questions about diving the madiera

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It's not that straight forward but I'll spell out some general things.

7mm is ok for a short dive if you don't get cold real easy. Farmer John's are better.  You should expect 38 degrees and hope for warmer water in the 40's. Full hood and thick gloves are required. Don't even think about going in without a full covering. The surface swim is a few hundred feet and some get too cold before they arrive at the wreck. The swim in small waves can be tiring so don't be in a hurry. Large waves, don't go.

It's not a great place for new divers not use to cold water but it's got plenty of stuff to see in the 30 foot range and the main hull is 60-70 feet. Seeing just the bow in 30 feet is worth the work. It's really great.

If you haven't had to dive thick gloves and full hoods it can be a lot for new divers so consider that and take thing slow at first.