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Pinguino Dive Site
Brazil
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Advice for diving Pinguino in Brazil
Navigation time (from Océan Centro de Mergulho): 45 '
Depth:
Max .: 20 meters
Average: 10 meters
Visibility: 6 to 10 meters
Level: Basic (out)
Characteristics:
Name: Pinguino
Type / nationality: bulk carrier / Panama
Year sinking: 1967
Reason sinking: fire on board
Current situation: falling structure
What to see: You can still identify winches, masts, cockpit, etc.
Other info: The ship carrying carnauba wax and is in the center of Forte Site cove fallen starboard with the bow directed to the left of the cove. Already offers risks penetrations.
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