

Best for intermediate divers, 5-15m, boat entry, moderate current.
The Abrolhos & Espírito Santo Artificial Reef in Guarapari, Brazil, features a combination of natural and artificial structures. Located 50 metres from shore, this site ranges from 5 to 15 metres in depth with an average of 10 metres. Divers experience visibility between 10 and 20 metres. Conditions include moderate currents that can intensify, requiring intermediate skill levels. Boat access is mandatory for this site. Water temperatures remain between 23C and 26C throughout the year. Hazards include jellyfish and potential strong currents. Divers should use caution during boat entries and exits to avoid contact with the reef structure and carry a surface marker buoy.
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Currents can intensify with little warning at this site, so confirm conditions with your boat operator before descending and keep a surface marker buoy ready for your ascent. Facilities are unconfirmed, so carry everything you need on the boat.
Travel to Caravelas by bus or car, then take a boat transfer which takes approximately 3 hours.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-15m
Visibility
10-20m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
23-26°C
Current
Moderate
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Dec
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers due to the presence of moderate currents that can intensify with little warning.
The site ranges from 5 to 15 metres in depth, with an average depth of 10 metres.
This is a boat-access site located 50 metres from the shore.
Visibility typically ranges from 10 to 20 metres, with water temperatures between 23C and 26C. Moderate currents are common, though they can strengthen unexpectedly.
Jellyfish are present at this site. Divers should wear a full wetsuit for protection and use caution during boat entries and exits to avoid contact with the reef.
Diving at Abrolhos & Espírito Santo Artificial Reef (15m) in Caravelas requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Abrolhos & Espírito Santo Artificial Reef (15m) in Caravelas. Water temperatures range from 23°C to 26°C.
The best months to visit Abrolhos & Espírito Santo Artificial Reef (15m) in Caravelas are January, February, March, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.