Operator trip page with offshore logistics and boat-trip context.
Boat dive off Queimada Grande with rocky passages and coral.
Boat dive off Queimada Grande with rocky passages and coral.
Saco Do Bananal is a boat dive off Queimada Grande with rocky formations, passages and small caves. Brain coral and Palythoa cover the rock, and the site suits experienced divers who are comfortable with an offshore boat profile and variable conditions. Schools of fish are common, and dolphins and Bryde's whales are often part of the trip out.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
6m - 18m
Depth Note
Rock formations with passages and caves, with depths reported from 6 to 18 m.
Typical Conditions
Rocky offshore formations with passages and caves; visibility and comfort vary with current and weather.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Keep to your plan, maintain surface signaling and treat the trip as a true offshore pickup.
Access Restrictions
Boat-only offshore access; plan the trip with an operator.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Rocky formations with passages and small caves, plus coral cover and fish schools.
Snorkeling
Not a practical snorkel site because the profile and access are built around scuba.
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.
Last Updated
Research Sources
Operator trip page with offshore logistics and boat-trip context.
Official route guide with depth and terrain notes.
Independent public dive reference for the area.
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