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Galeao Sao Paulo
Galeao Sao Paulo: historic galleon wreck off Recife.
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Use a Recife operator familiar with the galleon and local sea-state timing.
Boat-access historic wreck with cannons, anchors, coral growth, and fish life off Cabo de Santo Agostinho.
About Galeao Sao Paulo
Galeao Sao Paulo is a historic early-17th-century galleon wreck off Cabo de Santo Agostinho with cannons, anchors, coral growth, and fish life on the remaining structure. It is one of Recife's classic wreck dives for divers comfortable with a boat run.
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Research Estimate At Galeao Sao Paulo
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 13m
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralMixed health
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
Crowd / PopularityQuite busy
Where Is Galeao Sao Paulo?
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Galeao Sao Paulo Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
19m
Depth Note
Wreck reported at 19 m depth with cannons and anchors remaining on the seabed.
Best Season
Year-round, with the calmer September-to-May window usually the safer bet.
Typical Conditions
Warm water, variable visibility, and a shallow wreck profile; the broader Recife wreck field can still see rougher days.
Safety & Access At Galeao Sao Paulo
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Dangerous wildlife
Safety Notes
Keep respectful distance from nurse sharks and maintain good buoyancy around the remaining wreck features.
Access Restrictions
Boat-only site; use a local operator familiar with the wreck and weather windows.
Legal Notes
Follow local boating and wreck-dive rules.
Local Intel For Galeao Sao Paulo
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Historic wreck with cannons and anchors and a readable structural profile.
Freediving
Not a primary freedive target.
Snorkeling
Too deep for casual snorkelling.
Wildlife at Galeao Sao Paulo
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Recent Logged Visits At Galeao Sao Paulo
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Galeao Sao Paulo
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Conditions
Avg. Visibility13m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
