Ilhéu das Lagoínhas
A dive around the small Lagoínhas islet and several surrounding reefs on the north coast, from about 5 m down to 22 m. Near the top: ornate wrasse, Azores chromis, morays and grey triggerfish; deeper: dusky groupers, barred hogfish and small groups of devil rays. The position is approximate (the official guide publishes no coordinates) and is for orientation only.
Facts
- Region: Azores – East (São Miguel, Santa Maria, Formigas)
- Area: Santa Maria
- Depth: 5–22 m
- Level: beginner
- Current: moderate
- Type: reef
- Coordinates: 37.0229, -25.0867 (approximate)
- Highlights: small devil ray groups, dusky grouper, grey triggerfish
- Tips: Moderate current; about 20 minutes from Vila do Porto marina.