Ilha do Arvoredo - Orquídea

Shallow dive with unique flower-like rock formations.

Boat Access
9m Avg Depth
12m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site, known as Baia das Orquídeas, is named for the unique rock formations resembling an open flower. The area features large and medium-sized rolled stones that provide shelter and hiding places for various marine species, including groupers, juvenile sabresfish, and bodioons. The average depth of the dive site ranges from 7 to 12 meters, with a deeper zone extending further from the island. It’s an excellent location for exploring underwater habitats and observing local fish populations.

Diving Freediving Snorkeling

Site Ratings

Big Marine Life Good
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Very Good Viz
Famousness Well Known

Plan Your Visit

rocky reefbeginner friendlysheltered baywide anglefish lifemacro photography

Marine Life

groupersjuvenile sabresfishbodioonsmoray eelssea turtlessouthern stingrayssargentinho fish

Things to Note

Difficulty:

Beginner

Shallow average depth (7-12m) and sheltered conditions make it ideal for new divers and training.

Hazards:
boat traffic
Current Strength:

Mild

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