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Dive Spot Guide•
Jardim das Gorgónias
Shallow bay dive with sand, rock, and dense gorgonians.
Scuba DivingBeginner
Paço de Pau Bay route on sand and rock, with small canyons, holes, dense gorgonian cover, and easy navigation on calmer days.
About Jardim das Gorgónias
Jardim das Gorgónias is a shallow Paço de Pau Bay dive where sandy bottom and small rocky canyons break up a route covered in gorgonians and small reef life. The site feels scenic and easy to read, with enough holes and rocky edges to keep the dive interesting without asking for much technical effort on calm days and in settled weather.
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Research Estimate At Jardim das Gorgónias
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
AccessSimple entry
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
Where Is Jardim das Gorgónias?
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Jardim das Gorgónias Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
15m - 20m
Depth Note
Average depth 15 m; maximum depth 20 m.
Best Season
Year-round, especially on calmer days.
Typical Conditions
Shallow bay dive with sand, rock, and gorgonian cover; easy orientation is the main draw.
Safety & Access At Jardim das Gorgónias
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Safety Notes
Keep buoyancy tight around the holes and small canyons, and move slowly through the rocky pockets.
Access Restrictions
The route is shallow and detail-heavy, so it is best treated as a slow scenic dive rather than a current or depth-oriented one.
Legal Notes
No special permit requirement is highlighted for the site itself.
Local Intel For Jardim das Gorgónias
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A shallow reef dive with an average depth around 15 m and a maximum depth of 20 m.
Freediving
The shallow profile is more forgiving near the edges, but the main route is better treated as a scuba dive.
Snorkeling
The shallowest bay edges may suit snorkeling on very calm days, but the richest sections are better from scuba.
Wildlife at Jardim das Gorgónias
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Jardim das Gorgónias
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Jardim das Gorgónias
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