Dive-site story
Rising off the coast of Guarapari, Ilha Escalvada is recognized by its prominent lighthouse sitting atop sheer granite rock. Beneath the surface, the island's underwater profile features jumbled boulder fields, deep crevices, and sandy perimeter gutters. Atlantic reef fish congregate along the sheltered side, while the seaward edge drops into open ocean where pelagic cruisers frequently pass.
Extensive granite boulder formations with swim-throughs and crevices
Frequent encounters with green sea turtles and stingrays over the sandy perimeter
Dense shoals of crevalle jacks and Atlantic spadefish aggregating along the surge zones
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Austral summer brings the warmest sea temperatures and the most stable underwater visibility.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Green sea turtleChelonia mydas | Common | ||||||||||||
| Dusky grouperEpinephelus marginatus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Spotted eagle rayAetobatus narinari | Seasonal | ||||||||||||
| Queen angelfishHolacanthus ciliaris | Common | ||||||||||||
| Green moray eelGymnothorax funebris | Common |
Marine forecast
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