Scuba Diving in Rio de Janeiro

There are some nice spots for diving in Rio de Janeiro : Arraial do Cabo, Buzios, Ilha Grande, Cabo Frio and Cagarras Islands are the top highlights. http://

Arraial do Cabo

Located in the Lakes Region, two and a half hours drive away from Rio de Janeiro City, Arraial do Cabo is considered the best place for scuba diving in Rio de Janeiro State. It is well known among Brazilian scuba divers. There are dozens of beaches featuring white sand and crystal clear waters. Arraial do Cabo is strategically located near Cabo Frio and Buzios, that is also famous for its sophisticated nightlife.

Depths for diving in Arraial do Cabo range from 40ft to 160ft and the visibility can reach 40ft. The stunning numbers of marine life spotted during every single dive is the result of the cold deep waters full of nutrients. Arraial do Cabo diving points feature a slightly cold water temperature, averaging around 60F. So choose your proper wetsuit for your diving experience. You will likely see huge schools of different fish, sea turtles, sea horses, moray eels, octopus, rays and much more.

If you are an experienced licensed diver, there are underwater caves to be explored, great shipwrecks and a few submersed canyons around Arraial do Cabo diving spots . The bottom of the sea is covered by rigid and soft corals, sponges of many odd colors and shapes. Should you rather go snorkeling in Arraial do Cabo, your best choice is Prainha Beach, which offers good protection from the southwest wind. You can also try Forno Beach, which you reach after a 15 minute walk on a trail. There is an amazing view from the hilltop.

Buzios

Also located in the Lakes Region, Buzios' scuba diving spots can be found all over the peninsula.

Ilha Grande

Located in within Angra dos Reis Bay, on the Green Coast of South Rio de Janeiro State, Ilha Grande (Big Island) has about a hundred beaches of incredibly beautiful, transparent, green and blue waters.

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