Dive-site story
Sunk in 1878 after striking the shoals of Angra do Heroísmo Bay, the Lidador was a Portuguese iron-hulled steamship serving the transatlantic route between Portugal and Brazil. Today, its flattened hull plates, boilers, and driveshaft form part of the Angra Bay Underwater Archaeological Park, sitting on a sandy seabed sheltered from strong Atlantic swells. The wreck is easily accessible from shore and makes a classic shallow dive rich in both maritime history and coastal biodiversity.
Well-preserved iron hull frames and massive steam engine boilers resting on white sand
Part of the protected Angra do Heroísmo Underwater Archaeological Park
Sheltered conditions ideal for macro photography and relaxed navigation
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Summer and early autumn offer warmer sea temperatures, calmer surface conditions, and the highest marine activity.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common OctopusOctopus vulgaris | Common | ||||||||||||
| Flying GurnardDactylopterus volitans | Seasonal | ||||||||||||
| Grey TriggerfishBalistes capriscus | Common | ||||||||||||
| White SeabreamDiplodus sargus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Azores ChromisChromis limbata | Common |
Marine forecast
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