

Best for intermediate divers, 14-18m, boat entry, mild current.
Doodles is a reef and artificial reef site located 1000 metres offshore from Ponta do Ouro. The topography consists of two ridges featuring rocks and large boulders set upon a sandy bottom. Divers typically spend 50 minutes exploring this site at depths ranging from 14 to 18 metres, with an average depth of 16 metres. Conditions are generally mild, though visibility varies between 6 and 15 metres. Access is by boat only. Species recorded around this area include the Potato Bass, Laced Moray, Indian Lionfish, and various scorpionfish. Hazards at this site include jellyfish, lionfish, sea urchins, sharp coral, and stonefish.
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The boats launch through the surf to reach the site.
The site is accessed by boat.
Recorded at this site
Depth
14-18m
Visibility
6-15m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
22-28°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Nov, Dec
Species recorded around this area include the Potato Bass, Laced Moray, Indian Lionfish, Painted Moray, Bluespotted Fantail Ray, Clown Triggerfish, and various scorpionfish species.
No, Doodles is classified as an intermediate dive site.
The site has a depth range of 14 to 18 metres, with an average depth of 16 metres.
Doodles is located 1000 metres from the shore and requires a boat for access.
Divers should be aware of jellyfish, lionfish, sea urchins, sharp coral, and stonefish.
Diving at Doodles in Ponta do Ouro requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Doodles in Ponta do Ouro. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Doodles in Ponta do Ouro. Water temperatures range from 22°C to 28°C.
The best months to visit Doodles in Ponta do Ouro are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Doodles in Ponta do Ouro typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Doodles in Ponta do Ouro typically ranges from 6 metres to 15 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.