

Best for beginner divers, 15-21m, boat entry, moderate current.
Parcel das Ancoras is an offshore pinnacle and reef site located 40 kilometres from the shore at Laje de Santos. Divers typically explore the structure at depths between 15 and 21 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres. Visibility is generally good, ranging from 18 to 35 metres. The site is accessible only by boat, and operators often time dives around slack water to mitigate moderate currents. Divers should be prepared for thermoclines, which can cause sharp temperature drops below the surface. Due to potential current changes and boat traffic, divers must remain vigilant and stay close to their guide throughout the 60-minute dive.
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Boat operators typically time the dive around slack water to manage the moderate current, so ask your operator in advance what tidal window they are targeting. Bring a thin wetsuit layer underneath your main suit to handle the thermocline, as the temperature drop can be sharp below the warmer surface water.
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Depth
15-21m
Visibility
18-35m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
20-24°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
60 min
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Yes, the site is rated for beginner divers, though they should remain close to their guide due to the potential for currents to strengthen.
The site features depths ranging from 15 to 21 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres.
This is a boat-only dive site located 40 kilometres from the shore.
Water temperatures range from 20 to 24 degrees Celsius, though thermoclines are common and can cause sharp temperature drops.
Hazards include boat traffic, cold water, thermoclines, and moderate currents. Divers should monitor their depth to avoid silt outs and wear appropriate thermal protection.
Diving at Parcel das Ancoras in Santos requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Parcel das Ancoras in Santos. Water temperatures range from 20°C to 24°C.
The best months to visit Parcel das Ancoras in Santos are May, June, July, August, and September. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.