you’re susceptible to motion sickness.