Lagoa Azul (Ilha Grande)

Best time to dive

January to December; January

Certification & difficulty

Open Water

Snorkelling

Snorkel-friendly - yes, primarily a snorkeling/swimming site, not a scuba destination

Safety notes

high boat traffic during peak season increasing collision/accident risk around swimmers; otherwise low-hazard

Permits & fees

no lagoon-specific entrance fee found; new Angra dos Reis municipal tourism tax effective Jan 2026: R$95/visitor for Ilha Grande island, R$47.50 for mainland Angra, +1 UFIR-RJ/day beyond 7 days; residents, children under 12, and over-60s exempt; 50% discount transitional period through 2026, up to 25% in 2027; not confirmed whether it applies per single-day schooner passenger

Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.

Location

Nearest hub: Ilha Grande (Vila do Abraao)