Travel article describing the island as a scenic stop with fish, turtles, and a shallow dive profile.
ILHA DA FEIA , P & P MERGULHO
Current-washed Búzios reef wall with turtles.
About ILHA DA FEIA , P & P MERGULHO
ILHA DA FEIA is one of Búzios' current-washed boat dives, a rocky island route with hard-coral slabs, crevices, caves, and plenty of moving water. It suits divers who want buoyancy practice, route control, and turtles or rays more than a calm sightseeing swim.
Research Estimate At ILHA DA FEIA , P & P MERGULHO
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ILHA DA FEIA , P & P MERGULHO Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
3m - 12m
Depth Note
The route is relatively shallow for a current-driven island site, with public descriptions putting the dive in the low-teens depth band.
Best Season
Autumn and spring windows usually give the best balance of calm seas and visibility.
Typical Conditions
Rocky reef slabs with current, crevices, and caves. Visibility is usually moderate and the site feels more alive than relaxed.
Safety & Access At ILHA DA FEIA , P & P MERGULHO
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Keep a tight buoyancy profile, stay aware of the current line, and treat the crevices as overhead terrain rather than an open swim.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only with local Búzios operators; the site is weather-sensitive and often depends on the safest available island route for the day.
Legal Notes
Búzios island-tour and dive routes are navigation dependent, so follow local operator direction and any active sea-state restrictions.
Local Intel For ILHA DA FEIA , P & P MERGULHO
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba
Best as an advanced boat dive with good trim control; the current often turns it into a moving pass along the island.
Freedive
Not a freedive-first site. Current and route control make scuba the better fit.
Snorkel
Snorkel is not the main use case here; the interesting structure is best appreciated on scuba.
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Exposure Profile at ILHA DA FEIA , P & P MERGULHO
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Wildlife at ILHA DA FEIA , P & P MERGULHO
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ILHA DA FEIA , P & P MERGULHO Guide - Sources and Updates
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Research Sources
Municipal document naming Ilha Feia as a tour stop and tourism option.
Búzios tourism/booking page showing Ilha Feia as a boat-dive option.
Directory page describing rock formations, crevices, caves, and marine life.
Búzios operator page listing Ilha Feia among the local dive sites.
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