

Best for intermediate divers, 15-24m, boat entry, mild current.
Ponta do Meio is a boat-access reef located off Ilha do Arvoredo, Brazil. The site features depths ranging from 15 to 24 metres, making it suitable for intermediate divers with appropriate deep diving experience. Visibility typically fluctuates between 5 and 15 metres, and conditions include mild currents. Divers should be aware of sharp coral, rocks, and sea urchins on the reef. Due to surface boat traffic, the use of a delayed surface marker buoy is essential. Night diving is available at this location. Species recorded around this area include French Angelfish, Dusky Grouper, Snake Eel, Atlantic Spadefish, Stargazer, Spiny Lobster, Wrasses, Bream, Porkfish, Grunt, Tompot Blenny, Bigeyes, Goatfish, and Sergeants.
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Visibility at Ponta do Meio is variable, so check local dive shop reports before heading out rather than relying on seasonal averages alone. Bring reef gloves and watch your fins around the bottom to avoid contact with sea urchins and sharp rock.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
15-24m
Visibility
5-15m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
18-26°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Jan, Mar, Jun, Jul, Aug, Nov, Dec
Species recorded around this area include French Angelfish, Dusky Grouper, Snake Eel, Atlantic Spadefish, Stargazer, Spiny Lobster, Wrasses, Bream, Porkfish, Grunt, Tompot Blenny, Bigeyes, Goatfish, and Sergeants.
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers due to its depth range of 15 to 24 metres and the requirement for a deep diving endorsement.
The reef depth ranges from 15 to 24 metres.
Access to Ponta do Meio is by boat only.
This site is primarily a deep-water reef dive and is not recommended for snorkelling.
Diving at Ponta do Meio in Governador Celso Ramos requires the following certifications: Open Water, Deep. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Ponta do Meio in Governador Celso Ramos. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Ponta do Meio in Governador Celso Ramos. Water temperatures range from 18°C to 26°C.
The best months to visit Ponta do Meio in Governador Celso Ramos are January, March, June, July, August, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Ponta do Meio in Governador Celso Ramos typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Ponta do Meio in Governador Celso Ramos typically ranges from 5 metres to 15 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.