Vila Franca islet and south coast (Azores Sub)

Short boat dives from Vila Franca do Campo marina around the islet and the Caloura coast, with caves, arches, anchors and black-coral reefs; the Dori wreck is about 45 minutes away. The site list follows the official dive-spot pages (distances from the marina), not an operator schedule.

Facts

• Region: Azores – East (São Miguel, Santa Maria, Formigas)
• Operator: Azores Sub Dive Center
• Type: day_trips
• Area: São Miguel

Dive sites on this route

• Vila Franca Islet (protected area)
• Âncoras do Ilhéu (anchors)
• Cabeços do Ilhéu
• Arcos da Caloura
• Baixa das Castanhetas (Damselfish Reef)
• Panela
• Baixa do Frade