Diving in Brazil

Brazil has more than 7,000 km (4350 miles) of shoreline, all in the Atlantic Ocean, giving the locals and tourists a magnificent view. Great landscapes and nature await you with many friendly, multiculturally diverse people. Remember that Brazil is a subtropical country with hot summers and warm winters, so make sure you come prepared. The most important cities are located in the Southeast; however, the best diving destinations are located in the Northeast, where you will find better visibility and temperature.

Brazil is located in South America and has one of the most extensive coast on the planet, with over 7,000 km (4350 miles) of shoreline, all of it on the Atlantic Ocean. The two main regions for diving in Brazil are the Northeast and the Southeast. Visibility in the South and Southeast regions may vary, from really low to up to 30 meters (98 feet) with an average of 5 to 10 meters (16 to 33 feet) deep, regardless of the seasons. Temperature can also vary, ranging from 18ºC to 27ºC (64º F to 81º F), with an average temperature of 20ºC (68º F). Brazil has something to offer for every level of diver. You will find a lot of volcanic islands, underwater caves, shipwrecks, and a beautiful, colorful, and diverse marine life.

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Featured places to go in Brazil

Recife

Rivers, bridges, beaches, and islets make up Recife also called the “the Venice of Brazil“.

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Fernando de Noronha

Fernando de Noronha has increasing popularity among divers because of its great sea conditions, clear and warm waters, shallow lagoons and tidal pools.

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Regiao dos Lagos

One of the preferred regions for divers is the “Região dos Lagos, located in the state of Rio de Janeiro.

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Costa Verde

One of the most important regions for divers in Brazil is Ilha Grande Bay is also known as Costa Verde.

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Sao Paulo Seaside

Enjoy the many private beaches of Sao Paulo or one of the many public beaches, or spend the day doing some water sports like surfing, kayaking or scuba diving

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Rio de Janeiro city

The oceanic islands of Rio de Janeiro are the perfect location for divers to observe and photograph many different species of fish.

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Reservado Arvoredo

Dive into the waters of the Arvoredo Archipelago to find a great variety of marine life and marine animals.

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Abrolhos Archipelago

Abrolhos is filled with a wide array of coral reef fish species, as well as many passages and at least three famous shipwrecks.

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Salvador

The city of Salvador is a paradise for wreck diving and one of Brazil’s best kept secrets.

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Cabo Frio

One of the most popular destinations after Arraial do Cabo, is Cabo Frio, with plenty of dive sites to explore.

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Armacao dos Buzios

Armaca dos Buzios is world-famous for being a luxury beach resort destination that offers excellent sites for diving.

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Arraial do Cabo

The best place for diving in the south of Brazil is Arraial do Cabo where you will find turquoise waters and a prosperous marine life

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Ilha Grande

Ilha Grande is one of the places with the most shipwrecks in the world; one of the most famous is wreck Pinguino

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Paraty

In Paraty, you will also find multiple dive sites in this place, including Island of Ganchos, Comprida Island, and Catimbau Island

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Ubatuba

Dive into the calm crystalline waters of the Ubatuba Islands to find many different fish species including sea bass, big turtles and even seahorses.

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Ilha Belha

Ilhabela has one of the largest shipwreck concentrations in Brazil, including some historically significant vessels.

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Ilha de Alcatrazes

Dive into the waters of the Alcatrazes Archipelago, where you will have good chances of having open water pelagic encounters.

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Laje de Santos

Laje de Santos is a Marine Park with many places to explore, including shipwrecks, cliffs, tunnels, swim-throughs, caverns, and beautiful rock formations.

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Queimada Archipelago

Diving in Queimada archipelago, you will find high visibility especially during summer and warm temperatures.

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Rio Oceanic Islands

Head to the many islands near Rio de Janeiro, where you can dive and enjoy beautiful views of this bustling city.

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Canasvieiras

Head to the beaches of Bombinhas to dive in clam waters, excellent visibility and beautiful marine life.

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Bombinhas

Diving in this place, you will find lobsters, rays, rocky bottom fish, angelfish and also a shipwreck to discover.

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Dive Sites in Brazil

Travel Information for Brazil

Power Plug Type

 

C, N

Airports

 

GIG, CGH, GRU

Currency

 

BRL

Language

 

br

Electricity

 

127 V / 22 / 60 Hz

Timezone

 

UTC-05:00 - UTC-03:00

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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.