

Best for intermediate divers, 5-20m, boat entry, mild current.
Ilha do Algodão, located near Ilha dos Meros, is a reef site offering an adventurous open-water experience. Divers and snorkellers can explore depths ranging from 5 to 20 metres, with an average depth of 8 metres. Access is exclusively by boat, as the site is situated 15 kilometres from the shore. Conditions are variable, with visibility between 5 and 20 metres and mild currents. The water temperature remains consistent, typically between 21 and 24 degrees Celsius. The site supports a variety of reef fish and invertebrates typical of the region. A standard dive duration is approximately 60 minutes, and the site is well-suited for intermediate divers.
-23.29500, -44.64500
The name Ilha do Algodão comes from the soft mist that covers the island in the early morning hours.
Access is exclusively by boat, with departures from the Cais Turístico de Paraty or Paraty Mirim. The journey takes approximately 50 minutes.
No known hazards
Expected in this region. No sightings logged here yet.
Depth
5-20m
Visibility
5-20m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
21-24°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
60 min
The site supports a diverse range of reef fish and invertebrates typical of the region and its reef habitat.
The site is rated for intermediate divers due to its open-water nature and distance from the shore.
The depth ranges from 5 to 20 metres, with an average depth of 8 metres.
Yes, boat access is required as the site is located 15 kilometres from the shore.
Yes, the site is suitable for snorkelling and holds a rating of 4 out of 5.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Ilha do Algodão in Paraty. Water temperatures range from 21°C to 24°C.
Ilha do Algodão in Paraty typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Ilha do Algodão in Paraty typically ranges from 5 metres to 20 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.