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Artificial-reef character, coral growth, and marine-life notes for Guadiana.
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Naufrágio Guadiana
Historic Abrolhos wreck broken across chapeirões and reef growth.
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Local operator required
This site is normally dived from licensed overnight or day boats already operating inside the park.
Boat-only wreck dive in the park with moderate current and often variable visibility; best planned with an overnight operator and a guide-led route.
About Naufrágio Guadiana
Naufrágio Guadiana is one of Abrolhos' classic wreck dives, with the broken hull spread between large chapeirões and reef structure rather than lying as a single clean outline. Divers follow machinery, anchor gear, and tilted plating through an artificial-reef setting that also draws resident groupers, schooling fish, and hard-coral growth.
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Research Estimate At Naufrágio Guadiana
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 10m
AccessChallenging entry effort
CoralMixed health
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesLimited facilities
Crowd / PopularityQuite busy
CurrentModerate current
Where Is Naufrágio Guadiana?
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Naufrágio Guadiana Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
9m - 27m
Depth Note
Published site guides place the wreck top around 9 m and the deeper stern section around 27 m.
Best Season
Diving operates year-round, but the park's own public-use guidance identifies summer as the period with the best climate and visibility for scuba.
Typical Conditions
Expect offshore boat diving on open reef, moderate current on many days, and visibility that can swing noticeably between trips.
Safety & Access At Naufrágio Guadiana
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Low visibilitySharp coral
Safety Notes
The site is in a region described as difficult for navigation; plan conservatively and ensure good situational awareness around the wreck and nearby coral pinnacles, particularly if visibility drops.
Access Restrictions
Access is by boat inside Parque Nacional Marinho dos Abrolhos and follows park-managed dive operations rather than independent shore entry.
Legal Notes
Scuba visits in Abrolhos require vessel support, certified divers except for supervised introductory dives, and an underwater guide ratio required by park rules.
Local Intel For Naufrágio Guadiana
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A dismantled wreck with recognizable structures such as machinery and a rudder, serving as an artificial reef.
Wildlife at Naufrágio Guadiana
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Naufrágio Guadiana
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Naufrágio Guadiana
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility10m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
