Baixa do Ambrósio dive guide.

Depth

12-35 m

Level

Intermediate to Advanced

Access

Santa Maria offshore site associated with manta rays in season, reached by boat when wind and swell allow.

Best season

Best known in summer months, especially when warm-water pelagic activity increases around Santa Maria.

Safety

Use the official dive mooring and follow the local operator; unrelated vessels must remain at least 100 m away. Current, blue water and depth require conservative planning.

Hours

No fixed public hours. Boat departures, protected-area access and shore entries depend on operators, permits and sea state.