This dive site, Pontinha deep, is a captivating wall dive offering two distinct sections. The initial portion descends from 14 meters to a maximum depth of 30 meters, providing ample opportunity for exploration. A shallower area extends down to approximately 20 meters. This wall boasts numerous nooks and crannies, serving as habitats for a diverse array of marine life including lobsters, moray eels, and stingrays. The slope at the bottom transitions into deep blue waters, potentially offering sightings of large oceanic stingrays or even hammerhead sharks venturing upwards from these depths.
Pontinha Deep
Deep wall dive with diverse life and potential pelagics.
Boat Access
24m Avg Depth
40m Max Depth
About this dive site
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Site Ratings
Big Marine Life Good
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Very Good Viz
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Plan Your Visit
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Marine Life
Blue-Barred Parrotfish
Southern Stingray
Snowflake Moray
Honeycomb Grouper
California Spiny Lobster
Hammerhead Shark
Trumpetfish
Pelagic Stingray
Things to Note
Difficulty:
Advanced
The site features a deep profile reaching 40 meters, requiring advanced certification and experience with depth.
Hazards:
depthcurrentboat traffic
Current Strength:
Moderate
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