Funchal: Advanced Scuba Diving Afonso Cerqueira Wreck

Madeira’s coastline offers a unique underwater adventure for experienced divers. The Afonso Cerqueira wreck, located just off the picturesque town of Funchal, invites certified scuba enthusiasts to explore the fascinating remains of an 85-meter ship. Priced at $60.07 per person, this 2-hour dive promises to immerse adventurers in the wreck’s engine room and cafeteria, with a maximum depth of 30 meters. While the scenic boat ride is included, divers will need to plan their own meals.

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Key Points

Explore the Afonso Cerqueira wreck off the coast of Madeira, suitable for certified divers with a minimum of 6 logged dives in the past year.
Dive package includes a 2-hour dive experience at a cost of $60.07 per person, covering boat ride, air tank, weight system, insurance, and rental equipment.
The wreck is 85 meters long with a maximum depth of 30 meters, offering access to the engine room, cafeteria, and captain’s deck.
An Open Water certification or equivalent is required, and a free cancellation policy is available up to 24 hours in advance.
The dive experience includes a boat ride from the Azul Diving Center Madeira to the dive site and back, with hotel pickup available.

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Activity Overview

The Azul Diving Center offers an advanced scuba diving experience at the Afonso Cerqueira wreck, located off the coast of Madeira.

The 2-hour dive costs $60.07 per person and is suitable for certified divers with a minimum of 6 logged dives in the past year.

The 2-hour dive at the Afonso Cerqueira wreck costs $60.07 per person and requires a minimum of 6 logged dives in the past year.

Participants will explore the 85-meter-long wreck, including the engine room, cafeteria, and captain’s deck.

The experience includes a boat ride, air tank, weight system, insurance, and rental equipment.

Divers can take advantage of the free cancellation policy up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

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Dive Details

The Afonso Cerqueira wreck, an 85-meter-long vessel, sits off the coast of Madeira at a maximum depth of 30 meters.

This site is suitable only for certified divers with a minimum of 6 logged dives within the last 12 months and an Open Water certification or equivalent. Divers without certification aren’t permitted.

The boat ride takes guests from the Azul Diving Center Madeira to the dive site. Once there, divers can explore the wreck’s engine room, cafeteria, and captain’s deck.

The dive package includes an air tank, weight system, insurance, and rental equipment.

Itinerary

From the Azul Diving Center Madeira at Cabo Girao Cliff, guests board a boat that takes them to the Afonso Cerqueira wreck site off the coast of Madeira.

Once there, divers descend to explore the 85-meter-long shipwreck, discovering its engine room, cafeteria, and captain’s deck. The maximum dive depth is 30 meters.

After the dive, the boat returns guests to the Azul Diving Center Madeira, completing the 2-hour advanced scuba diving experience.

Inclusions

The advanced scuba diving experience at the Afonso Cerqueira wreck includes several key inclusions.

The package covers the boat ride to the dive site, an air tank, and a weight system. Divers also receive insurance coverage and access to rental diving equipment.

The package includes the boat ride, air tank, weight system, insurance coverage, and access to rental diving equipment.

Plus, the national park fees are included, and hotel pickup is provided.

What’s not included are food and drinks, which divers must arrange separately.

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Exclusions

While the advanced scuba diving experience at the Afonso Cerqueira wreck includes a comprehensive set of inclusions, there are a few exclusions to be aware of.

The package doesn’t cover food and drink during the activity. Divers will need to bring their own meals and snacks to refuel after the dive.

Plus, the rental of diving equipment, though available, isn’t included in the package price. Divers can opt to bring their own gear or rent from the Azul Diving Center at an additional cost.

These exclusions allow for a more customized experience for participants.

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Customer Feedback

Overwhelmingly positive reviews from past participants attest to the quality of the advanced scuba diving experience at the Afonso Cerqueira wreck.

With an impressive 4.9/5 rating based on 14 reviews, divers consistently praise the friendly guides and staff.

Divers consistently praise the friendly guides and staff at the Afonso Cerqueira wreck with an impressive 4.9/5 rating based on 14 reviews.

Alessandre Dos remarked, "Really enjoyed the wreck – 100% an activity I’d recommend."

Casella Torres echoed this sentiment, noting, "Great dive, very friendly dive guide!"

The reviews highlight the activity’s suitability for divers of varying experience levels, making it an appealing option for advanced open water divers seeking an exceptional underwater adventure.

Location and Access

The Afonso Cerqueira wreck lies off the coast of Madeira, approximately 85 meters long and situated at a maximum depth of 30 meters.

The wreck is accessible only to certified divers with a minimum of 6 logged dives within the last 12 months. Divers must have at least an Open Water certification or equivalent.

The dive is organized by the Azul Diving Center, which provides transportation from their location at the Cabo Girao Cliff to the dive site. The boat ride takes divers to the wreck, where they can explore the engine room, cafeteria, and captain’s deck.

Safety and Requirements

Divers must meet specific requirements to participate in the advanced scuba diving experience at the Afonso Cerqueira wreck. This dive is only open to certified divers with a minimum of 6 logged dives within the last 12 months.

The minimum certification level is Open Water or equivalent. Dives have a maximum depth of 30 meters, which exceeds the limits for recreational divers. The wreck’s depth and complexity make this activity unsuitable for uncertified divers.

Participants must bring their certification cards and logbooks to confirm their qualifications. Safety is the top priority, ensuring an enjoyable and safe diving adventure.

The Sum Up

Scuba divers can explore the fascinating Afonso Cerqueira wreck off Madeira’s picturesque coast. This 2-hour advanced dive, costing $60.07 per person, allows certified divers with at least six logged dives in the past year to discover the engine room and cafeteria at a maximum depth of 30 meters. The dive includes a scenic boat ride, but food is not provided.