Rochedos dos Calhaus - Arraial do Cabo

Rochedos dos Calhaus gives you a good feel for Arraial’s underwater character. It’s a solid pick for divers who appreciate the subtler beauty of the Atlantic. We often spot Noronha wrasse darting between the rocks and groups of Caesar and Black Margate cruising by. The Great Star Coral here forms some impressive structures, providing plenty of nooks for Bastard Soldierfish and Puffers. It’s a comfortable dive, not too deep, and generally free from strong currents, making it an easy recommendation for less experienced divers or those looking for a relaxed second dive.

Location
Arraial do Cabo, Brazil, South America
Coordinates
-24.329918, -46.162514

Marine Protected Area: Parque Estadual Marinho Da Laje De Santos

Best Time to Dive in Arraial do Cabo

The warmest water temperatures in Arraial do Cabo occur in January, averaging 26.6°C. The coolest conditions are in August at 21.6°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 26.6°C
  • February: 26.4°C
  • March: 26.5°C
  • April: 25.0°C
  • May: 24.0°C
  • June: 22.9°C
  • July: 21.9°C
  • August: 21.6°C
  • September: 22.2°C
  • October: 23.0°C
  • November: 23.4°C
  • December: 24.8°C

Nearby Dive Sites in Arraial do Cabo

Nearest Dive Centres to Rochedos dos Calhaus

Marine Life in Arraial do Cabo

Home to 62 recorded species including 44 reef fish, 3 other, 3 crabs & lobsters, 3 sea urchins, 2 whales & dolphins, 2 seagrass & algae.

Notable Species

Recommended Packing List for Rochedos dos Calhaus

Based on average water temperature of 24.0°C, currents 7 cm/s.

  • Shorty or Rashguard - warm 24°C water needs minimal exposure protection
  • Mask - essential for every dive
  • Fins
  • BCD - buoyancy compensator
  • Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
  • Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
  • Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
  • Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
  • Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories