We track 25 dive operators in Cagarras & Niterói. 7 teach certification courses (9 PADI, 1 SDI/TDI). 8 run snorkelling trips. The biggest cluster is around Rio de Janeiro, with 14. Listings are ordered by Fin Rank: a published score for how complete and verified each listing is.
The 8 highest-ranked of 25. How Fin Rank works
Which centres run each site, named on their own websites or confirmed by the owner.
Fin lists 25 dive operators in Cagarras & Niterói, with the biggest cluster around Rio de Janeiro. 7 of them run certification courses.
PADI is the most common agency (9 centres), followed by SDI/TDI (1).
Published try-dive prices we hold range from $300 to $350 USD. Treat these as a guide and confirm with the centre before booking.
8 of the 25 operators we track run snorkelling tours.
Operators are sorted by Fin Rank, a 100-point profile strength score: contact details, what they offer, the dive sites they run, their Google reputation, whether the owner has claimed the listing, and whether their own website links to Fin. 0 listings here are owner-verified. The formula is published in full on the Fin Rank page.
XDivers Centro de Mergulho is a dive center located in Barra da Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro. They offer PADI courses and diving services.
Dive Soul is a PADI-certified dive center offering courses, equipment rental, and guided dives. They are located in Barra da Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro.
Smart Dive is a dive school located in Jardim Botânico, Rio de Janeiro, offering various diving courses and services.
Mergulho Carioca is a dive center in Barra da Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro, offering PADI courses and diving experiences. They provide a range of services for both beginners and experienced divers.
Dolphin Dive Brasil is a dive school located in Urca, Rio de Janeiro, offering PADI courses and diving experiences.
Dream Scuba Dive, located in Itaipuaçu, Niterói, offers diving and snorkeling experiences. They are associated with Pousada do Holandês.
Rio Natural Ecotourism provides ecotourism and adventure tours in Rio de Janeiro, with a focus on nature and outdoor activities. They offer diving and snorkeling excursions.
Kaimana Dive and Boat is a dive operator located in Camboinhas, Niterói. They offer boat trips and diving services.
InAcqua - Diving School is a dive center located in the Centro neighborhood of Rio de Janeiro. They offer diving courses and likely guided dives.
Mar do Rio is a dive operator and school located in Marina da Glória, Rio de Janeiro. They offer diving services and courses.
| 2 | Dive Soul | 4.9(105) | none | $350 | PADI | Visit |
| 3 | Smart Dive | 4.7(80) | none | $320 | PADI | Visit |
| 4 | Mergulho Carioca | 4.9(105) | none | $350 | PADI | Visit |
| 5 | Dolphin Dive Brasil | 4.8(90) | none | $300 | PADI | Visit |
| 6 | Dream Scuba Dive | 4.5(50) | none | $300 | PADI | Visit |
| 7 | Rio Natural Ecotourism | 4.7(120) | none | none | none | Visit |
| 8 | Kaimana Dive and Boat | 4.6(70) | none | none | none | Visit |