Rebocador Marte - Fernando de Noronha

The St. Anthony wreck, an intentional sinking from 1997, sits upright and shallow enough to feel relaxed on. We love that it’s not too deep, topping out around 21 metres, which means plenty of bottom time for poking around. You can fin right into the cargo hold, and we often find turtles just hanging out inside, unbothered. The light filtering through the open deck is something special, catching the flashes of schooling blackfin chromis. Keep an eye out for frogfish camouflaged on the hull; they’re masters of disguise but they’re here, often more than one. Just a short swim away, a small tire reef acts like a fish magnet, drawing in big long-nosed butterflyfish and trumpet fish. It's a great spot for newer wreck divers or anyone who just wants a chill dive with consistent turtle sightings and the chance to spot something rare like a frogfish. We've seen white-tip reef sharks cruising the sand nearby too, a nice bonus.

Location
Fernando de Noronha, Brazil, South America
Coordinates
-8.370500, -34.773500
Type
wreck

Marine Protected Area: Área De Relevante Interesse Ecológico Orla Marítima

Best Time to Dive in Fernando de Noronha

The warmest water temperatures in Fernando de Noronha occur in April, averaging 29.1°C. The coolest conditions are in September at 26.9°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 28.1°C
  • February: 28.6°C
  • March: 28.9°C
  • April: 29.1°C
  • May: 28.7°C
  • June: 28.2°C
  • July: 27.4°C
  • August: 27.0°C
  • September: 26.9°C
  • October: 27.1°C
  • November: 27.6°C
  • December: 27.9°C

Nearby Dive Sites in Fernando de Noronha

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Marine Life in Fernando de Noronha

Home to 45 recorded species including 42 reef fish, 1 seagrass & algae, 1 hard corals, 1 other.

Notable Species

Recommended Packing List for Rebocador Marte

Based on average water temperature of 28.0°C, currents 29 cm/s.

  • Shorty or Rashguard - warm 28°C water needs minimal exposure protection
  • Mask - essential for every dive
  • Fins (stiff blade recommended for strong currents)
  • 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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the typical depth range for diving the Rebocador Marte shipwreck?
The Rebocador Marte shipwreck offers a dive profile ranging from 16 meters, extending down to a maximum depth of 31 meters. This allows divers to explore various parts of the wreck, which is in a navigational position and features three distinct floors. You can learn more about this fascinating wreck dive at Rebocador Marte.
What kind of marine life and wreck features can divers expect to see at the Rebocador Marte dive site?
Divers exploring the Rebocador Marte can expect to encounter a vibrant artificial reef teeming with marine life, including large schools of fish, nurse sharks, rays, and turtles. Barracudas are also frequent visitors to the site. The wreck itself is a fascinating feature, resting in a navigational position with three floors and numerous passages to explore. Discover more about marine species in our wildlife database.
How challenging is the Rebocador Marte dive site, and what skill level is recommended for divers?
The Rebocador Marte dive site is considered suitable for advanced and experienced divers due to its depth range and the nature of wreck exploration. While rated as intermediate, the detailed description emphasizes the need for higher skill levels to safely navigate its three floors and various passages. Divers should ensure they have the appropriate training for such an exploration.
What are the typical current conditions and visibility like when diving Rebocador Marte?
When diving the Rebocador Marte, divers can generally expect excellent visibility, with an average of 19 meters, offering clear views of the wreck and its abundant marine life. The provided data does not specify typical current conditions for this particular site. For general information on dive conditions, you might consult our when to dive guide.
What scuba diving certifications are required or highly recommended to dive Rebocador Marte, especially considering its suitability for technical diving?
To safely explore the Rebocador Marte, it is highly recommended that divers hold advanced and experienced certifications, given the wreck's depth range and the complexity of its structure. While the site is not explicitly described as a technical dive, the presence of three floors and multiple passages suggests that advanced wreck diving training would be beneficial. Divers should ensure their certification level matches the demands of this exciting dive.
When is the best time of year to dive Rebocador Marte for optimal conditions and marine life encounters?
The provided information does not specify the best time of year to dive Rebocador Marte for optimal conditions or marine life encounters. However, the site consistently offers an average visibility of 19 meters and an abundance of marine life, including schools of fish, nurse sharks, rays, and turtles. For general guidance on diving seasons in Fernando de Noronha, you may find our when to dive section helpful.