Fernando de Noronha Islands

This mountainous archipelago, declared a World Heritage Site in 2001, is made up of 21 islands. It is an important feeding ground for many species of marine animals, including sharks, billfish, tuna, and sea turtles. It is home to several endangered species, including the Hawksbill sea turtle.
The dive sites are diverse and cater to anyone’s desires: wreck sites, volcanic topography, coral formations, canyons, and more. Their remote location makes Fernando de Noronha a great spot for seeing pelagic species. The islands are also home to the largest population of spinner dolphins in the world.

Recife

Once just a fishing village, Recife is now the capital of Brazil’s northeast state of Pernambuco. This is probably the most popular dive destination in Brazil, as it is easily accessible compared to the Fernando de Noronha archipelago. The Recife region offers year-round diving and abundant marine life throughout the seasons. The region is also home to numerous shipwrecks – earning Recife the nickname of “Brazil’s capital of wrecks”, deliberately sunk to increase the tourism potential of diving. Visibility is very good, and the water is warm all year round.

Ilha Grande

What makes Ilha Grande truly special for divers is the vast concentration of historical wrecks, including European Galleons. In the 16th and 18th centuries, the island has seen numerous battles between colonial forces and pirates. This too is a year-round spot for diving.

Abrolhos Archipelago

The volcanic Abrolhos Islands are located just 70 km away from mainland Brazil. The islands are uninhabited except for the staff of the lighthouse. The humpback whales are here from November to July. You’ll also spot dolphins, manta rays, green sea turtles loggerhead turtles, and many other marine animals, including unique coral formations known as “chapeirões,” large coral structures that extend to the surface of the water.