Mantamaria Dive Center

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With transparent waters and diverse marine life, diving in the Azores is a unique and unforgettable experience!

Located on one of the most beautiful beaches in the Santa Maria region of the Azores, Mantamaria Dive Center is a renowned dive center in Portugal, known for offering unforgettable experiences for all levels of divers.

With a highly qualified team passionate about the sea, the center offers PADI and SSI diving courses, from beginners to more advanced levels, with the possibility of becoming a diving instructor.

In addition, Mantamaria Dive Center has a wide variety of high quality diving equipment, providing its customers with maximum safety and comfort during their underwater adventures.

With numerous dive sites along the Portuguese coast, the center offers a wide range of options to explore the natural beauties of the Atlantic!

If you are looking for a unique and exciting experience at sea, Mantamaria Dive Center is the perfect place for you.

With experienced professionals dedicated to offering the best service, you can enjoy the underwater beauty of the Atlantic Ocean in complete safety and tranquility.

Come discover the world of diving with Mantamaria Dive Center!

Experiences:

Have memorable experiences with Mantamaria Dive Center!

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Scuba Diving

Discover a whole new world of underwater adventure and mystery through scuba diving!

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Diving Baptism

The diving baptism is the first scuba diving experience, in a controlled environment and always accompanied by an instructor, where you will have the opportunity to observe marine fauna and flora.

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Diving Courses

Around Santa Maria Island, various types of diving can be carried out, resulting from the diverse geological formation characteristic of the Azores archipelago.

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Snorkeling

Snorkeling with manta rays, whale sharks and in marine protected areas in Baixa do Ambrósio - observation of Mantas: “Ambrósio” has become a sought-after place due to the large concentrations of mantas and pelagics. May be subject to weather conditions!

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Apnea outputs

Discover a new world of freedom and tranquility underwater through freediving - a unique experience that will take you to explore your limits and connect with nature in a unique way!

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Boat Trips Around the Island

On this boat trip you can see white sand beaches, caves, unique landscapes, as well as the unique treasure of the island of Santa Maria: marine fossils!

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Sea Route of Fossils

 A unique journey along the Portuguese coast that will take you to discover impressive geological and paleontological wonders, told by the rocks and fossils that keep the secrets of millions of years!

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Paddle Surf

Paddle Surf in all its forms is a very complete sport and is great for anyone who wants to train and have fun in a different way!

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Environmental Awareness and Ocean Protection Activities

Make a difference and participate in environmental awareness and ocean protection activities. A unique opportunity to learn about the importance of preserving marine ecosystems and to contribute to building a more sustainable future for all!

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Nature land tours

Explore the world's natural beauty and connect with nature through Land Tours! A unique experience that will take you to discover stunning landscapes, fascinating ecosystems and the diversity of wildlife!

Courses:

Learn to dive through a wide range of courses!

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SSI Courses

Mantamaria Dive Center Azores has been an SSI dive center since 2012.
The SSI range of programs is one of the best designed and tested diver education systems in the world. There are four distinct components to becoming a diver - proper knowledge, skills, equipment and experience!

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PADI courses

The Professional Association of Diving Instructor is a diving agency, responsible for systematizing a teaching method used for scuba diving certification worldwide!

Dive Spot

Discover the great biodiversity that Santa Maria has to offer!

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Baixa do Ambrósio

Being one of the most popular dive sites in the Azores and the world, this Marine Protected Area (MPA) has a diversity of marine life that can only be found in seamounts far from the coast!

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Formigas Nature Reserve and Dollabarat Bank

You reach the place after a journey of about 30 miles from Santa Maria, during which you can usually see some cetaceans, turtles and seabirds!

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Pedrinha

Pedrinha is less than 1 mile from the coast, opposite Praia Formosa, on the south coast of the island. It is considered a Marine Protected Area (MPA) and is a wonderful spot for night dives and snorkelling!

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Ilhéu da Vila

This small islet, called Ilhéu da Vila due to its proximity to Vila do Porto, is about 50 meters high and is 200 meters from the southwest coast of the island!

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Baixa da Maia

It is a Marine Protected Area (MPA), and fishing has been banned within a 300m radius due to its importance for diving!

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Banco João Lopes

Located on the north coast of the island of Santa Maria, Banco João Lopes is an underwater rock, with the top 14 meters from the surface and the base about 40 meters deep!

Prices:

On request

  • Districts Ilha de Santa Maria
  • Counties Vila do Porto
  • Address Marina de Vila do Porto, Vila do Porto, Santa Maria – Açores
  • Postal Code 9580-541
  • Email
  • Mobile +351 918 685 447
    (Chamada para a rede móvel nacional)
  • Website https://mantamaria.com/pt/home
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