Laje de Santos

Best months: Mar–Apr

Protected Area

Parque Estadual Marinho Da Laje De Santos

Why dive here

With 55+ marine species recorded in the area - including humpback whales - Laje de Santos offers some of Arraial do Cabo's richest pinnacle diving. Water ranges 22-28°C, warmest January, February, March.

Best timeMar–Apr

WetsuitA 3mm shorty or thin full wetsuit

Marine lifeHumpback Whales · 55+ species recorded

Water22-28°C · warmest January, February, March

CharacterPinnacle dive · max 15-30m

StandoutDramatic pinnacle topography

Laje de Santos, a pinnacle just off Arraial do Cabo, is one of those sites that always delivers a solid dive. We've seen Black Margates schooling here, their silver flashes catching the light, along with the distinctive shapes of Brazilian wrasse weaving through the rocks. Keep an eye out for Dusky Groupers lurking in the crevices and the curious Goldspot Gobies perched on the reef. It's a relaxed dive, generally with manageable currents, making it a good pick for divers looking for a comfortable profile and a consistent display of local species.

Typical Laje de Santos Dive Profile

Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.

Safety Notes

Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.

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Conditions

Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Laje de Santos

Laje de Santos Ocean Conditions

Monthly averages for Laje de Santos, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (-23.23, -44.16) (12km away)