Pedra da Nau

Protected bay, perfect for beginners with diverse marine life and rock cutouts.

Boat Access
4m Avg Depth
9m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site, Pedra da Nau, is located in a protected bay just a 10-minute boat ride from the shore, making it easily accessible. It is renowned for its unique rock cutouts which create an engaging underwater landscape. The site's shallow depth and calm conditions make it ideal for navigation by divers of all experience levels.

The marine life at Pedra da Nau is surprisingly varied. Divers can expect to encounter several schools of different seabreams and wrasses. The rock formations also provide perfect hiding spots for octopuses and cuttlefish, which are frequently observed. On lucky days, an undulate ray might grace the site with its presence.

Pedra da Nau is an excellent choice for a dive year-round, especially appealing to beginners seeking a safe and rewarding experience. Its consistent marine encounters and interesting topography ensure that even experienced divers find new delights. Both snorkelers and freedivers will find the site highly suitable, offering ample opportunities for observation in its clear, shallow waters.

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Site Ratings

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

Plan Your Visit

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Things to Note

Difficulty:

All levels

Shallow, protected bay perfect for beginners, but diverse marine life and rock cutouts also surprise experienced divers.

Hazards:
boat trafficsharp rock
Current Strength:

Mild

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