Parque Estadual Marinho da Pedra da Risca do Meio

The Marine State Park of the Pedra da Risca do Meio is the only Marine Conservation Unit of the State of Ceará, with an area of ​​33.20 square kilometers distant 10 nautical miles (approximately 18.5 km) from Port of Mucuripe, Fortaleza. Access to this conservation area can only be done by vessels leaving the Port of Mucuripe take on average 50 minutes to reach the Marine Park area.

The creation of the Marine Park aims to protect an area of ​​production and supply of marine species, fishing rescue, study and develop sustainable fishing programs, conduct research in the fields of Biological Sciences, Tropical Marine Science and Fishing Engineering, beyond publicize and promote underwater tourism.

The selected area becomes a haven of great biological value, besides being endowed with a very fragile ecological balance. The park's name was chosen in honor of the fishermen who christened the various fishing spots such as Risca do Mar, the Risca do Meio and Risca da Terra. The depth of the Marine Park area varies from 17 to 30 meters. All formations substratum do not arise in this area, facilitating boat traffic. The visibility varies with the intensity of wind currents and usually ranges from 15 to 30 meters.

In every area of ​​the Marine State Park Middle Stone Stripe Tourism Underwater is allowed, since all the points of concentration of marine fauna and flora are submerged, diving instruction is necessary to know the beauties of the Marine Park. The activity of reef environments diving is a growing component of tourism in the tropics. As it takes place in very fragile environments, this activity should be conducted in a responsible manner, minimizing the risks and impacts on the environment.

The Marine State Park of the Pedra da Risca do Meio is the top destination for underwater tourism in the State of Ceará, and hosts a unique biodiversity of fish and invertebrates. The Marine Park is distinguished by the quality and quantity of marine life, and its warm waters with temperatures ranging between 27 ° and 29 ° C. Visibility is considered the Caribbean, reaching up to 30 meters. Diving operators carry outputs to practice contemplative scuba diving (SCUBA) and sport fishing.

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Activities near to Parque Estadual Marinho da Pedra da Risca do Meio

Jangadeiro and Fortaleza Museum (museum) - Jangadeiro Museum / Museum of Fortaleza: Situated on the premises of Mucuripe Lighthouse, built in Baroque, its 1840 - 1846 construction of masonry, wood and iron represents one of the oldest buildings in Fortaleza. Has long been a reference to vessels docked in the harbour,  however, the old eye of the sea as it was known, was deactivated in 1957.  In the period 1981 to 1982, it  received his most significant ref... Address: Av. Vicente de Castro s/​​n º, Mucuripe Fortaleza CE Distance: 0.00km from the Parque Estadual Marinho da Pedra da Risca do Meio
Passeios de Barco pela orla (activity) - Take a boat ride along the shore, tours are between 10:00 am and 4:00 pm.  Time your tour to catch the sunset, as it sets over the city.   The two hour long tours in sailing boats cover several beaches and offer up stops for diving along the way.   These tours include Mucuripe Beach, Iracema Beach and Meireles Beach, all of which are beautiful from the ocean waters.   The price is roughly R$30.00... Address: Ceará Saveiro‎ Avenida Beira Mar, 4293 - Meireles Fortaleza - CE, 60165-121 Distance: 0.32km from the Parque Estadual Marinho da Pedra da Risca do Meio
Mucuripe Beach (beach) - It has white soft sands, coconut trees and palm tress, and several areas to play sports.   The area has an abundance of lobsters and a great way to test out all the best foods in the late afternoon is to visit the tents in the Fish Market, where all the freshest seafood from Fortaleza is brought.  For those looking for a nice walk, the beachfront path makes for a nice stroll. Address: Distance: 0.47km from the Parque Estadual Marinho da Pedra da Risca do Meio

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