

Best for advanced divers, 30-48m, boat entry, strong current.
Vapor dos 48 is a technical wreck dive located off the coast of Brazil, with depths ranging from 30 to 48 metres. The site requires boat access and is suited for advanced divers due to the significant depth, potential for nitrogen narcosis, and the presence of overhead environments within the wreck structure. Divers must manage strong currents and potential entanglement risks while navigating the site. Visibility typically fluctuates between 10 and 30 metres. Given the depth and profile, careful decompression planning and the use of a surface marker buoy are essential for all dives. All entries and exits must be conducted via boat.
-8.13838, -34.60132
Plan descent timing with tidal charts as incoming tides bring the clearest water and most active marine life.
The site is located 12 nautical miles northeast of the coast of Recife.
Recorded at this site
Depth
30-48m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
26-29°C
Current
Strong
Typical Dive
25 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb
No, this site is intended for advanced divers due to the depth, strong currents, and overhead environment.
The wreck lies at depths between 30 and 48 metres, with an average depth of 48 metres.
Boat access is required for all entries and exits at this site.
Hazards include decompression requirements, deep water, entanglement risks within the wreck, nitrogen narcosis, overhead environments, and sea urchins.
No, this site is not suitable for snorkelling due to the extreme depth of the wreck.
Diving at Vapor dos 48 in Recife requires the following certifications: Advanced, Technical. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Vapor dos 48 in Recife. Water temperatures range from 26°C to 29°C.
The best months to visit Vapor dos 48 in Recife are January and February. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Vapor dos 48 in Recife can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.
Visibility at Vapor dos 48 in Recife typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.