

Best for beginner divers, 2-15m, boat entry, mild current.
Ilha do Farol is a reef site located 1500 metres off the coast of Arraial do Cabo, Brazil. Situated within a protected military reserve, the site features shallow depths ranging from 2 to 15 metres, with an average of 8 metres. Access is by boat only. Divers and snorkellers can expect mild currents and visibility between 10 and 25 metres. Water temperatures typically range from 21 to 24C, though upwelling can cause colder conditions. Species recorded around this area include French Angelfish, Flying Gurnard, Queen Angelfish, Dusky Grouper, various moray eels, wrasses, pufferfish, and reef squid. Hazards include jellyfish and sharp coral.
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Visit on a weekday to avoid the higher demand and potential lack of available tickets found on weekends and holidays.
Access is exclusively by boat from the pier at Praia dos Anjos in Arraial do Cabo. Only vessels authorized by the Brazilian Navy may dock at the island.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 15m
Visibility
10-25m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
21-24°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Species recorded around this area include French Angelfish, Flying Gurnard, Queen Angelfish, Dusky Grouper, Spotted Moray, Purplemouth Moray, Green Moray, Spotfin Burrfish, wrasses, pufferfish, Reef Squid, drum, croaker, Honeycomb Cowfish, and Caribbean Ocean Surgeonfish.
Yes, Ilha do Farol is suitable for beginner divers.
The depth ranges from 2 to 15 metres, with an average depth of 8 metres.
Access to the site is by boat only, as it is located 1500 metres from the shore.
Yes, the site is highly rated for snorkelling with a rating of 5/5.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Ilha do Farol in Cabo. Water temperatures range from 21°C to 24°C.
Divers at Ilha do Farol in Cabo should be aware of jellyfish. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Ilha do Farol in Cabo typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Ilha do Farol in Cabo typically ranges from 10 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.