Prainha Suggest edit

Brazil Suggest · Rio de Janeiro Suggest

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BeginnerDifficulty

BeginnerRecommended cert

12Max dive depth

12.0 mSite max depth

5.0–15.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

MildSurge

40 minAvg dive time

November to MarchBest months

24.0–28.0 °CWater (summer)

18.0–24.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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Prainha is a scenic dive site located in Rio de Janeiro, known for its beautiful beaches and vibrant marine life. The site offers a mix of rocky formations and sandy bottoms, making it suitable for divers of varying skill levels.

Diving at Prainha typically involves exploring underwater rock formations and reefs, where divers can encounter a variety of fish species and possibly some larger marine animals. The site is accessible from the shore, making it convenient for divers.

Conditions

Visibility: 5.0–15.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: Mild Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 24.0–28.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 18.0–24.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Shore Suggest edit
Permits required: No Suggest edit
Bottom types:
rock sand Suggest edit

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Best light during early morning or late afternoon.

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