Arraial do Cabo · Brazil · Reef
Pedra Vermelha
Shallow 5-18 m profile open to divers of every level
Area photo: Wusel007 · CC BY-SA 4.0
Pedra Vermelha is a boat dive at Arraial do Cabo with depths from 5 m to 18 m. The profile is shallow enough that divers of every level can share it, so groups of mixed experience can dive it together within Open Water limits.
0Where it is and how deep
No published position for this site — the map shows Arraial do Cabo and its other sites; operators know the mooring.
The dive
Depth at Pedra Vermelha runs from 5 m to 18 m, so the whole dive stays within Open Water limits. The range suits divers of every level, and groups with mixed experience can dive the site together without anyone going deeper than 18 m.
Marine life and season
The sources we used don't single out particular species here.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fair | Good | Good | Prime | Prime | Prime | Prime | Prime | Good | Fair | Fair | Fair |
Season follows Arraial do Cabo: Apr–Aug brings the calmest seas and clearest water; strong spring and summer winds regularly cancel boats, and upwelling drops temperatures sharply.
Dive videos
GoPro HERO3+: Mergulho em Arraial do Cabo · Kellington Neves on YouTube
Questions divers ask
Which certification does Pedra Vermelha need?+
Open Water is enough, as the dive stays within 18 m and the site suits divers of every level.
Sources
- Mergulho em Arraial do Cabo - 5 Melhores Pontos — Leve na Viagem
- Passeio de Barco e Mergulho em Arraial do Cabo — Até Onde Eu Puder Ir
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Wind-sheltered island dive to 18 m in clear water
Reef
Deep point of Cabo Frio island with passing fish
Reef
Clear water and scenery at 9-16 m for photographers
Abundant marine life on a dive down to 40 m
Similar dives elsewhere
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