Boat logistics, support gear, and broad Alcatrazes visibility/depth context.
Weather-sensitive boat dive on Alcatrazes' Farol side.
Weather-sensitive boat dive on Alcatrazes' Farol side.
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Boat access is handled by ICMBio-authorized operators, and the trip is weather-dependent.
Boat dive on the Farol side of the Alcatrazes refuge, built around rocky reef, boulders, sand patches, and mooring-based access rather than a casual shore swim. The site is operator-led and works best when the sea stays calm, so it rewards good buoyancy, steady timing, and a flexible plan more than chasing it on a marginal day. Rich reef life and passing pelagics make the trip worthwhile.
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Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
10m - 25m
Depth Note
Published operator range for the Farol point; the usable part of the site shifts with sea state and the chosen mooring.
Best Season
November to May
Typical Conditions
Boat-run rocky reef with boulders and sand patches, seasonal clarity swings, and a planning bias toward calm days.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Treat the site as operator-led and weather-sensitive. Keep close to the guide and expect the skipper to move or skip the point when sea state builds.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only through authorized operators; no independent landing or free anchoring.
Legal Notes
Follow refuge and Marinha rules, use installed moorings, and do not land on the island or free-anchor outside the authorized setup.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Operator-led scuba is the main use case. Expect rocky reef, boulders, sand patches, and anemones around the mooring area.
Freediving
Freediving is secondary here; use it only if the operator and sea state make the point suitable.
Snorkeling
Snorkeling is a secondary add-on on calm visits rather than the main objective.
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
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Research Sources
Boat logistics, support gear, and broad Alcatrazes visibility/depth context.
Access rules, seasonality, visibility range, and refuge-level wildlife guidance.
Independent Farol point classification used cautiously for exposure and current context.
Wave-energy context around Ilha do Farol and nearby mooring distribution.
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