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Vapor de Baixo

Vapor de Baixo is one of those Fernando de Noronha sites we always make time for. It’s a small wreck, but don't let that fool you. This isn’t about big, dramatic explosions of fish, though you’ll see plenty of Black Margate and Caribbean Bonefish flitting around the edges. This is about history, about poking around a steam-powered tugboat that’s been sitting upright on the seabed for who knows how long. We love the slightly eerie feel of the engine room. You can descend to about 22m, and the boilers are still remarkably intact, almost perfectly in place. Peering into the machinery, you often spot a docile Pufferfish or even a shy Cobbler hiding in the shadows. Visibility here is usually excellent, around 23m, so you get a clear view of the wreck’s details, even the parts half-buried in the sand. Our pick for an afternoon dive, when the light filters down just right, illuminating the metal structures. It’s a quiet, contemplative dive, perfect for photographers or anyone who appreciates a bit of maritime mystery.