

Best for beginner divers, 8-10m, shore & boat entry, mild current.
Porto de Galinhas features a combination of natural and artificial reef structures located 200 metres from the shore. This site is suitable for beginners, offering depths between 8 and 10 metres with an average of 7 metres. Conditions are generally manageable with mild currents and visibility ranging from 10 to 25 metres. Water temperatures remain warm throughout the year, between 26 and 29 degrees Celsius. Both shore and boat entries are available. Divers should exercise caution regarding sea urchins and sharp coral present across the reef. Guided tours are available and recommended for those seeking the safest entry points and navigation of the reef sections.
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Watch where you place your hands and feet throughout the dive, as sea urchins and sharp coral or rock edges are present across the reef. A guided tour is worth booking if this is one of your first dives, since local guides know the safest entry points and the most interesting reef sections.
A boat ride is required to reach the natural pools off the main beach.
Recorded at this site
Depth
8-10m
Visibility
10-25m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore & Boat
Water Temp
26-29°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
30 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to the shallow depths and mild currents.
The site has a depth range of 8 to 10 metres, with an average depth of 7 metres.
Yes, Porto de Galinhas is suitable for both diving and snorkelling activities.
Yes, both shore and boat entries are possible at this location.
Divers and snorkellers should watch where they place their hands and feet to avoid sea urchins and sharp coral or rock edges.
Diving at Porto de Galinhas in Porto de Galinhas requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Porto de Galinhas in Porto de Galinhas. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Porto de Galinhas in Porto de Galinhas. Water temperatures range from 26°C to 29°C.
The best months to visit Porto de Galinhas in Porto de Galinhas are January, February, March, September, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Porto de Galinhas in Porto de Galinhas typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Porto de Galinhas in Porto de Galinhas typically ranges from 10 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.