Those who go to Arraial do Cabo hardly fail to come back again and again. The place is called the Brazilian Caribbean such natural beauty and the seas that offer several options of beaches for fun can also be an excellent diving spot.
Therefore, we have prepared a complete manual of places to dive in Arraial do Cabo with all the information and features about the beaches and dive sites. Check out!
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Dive into the Brazilian Diving Capital - Cable camp
Even though Arraial do Cabo is one of the best-known cities on the coast of Rio de Janeiro, not everyone knows that the municipality is also called the Capital of Diving, as it has numerous conditions that make it favorable for the practice of the sport.
The style of the sea is Caribbean, crystalline waters that vary between water green and turquoise blue with guaranteed transparency that make people who had never dived in their life be able to experience wonderful walks under the sea.
Altogether, Arraial do Cabo has approximately two hundred diving points, a very expressive number that could not be detailed in a single text.
That's why we've selected the main and most recommended diving spots in Arraial do Cabo so that you can trace your own route and dive into really impressive scenarios!
Learn more about the full experience at Arraial do Cabo diving.
Cabo Frio Island (Arraial do Cabo))
Cabo Frio Island is one of the most beautiful places for diving and is usually visited by tourists who go to the Island to see the famous lighthouses that are just a few meters away by walking along incredible trails that can be done in the place.
It was only in 2016 that these trails were opened for public access, which made diving in the region even more popular and frequent.
The point has incredible rock formations that can be observed by divers who go to the place.
Grouper bag
Saco do Cherne is an excellent place for diving and, to be accessed, it is necessary to take a boat on Ilha do Forno for approximately fifteen minutes of navigation.
But the way there is also worthy of admiration, as the stunning landscape and crystal clear water that surround the place deserves to be closely monitored.
The Cherne bag is a horseshoe formation that offers extensive area for divers. Underwater photography is one of the main attractions of the place, in addition to the possibility of diving for beginners and for those who want to take diving courses.
On some days with inclement weather or light rain, it is possible to dive into the Saco do Cherne, which is sheltered from the winds. It is only advised to be very careful on days of heavy rain with thunder and lightning, which present a risk for divers.
Anequim bag
Saco do Anequim is another small cove located in Arraial do Cabo that is very suitable for diving. Those who decide to dive inside the Saco do Anequim can see the gorgonians and try shallow dives.
The inside of the Saco can reach a depth of 20 meters and you can see large passing fish, shoals and animals that live in the deepest sea.
It is also a famous spot for watching sea turtles and lobsters that live on its slopes. For diving outside, some diving experience is recommended due to the greater depth and sea conditions.
Cove das Paredes
This is an ideal cove for diving because the place is considered a true paradise for divers, with its waters protected by areas of water surrounded by sand.
Despite being a great place for maritime exploration, it is not recommended for those who are doing baptism diving or for beginner divers, as the currents are very strong and can present risks for those who do not yet have much practice.
With a depth of up to 40 meters, the Enseada das Paredes has beautiful crevices ideal for diving and observation of marine life in all its exuberance, also counting on passing fish.
Pig Island
Ilha dos Porcos is located right in front of Praia dos Anjos beach and is a well-known spot for diving baptism. Many boats with beginner divers leave the coast accompanied by instructors to “baptize” those who have never ventured to the bottom of the sea.
This is a place for diving that is sheltered from the common wind in Arraial do Cabo, as the vegetation and mountain of the island protect the sea from the winds that make the sea turbulent.
People who want to take underwater photos can also count on Ilha dos Porcos to register one of the most beautiful places that Arraial can offer. Boat trips are still very common in the region and can be an excellent idea for a sunny day.
Cardeiro's bag
The maximum depth of Saco do Cardeiro is 11 meters, being a relatively shallow place for diving, compared to other points in Arraial do Cabo.
The diversity of the seabed is immense, with sea turtles, schools of fish such as pufferfish and coyotes. The average temperature does not exceed 24 degrees and is usually not lower than twenty degrees, even in winter, and is also ideal for diving.
As it is a place with very crystalline waters, in Saco do Cardeiro it is possible to see seahorses and even dolphins, sometimes with very little diving time.
On boat trips it is already possible to observe the rich marine fauna present in the small cove.
Oratory
The Oratório is an ideal place in Arraial do Cabo for those who love diving between burrows at the bottom of the sea, with a shelter for incredible and colorful animals that can be easily found in these formations.
The shelter against the wind coming from the Northeast makes diving possible there, but it is necessary to be aware of days with very strong currents and winds above 15 kilometers, which makes diving trips inadvisable.
Diving in the Oratory can be more than 35 meters deep and, for these places, a minimum diving experience is advised to maintain the safety of those who practice the sport.
Ponta da Jararaca
Ponta da Jararaca is a very famous place for divers from all over the country and has a different attraction. In addition to all the beauty that we already know present in Arraial do Cabo, Ponta da Jararaca has remnants of a shipwreck.
Whoever wants to observe the remains of the navigation called Teixeirinha, can dive and visualize the debris that spreads throughout the Ponta and has become the shelter of moray eels, mangagas and lobsters.
The Teixeirinha is a steam ship that sank more than 100 years ago, in 1906, becoming one of the main attractions for those who dive in Ponta da Jararaca.
Why Arraial do Cabo is the diving capital of Brazil
Arraial do Cabo is not considered the diving capital in Brazil just because it has many diving spots that bring together practitioners of this sport! The high point that makes Arraial so popular for diving is that the sea in the region has several conditions that are considered excellent for diving.
- resurgence
Upwelling is a very rare phenomenon that is still being fully studied, but basically it is the upwelling of deep waters. The waters of the sea floor rise to the surface, it is not known exactly why.
In addition to making the surface water colder, this phenomenon causes a powerful formation of marine life that makes diving even more special in Arraial do Cabo!
- Diving close to the coast
In Arraial do Cabo, as there are many diving spots, it is not necessary to travel by boat for hours on end to reach the starting point. In a few minutes leaving the coast, it is possible to reach the indicated places for diving, which makes the tour even more profitable and practical!
- little current
Waters with very strong currents are not suitable for diving, putting practitioners of the sport at risk.
Arraial do Cabo has very little current because it almost forms a bay with an island, called Ilha do Farol and this geographic factor also contributes to making the place one of the most beautiful and favorable for diving.
- weather conditions
The climate in Arraial do Cabo is very favorable for diving, even though the water is quite cold, which can bother those who are not so used to it. Staying between 24 to 30 degrees in summer, it can drop to as low as 10 degrees in winter, both due to the time of year and upwelling.
These conditions also make the marine life of Arraial do Cabo one of the most diverse among the existing diving spots in Brazil. Anyone who wants to dive in places with many varieties of fish, reefs and marine animals will love diving in the diving capital of Brazil!
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