Dive-site story
Along Fernando de Noronha's windward coast, Caieiras exposes volcanic rock formations split by sand channels. Facing the open Atlantic, the site is prone to swell and surge, opening up during calm weather windows. Marine life gathers inside natural archways and fissures away from open sea currents.
Volcanic reef structure dissected by sand gullies and swim-throughs
Nurse sharks resting beneath basalt ledges
Direct views out to the open Atlantic along the outer reef line
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Lighter trade winds and calmer seas typically occur during the late dry season along the archipelago's windward side.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nurse SharkGinglymostoma cirratum | Common | ||||||||||||
| Green Sea TurtleChelonia mydas | Common | ||||||||||||
| Southern StingrayHypanus americanus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Queen AngelfishHolacanthus ciliaris | Common | ||||||||||||
| Spotted Moray EelGymnothorax moringa | Common |
Marine forecast
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