Diving in Ilha Grande

Ilha Grande has crystalline waters and over 900 marine species, making it an ideal diving destination. You will find high visibility and warm water. This is one of the places with the most shipwrecks in the world; one of the most famous is wreck Pinguino. Other notable wrecks you can explore are California and even the rests of an old helicopter. Some of the marine species you will find are rocky bottom fish and crustaceans, as well as many sea turtles. You can also find many swim-throughs and caverns that you can explore.

Dive Sites in Ilha Grande

The descriptions provided here are intended as general information and personal experiences related to specific dive sites and locations and should not be construed as definitive advice or recommendations. Before diving, please confirm that diving is permitted at your chosen location, and comply with all relevant local laws, regulations, and posted signage. The responsibility for verifying the legality of the dive and assessing any associated risks rests entirely with you.