

Best for intermediate divers, 12-28m, boat entry, moderate current.
Grutazul is a varied dive site located 3000 metres off the coast of Arraial do Cabo, Brazil. The site features a combination of a cave system, wall, and reef, with depths ranging from 12 to 28 metres. Visibility typically spans 15 to 25 metres. Access is by boat only, and the site is suited for intermediate divers due to the overhead environment and moderate currents. Water temperatures generally range between 20 and 23 degrees Celsius, though temperatures inside the cave can drop to approximately 16 degrees Celsius. Divers should carry primary and backup torches for the cave sections and maintain strict buoyancy control.
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Because the site involves an overhead environment, carry a primary and backup torch even on daytime dives, and confirm your buddy's cave experience before entering. The dive shop at the site can advise on current direction on the day, which affects the best sequence for working the wall and cave.
Boat access required.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
12-28m
Visibility
15-25m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
20-23°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
45 min
The site depths range from 12 to 28 metres.
No, the site is intended for intermediate divers due to the overhead cave environment and moderate currents.
Boat access is required to reach this site, which is located 3000 metres from the shore.
The site is designed for diving, particularly given the cave and wall topography at depths starting from 12 metres.
The main hazard is the overhead environment within the cave system, which requires careful buoyancy control and air management.
Diving at Grutazul in Cabo requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Grutazul in Cabo. Water temperatures range from 20°C to 23°C.
Expect moderate currents at Grutazul in Cabo. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Grutazul in Cabo typically ranges from 15 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.