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Praia João Fernandes

3.4 — based on 12 community signals
4.2 12 especies 27 colaboradores

Praia João Fernandes is a year-round Brazilian dive destination with healthy coral and diverse marine life in clear waters.

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 4 months ago
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Actividad
dive
Dificultad
beginner
Mejores meses
Todo el año
Vida marina
Tortuga verde

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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

Open-Meteo
Viento
10.1 kn
Olas
1.48 m
Agua
22.3°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: NE (45%)
Now: ENE (76°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 1.22m

Próxima: Baja a las 01:00 (-0.26m)

+0.7 m0 m-0.5 m
▼ 01:00 · -0.26m ▲ 09:00 · +0.04m ▼ 11:00 · +0.01m ▲ 12:00 · +0.02m Ahora -0.2m
Vie 18Sáb 19Dom 20Lun 21Mar 22Mié 23Jue 24
UV1.9 · low Aire PM2.513 · moderate 05:41 17:42
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
09-18 12 1.5 2 4mm
09-19 15.2 1.38 5 0mm
09-20 20.2 1.66 8 0mm
09-21 16.8 1.62 6 0mm
09-22 13 1.3 8 11mm
09-23 7 1.28 2 7mm
09-24 10.9 1.84 2 5mm

About this spot

Praia João Fernandes offers diving year-round along Brazil's coast. The site supports healthy coral ecosystems with no current bleaching stress, making it a stable choice for repeat visits. Twelve documented species observations confirm rich marine biodiversity in the area, from reef fish to larger pelagics. The beach setting provides easy access and a relaxed atmosphere. Community videos show the character of diving here, capturing both the underwater landscape and local diving culture. Whether you're exploring shallow reefs or deeper structures, Praia João Fernandes delivers consistent conditions. This is not a protected marine area, so regulations are straightforward. The stable coral health and year-round availability make it reliable for planning trips months in advance. Local knowledge from dive operators helps visitors find the best entry points and currents on any given day.

📖 Guía: Buceo en Brasil: 13 Sitios Desde Naufragios Hasta Arrecifes de Tortugas

Mejores meses

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Vida marina

Tortuga verde

Tipos de buceo

ArrecifeCosta

Esenciales del viaje

Todo lo que necesitas antes de hacer la maleta — checklist, sol, logística.

Trip checklist

  • 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
  • 📜 C-card + dive insurance (DAN)
  • 📔 Dive logbook
  • 🧴 Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+
  • 🔌 Plug type C/N · 127V adapter
  • 💊 Seasickness meds + ear drops
  • 📱 Offline maps + emergency contact

Quick facts

  • 🌓 Moon First quarter · 47%
  • GPS
Información de sostenibilidad
🌍 CO2 footprint MAD ↔ 8069km · ~1856kg · €33

Desde tu país de salida

Estados Unidos
Puntuación de origen: 82/100
  • Visado: Sin visado · 90 días máx.
  • Vuelo: 13h · directo
  • Jet-lag: 2h este · 2 días de recuperación

Preguntas frecuentes

When is the best time to dive Praia João Fernandes?

The site is diveable year-round, so you can plan trips to Brazil whenever it suits your schedule. Year-round access means consistent conditions without seasonal closures or weather shutdowns.

What marine life will I see?

Twelve documented species have been observed at Praia João Fernandes. The reef supports healthy coral with no bleaching stress, indicating a balanced ecosystem that attracts reef fish and other marine organisms.

Do I need permits or special permissions?

Praia João Fernandes is not inside a marine protected area, so access is straightforward. Check with local dive operators for any local guidelines or recommendations before your dive.

How difficult is diving here?

Specific depth and difficulty ratings aren't documented, so contact local operators for conditions on your intended dive date. Community videos are available to preview the site and dive style before booking.

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Observaciones verificadas de especies marinas

27 registros · 22 especies · fuentes: OBIS, GBIF

Olivancillaria vesica

Gastropoda · Olividae
GBIF
Última observación:
25 mar 2026
×1registros

Porpita porpita

Hydrozoa · Porpitidae
GBIF
Última observación:
11 mar 2026
×1registros

Ocypode quadrata

Malacostraca · Ocypodidae
GBIF
Última observación:
8 mar 2026
×3registros

Chromonephthea braziliensis

Anthozoa · Nephtheidae
GBIF
Última observación:
4 mar 2026
×1registros

Dendrodoris krebsii

Gastropoda · Dendrodorididae
GBIF
Última observación:
3 mar 2026
×2registros

Tubastraea coccinea

Anthozoa · Dendrophylliidae
GBIF
Última observación:
3 mar 2026
×1registros

Cadlina rumia

Gastropoda · Cadlinidae
GBIF
Última observación:
3 mar 2026
×1registros

Mussismilia hispida

Anthozoa · Faviidae
GBIF
Última observación:
3 mar 2026
×1registros

Phyllogorgia dilatata

Anthozoa · Gorgoniidae
GBIF
Última observación:
3 mar 2026
×1registros

Ischnoplax pectinata

Polyplacophora · Callistoplacidae
GBIF
Última observación:
2 mar 2026
×1registros

Donax hanleyanus

Bivalvia · Donacidae
GBIF
Última observación:
2 mar 2026
×1registros

Sepioteuthis sepioidea

Cephalopoda · Loliginidae
GBIF
Última observación:
25 feb 2026
×1registros

Datos: 187.991 observaciones de OBIS (Ocean Biodiversity Information System) y GBIF (Global Biodiversity Information Facility). CC-BY 4.0.

See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

Snorkel en Praia João Fernandes - Buzios - Brasil

Mariano López

PARADISIAC BEACH 🇧🇷 Brazil — Rio de Janeiro, Búzios, João Fernandes Beach — 2024 【 4K UHD 】

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Praia João Fernandes - Buzios - Brasil - 4K

Mariano López
Visibility (month-by-month)
Best: Mar (100/100) Worst: Sep (0/100) Now: Sep (0/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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