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4.9195 Google reviewsDeep Blue Azores
Explore the volcanic underwater topography of the Azores with SSI training and Mares kit on a dedicated 8.5m semi-rigid.
What sets this centre apart
- SSI affiliated training centre
- Mares equipment for hire
- 8.5m semi-rigid boat with diesel outboard
- Access platform for easy sea entry
- 7mm wetsuits with hoods included for snorkeling
- Specialised SSI Deep Diving training
- Dive Master certification available
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Deep Blue Azores about the centre
Located in Angra do Heroísmo, Deep Blue Azores has been operating since 2017. The centre is built around the shared passion of its founders, Nuno Oliveira and António Silva, who focus on providing technical expertise and reliable service for both local and visiting divers.
As an SSI-affiliated centre, they provide a structured environment for those looking to advance their skills or explore the diverse underwater landscapes of the archipelago. Whether you are looking for a day trip or a multi-day diving safari, the centre focuses on tailoring every excursion to the specific certification level and current weather conditions.
The club and its team
The team at Deep Blue Azores is composed of dedicated instructors who specialise in a wide variety of SSI courses. Their expertise ranges from basic Open Water training to advanced technical specialities.
Beyond standard certification, the instructors are equipped to lead advanced training such as Deep Diving, Navigation, and Night & Limited Visibility. This ensures that as your skills progress, the centre can continue to support your advancement through the SSI curriculum.
The centre at a glance
- Affiliation
- SSI
- Operating since
- 2017
- Website available in
- English
- Management
- English
- Boats
- 1 · semi-rigide de 8,5m · 14 personnes + 2 membres d'équipage
- Equipment rental
- équipement Mares, combinaisons 7mm avec cagoule incluses dans le prix du snorkeling
- On board
- plateforme pour un accès facile à la mer
- Access and transfers
- Par bateau ou par voiture
- Accommodation
- Possibilité de séjourner sur d'autres îles avec une réservation au moins 10 jours à l'avance
- Address
- Porto das Pipas, 9700-154 Angra do Heroísmo, Portugal
- Official website
- deepblueazores.com ↗
Courses on offer
Deep Blue Azores offers a comprehensive curriculum through the SSI system. You can begin your journey with the Open Water Diver course or progress through more advanced levels including Advanced Open Water Diver.
For those looking to turn diving into a profession or enhance their technical skills, the centre provides training for Dive Master, as well as specialised courses in Deep Diving, Navigation, Night & Limited Visibility, and Diving Science.
The boats
The centre operates an 8.5m semi-rigid boat powered by a diesel outboard engine. This vessel has a capacity for 14 divers and 2 crew members.
The boat is designed for efficient transit and features a dedicated platform to allow for easy access to the sea, making entries and exits smoother for your buddy pair.
Equipment and gases
The centre provides high-quality Mares equipment for divers. For those participating in snorkeling tours, the price includes a 7mm wetsuit with a hood, a mask, a snorkel, and fins.
For technical divers, the centre offers a range of training from Open Water Diver through to Dive Master, including specialized modules like Deep Diving and Diving Science.
Dive sites with Deep Blue Azores
The Lidador Shipwreck is a dedicated wreck site for those looking to explore sunken structures. It offers a different kind of exploration compared to the surrounding reef structures.
Split Rock and Coral Valley provide diverse environments for your dives. These sites allow you to experience the varied topography and marine life characteristic of the Azores.
And some of the dive sites the centre runs.
Split RockCoral ValleyLidador Shipwreck
Marine life around Azores
Diving conditions
All diving activities are planned according to the specific weather conditions and the recommendations of the instructors. This ensures that every dive is conducted under the safest possible circumstances, taking into account the local sea state and weather patterns.
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