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Spend a half-day exploring Sal’s volcanic walls, wrecks and reefs on two guided dives. Expect clear briefings, small groups, and diverse marine life from shoaling fish to coral-encrusted wrecks.
Spend a half-day exploring Sal’s volcanic walls, wrecks and reefs on two guided dives. Expect clear briefings, small groups, and diverse marine life from shoaling fish to coral-encrusted wrecks.
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Operated by cabo verde diving · Santa Maria, Sal
The first breath underwater is immediate: sunlight slices through warm water, volcanic walls drop away and shoals twist around rusted metal — Sal’s dive sites introduce themselves without preamble.
moderate.
4 hours.
Suitable for divers in average physical condition who can swim and carry basic gear; some ability to manage gear on a boat is required
Yes—evidence of Open Water certification is required for certified dives; discovery/intro dives may be available separately with additional instruction.
Typical first dives range 18–35 m, second dives are shallower (max 18 m); bottom time usually 40–60 minutes depending on depth and air consumption.
Tanks, weights and belts are included; full equipment rental is generally extra (about €20 payable at the dive center).
No—diving within 48 hours of flying is not recommended due to decompression risk; operators will require health questionnaires and may refuse divers with certain medical conditions.
Sal grew as a maritime hub for salt and later tourism; many diveable wrecks reflect its long role in Atlantic shipping routes.
Local dive operators often work with community guidelines to avoid reef damage; use reef-safe sunscreen, avoid touching coral and follow guide instructions to reduce impact.
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