Ilha de Buzios is a reef dive site located 7000 metres from the shore of Paraty, Brazil. This site is suitable for beginners, offering a consistent average depth of 10 metres. Access is exclusively by boat. Divers can expect mild currents and visibility ranging from 5 to 25 metres. The water temperature fluctuates between 21C and 26C throughout the year. The habitat supports a variety of reef fish and invertebrates typical of the region. Divers should be aware of the presence of jellyfish in the area. A typical dive at this location lasts approximately 60 minutes.

Costão dos Aquários is a reef drift dive located 1000 metres offshore from Paraty, Brazil. The site features depths ranging from the surface to 13 metres. Divers experience moderate currents that dictate the dive profile, requiring good buoyancy control and situational awareness. Visibility typically ranges between 10 and 25 metres, and water temperatures remain between 21 and 24 degrees Celsius. Access is strictly by boat, as shore entries are hazardous due to surf and shore breaks. The site is suited for intermediate divers comfortable with current, and a surface marker buoy is recommended for the ascent.

Ilha de Buzios features a combination of natural and artificial reef structures, offering a depth range of 6 to 30 metres with an average of 15 metres. This site is suitable for intermediate divers and requires boat access. Visibility varies between 5 and 20 metres, and water temperatures range from 19 to 23 degrees Celsius, influenced by regional upwelling. While currents are generally mild, strong currents can occur around the island points and reef edges. Divers should consult with local guides regarding current conditions before descending. Night diving is available at this location, and full support services including equipment rental and air fills are provided by local operators.

Ilha das Cabras is a protected marine area featuring a combination of natural reef and artificial structures. Divers can explore submerged cables, a truck chassis, an anchor, and a statue of Neptune. The site reaches depths of 5 to 15 metres, with an average of 8 metres. Access is by boat only, and the site is suitable for intermediate divers due to moderate currents and potential surf. Visibility ranges from 5 to 25 metres, and water temperatures fluctuate between 21C and 26C. Species recorded around this area include French Angelfish, pufferfish, wrasses, sergeants, porkfish, sea stars, zoanthids, gorettes, snails, and sea cucumbers.

Laje de Santos is a shore-entry reef site located 50 metres from the coast. The reef structure consists of rocky formations and coral, extending to depths between 8 and 20 metres with an average of 12 metres. Divers can expect mild currents and visibility ranging from 5 to 15 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate between 19 and 24 degrees Celsius throughout the year, necessitating appropriate thermal protection. This site is suited for intermediate divers, with typical dives lasting 45 minutes. Hazards include jellyfish, sharp coral, and stonefish, requiring careful placement of hands and fins during the dive.

Praia do Juliao is a shore-entry reef site located at Laje de Santos, Brazil, suitable for beginners. The reef sits in shallow water ranging from 4 to 10 metres, with an average depth of 7 metres. Divers and snorkellers can expect mild currents and visibility between 5 and 10 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate between 21 and 26 degrees Celsius throughout the year. The site features a variety of reef habitats that support diverse marine life, including various reef fish and invertebrates. On-site facilities include parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, a cafe, and equipment rental, allowing for a full day of activity.

Regiao dos naufragios at Laje de Santos consists of a collection of shipwrecks resting at depths between 10 and 18 metres, with an average depth of 14 metres. This site is suitable for intermediate divers and requires boat access. Visibility typically ranges from 5 to 10 metres, allowing for observation of the hull structures. Divers should be prepared for moderate currents and potential surge or swell during surface intervals. Due to the presence of wreck debris, there is a risk of entanglement; carrying a cutting tool is recommended. Plan your dive to work with the current and maintain awareness of your positioning during ascent.

Saco do Paiá is a marine cave dive site located in Paraty, Brazil. The site features a consistent depth of 9 metres. Access to this location is by boat only. Due to the nature of the site as an overhead environment, it is classified as suitable for intermediate divers. Divers should be aware of the presence of sharp coral within the environment. Water temperatures at this site vary throughout the year, ranging from 21C to 26C depending on the month. As an overhead environment, appropriate training and caution are required for all visitors.