Best for advanced divers, 17-30m, boat entry, mild current.
Queimada Grande is an advanced dive site located 32 kilometres off the coast of São Paulo, Brazil. The site features a combination of reef and wreck structures at depths ranging from 17 to 30 metres. Visibility varies significantly, ranging from 10 to 40 metres depending on conditions. Access is strictly by boat, which is required to navigate the distance from shore and avoid surf hazards. Divers should be prepared for mild currents that can shift, alongside risks including boat traffic, entanglement, and potential decompression obligations. Due to the depth and environmental factors, this site requires solid buoyancy control and advanced certification.
-24.48100, -46.67202
Confirm current conditions with your operator before entering, as surface conditions near the island can change quickly and affect your drift profile. Check locally for facilities, as nothing should be assumed available at the site itself.
Located 35km from the coast of Itanhaém. Boat departures from Marina Aquarium in São Vicente.
Expected in this region. No sightings logged here yet.
Depth
17-30m
Visibility
10-40m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
19-25°C
Current
Mild
No, this site is intended for advanced divers due to the depth range of 17 to 30 metres, potential for decompression obligations, and variable current conditions.
Access is by boat only. Boat transport is required to reach the site 32 kilometres from shore and to safely manage entry away from shore break hazards.
The site features depths between 17 and 30 metres.
Divers should be aware of boat traffic, entanglement risks, nitrogen narcosis, decompression requirements, and moderate currents.
Snorkelling is not recommended as the site is primarily a deep-water dive location with depths starting at 17 metres.
Diving at Queimada Grande in São Paulo requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Queimada Grande in São Paulo. Water temperatures range from 19°C to 25°C.
Queimada Grande in São Paulo typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Queimada Grande in São Paulo typically ranges from 10 metres to 40 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.
