Fundao Rio Parana

Paraná River crevice with strong currents and rich fish life.

Boat Access
7m Avg Depth
15m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site, Fundao Rio Parana, is a significant crevice within the vast Paraná River, which is approximately 1.5 km wide at this location. The crevice itself is an impressive 200m wide, 1.5km long, and reaches depths of 17m, though the maximum recreational dive depth is 15m. It offers multi-level diving through its unique underwater topography of deep stones and sand, making for varied navigation. A local guide is mandatory due to the challenging conditions and currents.

The site is a vibrant refuge, boasting a great concentration of life and acting as a breeding ground for several matrices. Divers can expect to encounter many diverse South American fish species thriving among the deep stones and sandy stretches. This rich biodiversity makes it a compelling site for observing freshwater aquatic ecosystems.

While specific seasonal highlights are not provided, diving here requires significant experience and skill in managing moderate to strong currents. Divers should be prepared for a drift dive scenario. Freedivers are not recommended due to the challenging current conditions and the specific skill set required for safe exploration.

Diving

Site Ratings

Big Marine Life Very Good
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Very Good
Water Visibility Good Viz

Plan Your Visit

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Things to Note

Difficulty:

Advanced

Requires experience and skill in moderate to strong currents; local guide is mandatory for safety.

Hazards:
strong currentsboat traffic
Current Strength:

Strong

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