Coral Gardens / Barreira Vermelha

On the incoming tide, a short boat ride south will take you to Barreira Vermelha, more commonly known as Coral Gardens, where you can jump into the warm, shallow waters of the Indian Ocean and enjoy some incredible snorkeling opportunities where coral growth, due to the shallowness and protection of the waters in this area, continues to thrive – marvel at the size of the Plate and Brain Corals and spot the juvenile damsels and Chocolate Dips hiding in between Stag Corals.  You may even spot the occasional Loggerheads Turtle!

We strongly advise that, under any circumstance, is any person allowed to stand on, or to touch the coral reefs and/or collect any souvenirs of any kind.  This excursion can only take place on high tides when clean waters have been pushed in and high enough to afford clearance between your legs and the coral reef.