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Operator page for Aquáticos Diving Center, Recife's gateway to the shipwreck park.
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Sao Jose
Sao Jose is a deep Recife wreck with intact structure.
Boat-access wreck in Recife's artificial reef park, with an intact superstructure, an engine-room passage, and marine life around the hull.
About Sao Jose
Sao Jose is a deep Recife wreck in the city's artificial shipwreck park, with an intact superstructure, a visible wheelhouse, and an engine-room passage that makes it a serious but rewarding wreck dive. It suits experienced scuba divers who are comfortable planning for depth, overhead structure, and a boat-run visit in warm coastal water.
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Research Estimate At Sao Jose
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 20m
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralSome damage
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Crowd / PopularityModerate
Where Is Sao Jose?
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Sao Jose Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
29m+
Depth Note
Deep wreck in navigational position with an overhead passage above the engine room.
Best Season
Year-round; September to May offers the best boat conditions.
Typical Conditions
A deep artificial wreck with intact superstructure, overhead passage, and generally warm water around Recife's wreck park.
Safety & Access At Sao Jose
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Overhead environment
Safety Notes
Penetration is possible via a passage above the engine room; use appropriate wreck-penetration training and procedures.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; wreck penetration should be limited to divers with the right training and procedures.
Legal Notes
Stay within wreck-penetration limits, follow the guide's plan, and keep buoyancy tight around the structure.
Local Intel For Sao Jose
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A deep wreck dive with a passage above the engine room and an intact command house that rewards controlled buoyancy.
Freediving
Not a freedive target; the wreck is too deep and includes an overhead passage.
Snorkeling
Not suitable for snorkeling beyond a surface look at the site from the boat.
Wildlife at Sao Jose
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Sao Jose
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Sao Jose
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility20m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
