Ilha do Arvoredo - Vidal

Diverse landscape with impressive cave, turtles, and varied depths.

Boat Access
18m Avg Depth
30m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site, known as Vidal, is considered one of the most complete and impressive diving locations on Arvoredo Island. It offers a diverse underwater landscape, reaching depths of up to 30 meters. The area features varied rock formations, ranging from small boulders to submerged cliffs. Closer to shore, within a sheltered bay, there's an extensive shallow area only 2 meters deep. It’s frequently possible to encounter groups of turtles feeding on algae. At approximately 5 meters, you will find a remarkable underwater cave, one of the most beautiful in the island. While access is available, it’s recommended not to traverse it due to its relatively narrow passage and ceiling. This area is home to dense schools of small fish.

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

turtlecavernrock formationswide anglebeginner friendlyswim-through

Marine Life

Green turtleGrouperSalema porgySergeant majorMoray eelSponge

Things to Note

Difficulty:

All levels

Varied depths from 2m in a sheltered bay to 30m, catering to all certifications.

Hazards:
depthoverhead environmentboat trafficcurrent
Current Strength:

Variable

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