

Best for beginner divers, 5-16m, boat entry, mild current.
Ilha de Itacolomis is a boat-access reef site located in Southern Brazil. The site features a manageable depth range of 5 to 16 metres, averaging 10 metres, making it suitable for beginner divers. Divers should note that the reef wall descends rapidly to 40 metres, requiring careful monitoring of depth and training limits. Conditions include mild currents, though visibility can vary significantly. The reef structure contains sharp coral and rocks, necessitating caution with buoyancy and hand placement to avoid cuts. Water temperatures fluctuate between 19 and 28 degrees Celsius throughout the year, so appropriate thermal protection is recommended. All equipment and supplies must be arranged via a boat operator prior to departure.
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Watch where you place your hands and knees, as the reef has sharp coral and rocks that can cause cuts even at shallow depths. Facilities are not confirmed at this site, so arrange everything, including water, weights, and tanks, through your boat operator before departure.
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Depth
5-16m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
19-28°C
Current
Mild
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to the manageable depth range and mild currents.
The reef is typically dived between 5 and 16 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres.
This is a boat-access site; a boat is required to reach the reef.
The main hazards include sharp coral and rocks that can cause cuts, and a rapid drop-off that descends to 40 metres.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Ilha de Itacolomis in Matinhos. Water temperatures range from 19°C to 28°C.
Ilha de Itacolomis in Matinhos typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.