

Best for advanced divers, 13-40m, boat entry, strong current.
Macaxeira is a challenging marine dive site located off the coast of Fernando de Noronha, Brazil. This site features a combination of reef, drift, and wall topography, reaching depths between 13 and 40 metres. Due to the strong currents and significant depth, this location is strictly for advanced divers. Access is exclusively by boat, as the site is situated 260 kilometres from the shore. Divers can expect visibility ranging from 25 to 50 metres, with water temperatures remaining consistent between 27 and 29 degrees Celsius throughout the year. The primary hazards at this site include the depth and the strong currents present.
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Schedule morning dives for peak bottlenose dolphin activity as afternoon encounters become significantly less likely after 2 PM.
Access is by boat. Divers should use a surface marker buoy during ascent due to increased boat traffic.
Recorded at this site
Depth
13-40m
Visibility
25-50m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-29°C
Current
Strong
Best Time
Jan
No, this site is intended for advanced divers due to the strong currents and deep water conditions.
The site features a depth range of 13 to 40 metres.
Boat access is required to reach this site, which is located 260 kilometres from the shore.
This site is designated for diving and is not suitable for snorkelling due to the depth and strong currents.
Water temperatures range from 27 to 29 degrees Celsius throughout the year.
Diving at Macaxeira in Fernando de Noronha requires the following certifications: Advanced, Deep. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Macaxeira in Fernando de Noronha. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 29°C.
The best months to visit Macaxeira in Fernando de Noronha are January. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.