

Best for intermediate divers, 10-30m, boat entry, moderate current.
Abrolhos & Espírito Santo Artificial Reef is a boat-access site located 12 kilometres off the coast of Guarapari, Brazil. The site features a mix of natural reef structures and artificial reef elements, offering a varied topography that ranges from 10 to 30 metres in depth. Divers can expect moderate currents and visibility typically between 10 and 20 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate between 23 and 26 degrees Celsius throughout the year. Due to the presence of sharp coral and boat traffic, intermediate buoyancy control is required. All entries must be made via boat to avoid shore hazards, and the use of a surface marker buoy is recommended for ascents.
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Hire a local guide through one of the available boat charters, as knowledge of the current patterns here significantly affects where you enter and how you work the site. Keep a surface marker buoy ready for your ascent given the boat traffic overhead.
Access is via IBAMA-permitted day-boat or live-aboard from Caravelas.
Recorded at this site
Depth
10-30m
Visibility
10-20m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
23-26°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
The site ranges from 10 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres.
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers due to the moderate currents and the need for precise buoyancy control around sharp coral.
Access is by boat only, located 12 kilometres from the shore. Boat charters and guided tours are available locally.
Divers should be aware of boat traffic, sharp coral, and moderate currents. A surface marker buoy is recommended for all ascents.
Diving at Abrolhos & Espírito Santo Artificial Reef (30m) 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 (30m) in Caravelas. Water temperatures range from 23°C to 26°C.
The best months to visit Abrolhos & Espírito Santo Artificial Reef (30m) in Caravelas are July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at Abrolhos & Espírito Santo Artificial Reef (30m) in Caravelas. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Abrolhos & Espírito Santo Artificial Reef (30m) in Caravelas typically ranges from 10 metres to 20 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.