

Best for beginner divers, 5-25m, boat entry, mild current.
Engenho is a versatile site located at Ilha do Arvoredo, featuring a topography of rocky outcrops and sandy patches. The site includes a cave entrance at 6 metres depth, leading to narrower sections with an overhead environment. Divers can reach depths between 5 and 25 metres, with an average depth of 11 metres. Access is by boat only, situated 11 kilometres from the shore. Conditions include mild currents and visibility ranging from 5 to 20 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate between 18C and 26C throughout the year. Species recorded around this area include dusky grouper, French angelfish, snake eel, Atlantic spadefish, stargazer, spiny lobster, wrasses, bream, porkfish, goatfish, grunt, tompot blenny, bigeyes, and sea stars.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
5-25m
Visibility
5-20m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
18-26°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
May, Dec
Species recorded around this area include dusky grouper, French angelfish, snake eel, Atlantic spadefish, stargazer, spiny lobster, wrasses, bream, porkfish, goatfish, grunt, tompot blenny, bigeyes, and sea stars.
Yes, Engenho is rated as suitable for beginner divers.
The depth ranges from 5 to 25 metres, with an average depth of 11 metres.
Yes, the site is suitable for both diving and snorkelling activities.
Access to Engenho is by boat only, as it is located 11 kilometres from the shore.
The best months to visit are May and December.
Diving at Engenho in Bombinhas Florianopolis requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Engenho in Bombinhas Florianopolis. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Engenho in Bombinhas Florianopolis. Water temperatures range from 18°C to 26°C.
Engenho in Bombinhas Florianopolis typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Engenho in Bombinhas Florianopolis typically ranges from 5 metres to 20 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.