

Best for intermediate divers, 18-40m, shore entry.
Gruta Mimoso is a freshwater cave system in Brazil offering a technical diving experience within an overhead environment. The site features depths ranging from 18 to 40 metres, with visibility typically between 10 and 30 metres. Access is via a shore entry, and the site is equipped with parking and changing rooms. Due to the confined nature of the cave, this location is suitable for intermediate divers who hold mandatory cave certification. Divers should be prepared for cold water conditions and ensure they have appropriate thermal protection. The dive experience focuses on the cave architecture and geological formations rather than marine life.
-21.13333, -56.56667
The number of steps to the cave entrance varies depending on the water level.
Located 318 km from Campo Grande and 29.5 km from Bonito. Accessible by car, bus, or shuttle from Campo Grande.
Expected in this region. No sightings logged here yet.
Depth
18-40m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore
Current
None
Typical Dive
40 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers as it requires mandatory cave certification to navigate the overhead environment.
The depth at Gruta Mimoso ranges from 18 to 40 metres.
Access to the cave is via a shore entry.
While the site is listed for both diving and snorkelling, the primary focus is the cave architecture at depths of 18 to 40 metres.
Diving at Gruta Mimoso in Bonito requires the following certifications: Open Water, Cave. Always dive within your training limits.
The best months to visit Gruta Mimoso in Bonito are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Visibility at Gruta Mimoso in Bonito typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.