Dive-site story
Ilha do Frade is an isolated rocky islet on the outer sea of the Fernando de Noronha archipelago. The underwater landscape features large volcanic boulders, swim-through crevices, and sandy corridors that drop gradually into the blue. Because of its location in the open ocean sector, the site regularly attracts pelagic species alongside resident reef wildlife.
Volcanic rock arches and swim-through channels sculpted by Atlantic currents
Frequent encounters with resting nurse sharks tucked beneath rocky ledges
Cruising pelagic fish around the exposed outer perimeter
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Calmer seas and optimal underwater visibility typically align in the latter half of the year.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nurse SharkGinglymostoma cirratum | Common | ||||||||||||
| Green Sea TurtleChelonia mydas | Common | ||||||||||||
| Spotted Eagle RayAetobatus narinari | Seasonal | ||||||||||||
| Horse-eye JackCaranx latus | Common | ||||||||||||
| French AngelfishPomacanthus paru | Common |
Marine forecast
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