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Ponta do Bananal

Ponta do Bananal in Arraial do Cabo might be shallow, maxing out around 10 meters, but don't let that fool you into thinking it's dull. We love it for an easy, sheltered dive, especially when the wind kicks up elsewhere. It’s essentially a rocky shoreline, but the nooks and crannies hold some real treats. Visibility typically hovers around 8 meters, which is plenty for spotting the smaller stuff. Our favourite part about Bananal is the seahorse potential. We've often found them clinging to the rocky outcrops or bits of algae, swaying gently with the surge. Look closely in the cracks for Flagfin and Delalande Blennies darting around, and keep an eye out for Orangespotted Filefish blending into the background. You’ll also bump into plenty of Greenback Parrotfish munching on the algae and Red Groupers hanging out in the shadows. It's a fantastic spot for photographers focusing on macro life or new divers getting comfortable with their buoyancy. It feels calm, a real slow-paced wander underwater.