

Best for beginner divers, Up to 13m, boat entry, mild current.
Ilha Pai is a shallow reef and drift dive site located off the coast of Arraial do Cabo and Buzios. Suitable for beginner divers, the site features depths reaching 13 metres. Divers typically experience mild currents that facilitate a relaxed drift along the reef structure, though conditions can vary and currents may occasionally strengthen. Visibility at the site ranges from 3 to 10 metres. Water temperatures remain between 21 and 24 degrees Celsius throughout the year. Access to this site is exclusively by boat, with typical dive durations lasting around 45 minutes.
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May and October are the best months to visit, when conditions tend to be most favourable. Confirm current strength with your boat operator before entering, as currents can pick up beyond the usual mild conditions.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
Up to 13m
Visibility
3-10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
21-24°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
May, Oct
The reef structure is populated by various reef fish and invertebrates.
Yes, Ilha Pai is considered suitable for beginner divers.
The site ranges from the surface down to a maximum depth of 13 metres.
Yes, a boat is required to reach Ilha Pai.
May and October are the best months to visit, as conditions tend to be most favourable.
Diving at Ilha Pai in Rio de Janeiro requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Ilha Pai in Rio de Janeiro. Water temperatures range from 21°C to 24°C.
Ilha Pai in Rio de Janeiro typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Ilha Pai in Rio de Janeiro typically ranges from 3 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.