

Best for advanced divers, 55-62m, boat entry, moderate current.
The Corveta V-17 Ipiranga is a technical wreck dive located 6,000 metres off the coast of Fernando de Noronha. Resting at depths between 55 and 62 metres, this site is strictly for advanced divers with deep, wreck, and trimix certifications. The wreck presents an overhead environment with potential entanglement hazards and moderate currents. Visibility ranges from 10 to 30 metres, requiring careful navigation. Access is by boat only, and due to the significant depth, bottom times are typically limited to 20 minutes. Divers must coordinate closely with guides regarding penetration routes and ensure trimix gas blends are verified for the maximum depth before departure.
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At these depths your bottom time is short, so brief thoroughly with your guide on the specific penetration points and planned route before descending. Confirm your trimix mix is correctly blended for the maximum operating depth of 62 metres before leaving the dock.
The wreck sits roughly 1 km offshore from Ponta da Sapata at the southwest tip of the main island, accessible by boat.
Recorded at this site
Depth
55-62m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-28°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
20 min
Best Time
Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
No, this site is for advanced divers only. It requires specific deep, wreck, and trimix certifications due to the depth and overhead environment.
The wreck lies at depths between 55 and 62 metres, with an average depth of 59 metres.
This is a boat-only dive located 6,000 metres from the shore.
No, snorkeling is not possible at this site due to the extreme depth of the wreck.
Water temperatures are consistent throughout the year, ranging between 27C and 28C.
Diving at Corveta V-17 Ipiranga in Fernando de Noronha requires the following certifications: Advanced, Deep, Wreck, Trimix. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Corveta V-17 Ipiranga in Fernando de Noronha. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 28°C.
The best months to visit Corveta V-17 Ipiranga in Fernando de Noronha are August, September, October, and November. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.