6m
    Salvador & Bahia, Brazil
    Área De Proteção Ambiental Baía De Todos Os Santos

    GERMANIA

    Best months: Aug–Dec

    Protected Area

    Área De Proteção Ambiental Baía De Todos Os Santos

    Why dive here

    With 291+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, dolphins, eagle rays, humpback whales and nurse sharks - GERMANIA offers some of Salvador & Bahia's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 26-29°C, warmest February, March, April.

    Best timeAug–Dec
    WetsuitA 3mm shorty or thin full wetsuit
    Marine lifeBarracuda, Dolphins, Eagle Rays, Humpback Whales and Nurse Sharks · 291+ species recorded
    Water26-29°C · warmest February, March, April
    CharacterWreck dive · max 6m
    StandoutExceptional marine biodiversity

    The *Germania* isn't your typical deep wreck, and that's precisely why we love it. Lying in just six meters of water, this steamship wreck offers a super accessible dive, perfect for knocking out a few leisurely bottom time hours without feeling rushed. We typically drop down in the afternoon, when the light really slices through the shallow water, illuminating the ship’s ribs and twisted metal. You’ll weave through the skeletal remains of the hull, spotting schools of sergeant majors darting in and out of the crevices. Look closely, and you’ll often find a well-camouflaged scorpionfish tucked against the rust. While there isn't much current to worry about, the visibility can be a bit hit-or-miss depending on the tide; we suggest aiming for an incoming tide if you can, it usually brings clearer water. It’s a site that really makes you feel like you’re exploring history, not just observing it.

    Typical GERMANIA Dive Profile

    5mSafety Stop0m6m max~60 min estimated bottom time

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

    Safety Notes

    Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for GERMANIA

    GERMANIA Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for GERMANIA, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (-13.03, -38.65) (27km away)

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    October Averages

    Sea Temperature

    27°C

    80°F · Range: 25.5–27.9°C

    Air Temperature

    26°C

    78°F

    Wind Speed

    6.18 m/s

    12.0 knots

    Atmospheric Pressure

    1014.6 hPa

    Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data

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