Boca do Inferno
Dramatic underwater arches and caverns at a famous cliff formation.
Boat Access
12m Avg Depth
18m Max Depth
About this dive site
This dive site is renowned for its dramatic underwater topography, mirroring the famous 'Mouth of Hell' cliff chasm above. Divers can explore a series of impressive arches, swim-throughs, and caverns carved into the rock. The main attraction is the spectacular landscape rather than a high density of marine life.
DivingFreedivingSnorkeling
Plan Your Visit
cavernswim-throughrock formationwide anglesurge
Marine Life
octopusconger eelmoray eelcuttlefishwrassesea breamnudibranchspider crab
Things to Note
Difficulty:
Intermediate
Features potential surge, currents, and overhead environments requiring good buoyancy.
Hazards:
surgeboat trafficoverhead environment
Current Strength:
Variable
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