Enjoy your 1st diving experience
If you have always been curious about trying scuba diving, but never had the opportunity to experience this thrill, now is your chance to have that opportunity.
In this first contact, almost everything will be controlled by an instructor. You will interact with nature and see animals in ways that were previously only possible in a television documentary.
There will be 30 minutes of unforgettable diving in the waters of Arvoredo Island, considered one of the best diving spots in southern Brazil.
How it works?
1°- Our first contact
The schedule starts at 7:15 am, when we meet at our headquarters, on Jurerê beach. Then, we went to the beach to board.
At 8:00 am we headed towards Ilha do Arvoredo, a diving paradise in southern Brazil.
On board our boat, you will already have an incredible experience: we will see the majestic coastline of Florianópolis Island and the continental coastline.
2°- Basic instructions for diving
On the 90-minute journey to Ilha do Arvoredo, we will carry out theoretical training, teaching practitioners some simple techniques that will be very useful when diving.
We arrived at the island around 9:30 am and started our first dives.
This activity is so peaceful that a 12-year-old child is already qualified to dive.
Team on board at your disposal for whatever you need.
3°- The time has come
The dive is guided by a qualified instructor, who will guide you by the hand at all times, with the main objective of providing safe leisure moments, at depths ranging between 2 and 6 meters, for 30 minutes.
We remain at the dive site until 12:00, allowing enough time to practice snorkeling with the snorkel already included.
We will arrive at Jurerê beach around 1:30 pm.
Ratio of 1 student to 1 instructor.
Why dive with us?
Qualified Instructors
Our instructors are prepared to meet any need you may have.
Equipment and Materials
You will receive the equipment and it is not shared with anyone else.
We are PADI
Practically anywhere you go diving will have a PADI operator.
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FAQ
- Be at least 12 years old;
- Good health, reasonable physical condition and feeling comfortable in the water.
Yes, we can cancel the schedule 48 hours in advance of the diving day.
No, your dive will always be accompanied by one of our qualified professionals at all times. The diving spots we go to on Arvoredo Island are for beginners and the depth does not exceed 8 meters.
Yes of course! What stops us from diving in Arvoredo is the strong south wind.
Here in Arvoredo there won't be any sharks to give us a gift, unfortunately. Animals do not attack if they do not feel threatened. It's peace and love!
No, however there is always an underwater photographer on board offering underwater photo and video services.
Ilha do Arvoredo is a place where turtles seek shelter and food, so there is a chance you will see them.
Pregnant women cannot dive and cannot board, due to the time and distance we sail.
There are a number of health problems that make diving impossible. Therefore, it is important that you consult us first.
In relation to COVID-19, it is recommended that your doctor first evaluate your lungs, as this disease leaves consequences that make diving impossible.
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Ilha do Arvoredo
Boat
In the essence of every diver there is a very strong desire to preserve nature. Curiosity about the world beneath the waves and the animals that inhabit the depths has attracted many generations of divers and we have inherited the tradition of protecting the environment that we enjoy every time we dive.
Diving is our passion and teaching new people about this world is our life goal.
Água Viva Mergulho was founded in 2012 on these pillars. We believe that every diver has a duty to preserve nature and we strive to incorporate this mission into our diving operations, whether collecting fishing hooks, plastic bottles or organizing specific seabed cleaning expeditions.
For all our dedication to training conscious divers and promoting environmental conservation actions, we were honored by the Green Star Awards.
The Ilha do Arvoredo Marine Biological Reserve is considered the best diving spot in southern Brazil, known for its marine diversity with various types of fish, turtles, seahorses and rays, as well as being on the migration route of humpback and Franca whales. The island is also an important archaeological site formed by burials characteristic of human occupation 4000 years ago.
The diving spots in Arvoredo differ in their characteristics, which can vary according to the formation of the bottom, minimum and maximum depths, most commonly found species, currents, or even specific characteristics, which provide a less conventional dive, such as a shipwreck, cave , etc.
The diving spots are all located in the southern portion of the island, the best known are: Ponta do Farol, Saco do Vidal, Saco do Farol, Baía do Engenho, Baía das Tartarugas, Saco do Batismo and Saco do Capim.
Our boat Água Viva VII was built in 2013, designed with specifications to best serve recreational diving.
Our boat is rated for open seas, with capacity for 4 crew and 46 passengers. The boat is also licensed for scientific research and adapted diving work.
It has ample sheltered space for passenger movement, which provides comfort and a beautiful view of the coast of Florianópolis and the mainland.
Specifications: 14.5 meters long; 5.40 meters wide; MWM X12 240 HP turbocharged engine; Average sailing speed 8 knots.
The boat has: Oxygen kit, first aid kit, VHF radio, GPS, Garmin probe, fresh water and bathroom.
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