Fernando de Noronha, is the largest of 21 tropical islands and islets located about 350 kms (217 miles) from the Brazilian coast.
The island is divided into an Environmental Protection Area and a Marine National Park and is popular with Brazilians who claim it has the best beaches, diving and surfing in Brazil.
Visitors are strictly limited to 400 a day, although visiting yachts are not included in this count. Its popularity is reflected in the prices and visiting is not cheap.
Cruisers who have visited advise against arriving at night due to a substantially larger mooring field than is shown on charts. There are many mooring balls with long lines trailing behind, so a good watch is needed.
The Port Captain (Marcos) monitors VHF Channel 14/16 but you are not expected to announce your arrival.
In the right conditions, it provides a welcome stop if sailing across the South Atlantic ocean. Friendly officials and a place of stunning beauty both above and below the water. It is a destination area for wealthy citizens of Brazil, but cruisers report feeling very safe here and receiving a warm welcome from locals and officials alike. Read the following Cruiser report for 2025 updates:
Position:
3°50.07’S, 32°24.28’W (harbor)
3°50.027’S 32°24.487’W (cruiser recommended anchorage)
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