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Ilhas Maricas - Naufragio do Moreno
Shallow Maricás wreck dive with abundant marine life.
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A calm boat-access wreck around the Maricás islands, known for easy conditions, sheltered structures, and a dense mix of eels, nudibranchs, rays, and turtles.
About Ilhas Maricas - Naufragio do Moreno
Ilhas Maricás - Naufrágio do Moreno is a shallow wreck dive around the Maricás islands near Rio de Janeiro, centered on an old dismantled wreck and the calm reef around it. The site is known for easy, low-stress scuba conditions, with the wreck structure acting as shelter for abundant marine life. Divers usually treat it as a relaxed boat dive, with time to move beyond the wreck into the surrounding shallow area when conditions are calm.
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Research Estimate At Ilhas Maricas - Naufragio do Moreno
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VisibilityVisibility: 10m
AccessSimple entry
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
CurrentNo current
Where Is Ilhas Maricas - Naufragio do Moreno?
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Ilhas Maricas - Naufragio do Moreno Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
6m - 15m
Depth Note
The inside of the wreck area is reported at roughly 6-15m, keeping the dive in a shallow recreational band.
Best Season
Calm, warmer months are the most comfortable for a relaxed shallow wreck dive.
Typical Conditions
Calm shallow conditions with frequent marine-life sightings and variable visibility.
Safety & Access At Ilhas Maricas - Naufragio do Moreno
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Boat traffic
Safety Notes
Treat the wreck as a shallow recreational dive and keep an eye on boat traffic on the approach.
Access Restrictions
Boat access is the standard plan; some approaches may also allow beach entry when conditions permit.
Legal Notes
Follow standard Brazilian marine and diving rules.
Local Intel For Ilhas Maricas - Naufragio do Moreno
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Relaxed wreck dive with sheltered structures and a calm shallow area beyond the wreck.
Freediving
Not a freedive-first site; the wreck and its marine life are better handled as scuba.
Snorkeling
A snorkel can only sample the surface; the wreck itself is a scuba target.
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Wildlife at Ilhas Maricas - Naufragio do Moreno
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Ilhas Maricas - Naufragio do Moreno Guide - Sources and Updates
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Depth and visibility ranges for the Maricás wreck area.
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