Adventure Brief
Discover the thrill of wreck diving with SSI Dive Center. Learn essential skills and explore historic underwater sites in a safe, exciting environment.
1 full day (training + dives)
moderate
Family Friendly
No Experience Required
Discover the thrill of wreck diving with SSI Dive Center. Learn essential skills and explore historic underwater sites in a safe, exciting environment.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
1 full day (training + dives)
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness required, good swimming ability essential
Wildlife
History
Many wrecks here date back to early 20th-century shipbuilding, offering a glimpse into maritime history.
Conservation
The dive sites are protected, emphasizing eco-friendly diving to preserve marine ecosystems.
We Dive
Discover the thrill of wreck diving with SSI Dive Center. Learn essential skills and explore historic underwater sites in a safe, exciting environment.
We Dive is a dive operator based in Lagos, Faro, offering guided scuba dives, boat trips, and SSI and PADI training. Operating from Lagos on the Algarve coast, We Dive runs experience-focused activities including Bubble Maker, Try Scuba Diving (pool + sea), single and double guided dives, and a 2-hour boat trip with snorkeling equipment that visits the rock formations of Ponta da Piedade.
The center delivers certification courses such as SSI Open Water Diver, SSI Scuba Diver, SSI Advanced Adventurer, SSI Science of Diving, SSI Wreck Diving, SSI Dry Suit Diving, SSI Diver Stress & Rescue, SSI Deep Diving (3 and 4 dives), SSI Perfect Buoyancy, SSI Boat Diving, SSI React Right, SSI Search & Recovery, SSI Nitrox Diving, SSI Underwater Navigation, SSI Photo & Video, and PADI Advanced Open Water Diver. Several programs include professional supervision, gear rental, insurance, and digital study materials where specified.
Practical dives are offered in small groups with flexibility on dive sites according to weather and sea conditions; guided dives include depths described for specific experiences (for example, single dives commonly range from 5 to 18 meters, and wreck specialties can reach depths up to 30 meters). The center emphasizes safety through trained instructors and structured courses from recognised agencies. For non-certified visitors We Dive provides introductory sessions like Bubble Maker and Try Scuba Diving with brief pool lessons followed by sheltered-bay sea dives. Clear booking information, course prerequisites, and up-to-date safety protocols are available directly from the operator. Bookings are available online.
Location
Lagos, Faro
Operates in Lagos, Faro, Portugal
Certifications
PADI & SSI
Offers PADI and SSI courses
Tours Offered
22
Intro, guided, boat and specialty dives
Boat Trip
2 hours
Includes snorkeling equipment
Reserve spots for Try Scuba, guided 1- or 2-dive trips, boat snorkeling, or SSI/PADI courses — check course prerequisites and availability before booking.
Check weather conditions
Always verify current marine weather forecasts before diving to ensure safety and visibility.
Arrive early
Plan to arrive at least 30 minutes before your scheduled dive to prepare and get familiar with the equipment.
Practice buoyancy control
Good buoyancy helps protect wrecks and marine life while making your dive more comfortable.
Bring waterproof flashlight
A flashlight can be useful for exploring wreck interiors and low-visibility areas.
Scuba mask
A clear mask improves visibility and comfort during wreck exploration.
Dive computer
Helps monitor depth and time, ensuring safe diving limits.
Wetsuit
Provides thermal protection, especially important on deeper wrecks.
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Underwater slate
Useful for taking notes or communicating during dives.