Buraco do Inferno

Spectacular rock formations, diverse marine life

Boat Access
9m Avg Depth
19m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site, known as Buraco do Inferno (Hell's Hole), is an underwater cave system characterized by its stunning rock formations. Navigation within the cave requires careful attention to avoid getting lost in the limited passages. While the name suggests danger, it's primarily a visually impressive site with manageable exploration. The site is not heavily documented, leaving much of its history and formation open to interpretation.

Marine life within Buraco do Inferno is diverse, with sightings of turtles, lobsters, octopuses, rays, and even sharks. The rocky environment provides habitats for various crustaceans and smaller fish, adding to the site's biodiversity. While a comprehensive species list isn't available, the variety is noteworthy.

The best time to visit is likely during the warmer months, providing better visibility and potentially more active marine life. For both divers and freedivers, careful planning is essential given the cave environment. A dive guide familiar with the site is highly recommended. Freedivers should exercise caution in relation to depth limits, always planning for safe ascent and decompression.

Diving Freediving

Site Ratings

Big Marine Life Good
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Very Good Viz
Famousness Local Secret

Plan Your Visit

caveturtlelobsteroctopusraysharkrock formationsmacro photographybrazil

Marine Life

various fish specieslobsterscrustaceansoctopusesrayssharksturtles

Things to Note

Difficulty:

Intermediate

Moderate depth and cave penetration require experience.

Hazards:
cavedepth
Current Strength:

Mild

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