© iStock/Onfokus Diving in Portugal Portugal is located within the European Union and the oldest country with defined borders worldwide. This long history, coupled with a superb account of navigation and discovery, provide Portugal a vibrant mix of cultures, tastes, and beautiful monuments. Lisbon is Portugal’s bustling capital city and where major airlines fly through daily. Portugal can be roughly divided into three areas: the mainland, the Azores, and the Madeira archipelagos. An up-and-coming travel destination, Portugal recently won World’s Leading Destination three times, plus several other categories of the World Travel Awards. And it is no surprise when you see how much this small European country has to offer, from the mainland to the beautiful Azores and Madeira archipelagos. Diving in Portugal not only offers vacationers a unique mix of underwater conditions and landscapes but will keep you busy above the water as well. The water may be beautiful, but the food, wine, views, and culture, all paired with some of the best beaches in the world, make Portugal a dive destination not to be missed. Featured Training Centers Instructor Training CenterHidrospot - Escola de Mergulho, Unipessoal, LdaInstructor Training CenterAZZURRO - Dive Academy | LisbonInstructor Training CenterJUSTDIVE - BLUE AcademyInstructor Training CenterDive Club Cipreia - Outprostore LISBOA/SESIMBRAANTHIA DIVING CENTERFocusnaturaScubaFishAçordiving - Dive CenterCavaleiros do MarPalmela Desporto This data is provided from the logbook information in the MySSI app Featured places to go in Portugal © iStock/DaLiuAlgarveWith nearly 200km of coastline, there are numerous opportunities to go scuba diving in the Algarve.Learn more © iStock/Juergen SackMadeiraDiving in Portugal’s Madeira archipelago is spectacular with crystal clear water set against a dramatic, volcanic backdrop and a wealth of marine life.Learn more © iStock/boule13AzoresThe best diving in the Azores is from late spring through the summer months of April to October when the ocean is warmer, and marine life is at its peak.Learn more © Shutterstock/TTstudioNorthern PortugalNorthern Portugal is surprisingly rich in shipwrecks, unique underwater rock formations, canyons, and swim-throughs.Learn more © AdobeStock-Nikolai SorokinCenter PortugalThe central region of Portugal is a mountainous landscape covered in pine and chestnut tree forests and offers also some beautiful dive sites.Learn more © iStock/SeanPavonePhotoLisbon AreaDiving in Lisbon is available year-round offering deep rocky reefs, walls, and underwater caves to exciting shipwrecks.Learn more © MaresBerlengasBerlengas Nature Reserve marine life includes large schools of sea bream, grouper, conger eels, and possible dolphin sightings below and above the water.Learn more © MaresSesimbraExcellent diving is found here at Arrábida Marine Park, where you can dive nearly year-roundand will discover wrecks and beautiful Atlantic reefs diving.Learn more © ScubaproLagosLagos has spectacular sites to see both above and below the water.Learn more © ScubaproAlbufeiraCentrally located in the Algarve region of Portugal, the sun-drenched town of Albufeira is the perfect launching point for your Portugal diving adventure.Learn more © ScubaproSetubalScuba diving in Setúbal offers divers of all levels exciting reefs to explore while visiting this historical region of Portugal.Learn more Dive Sites in Portugal Travel Information for Portugal Power Plug Type C, FAirports FAO, LIS, PDL, OPOCurrency EURLanguage ptElectricity 230 V / 50 HzTimezone UTC+01:00Network Provider MEO/TMN, NOS/Optimus, Vodafone Discover the wonders of the deep with SSI's blog Join us on an exciting journey of discovery and learn more about exhilarating diving adventures, dedicated conservation initiatives, and innovative educational opportunities that will help you illuminate the extraordinary beauty of the underwater world. Let's explore the underwater world together and delve into the hidden wonders beneath the gentle waves.