Scuba Dive Location: Sal, Cape Verde


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Name: Sal
Description: The Sal Island, of the islands of the archipelago of Cape Verde, is the closest to the African continent and also the most developed island in terms of tourism. It is a flat island, characterized by its long sandy beaches and warm, crystalline waters. It is a paradise for those who seek absolute rest. You can watch tropical fish visible in open water, or hiding in caves. In winter there is the passage of whales, while in summer large pelagics such as great devil fish, whale sharks and sea turtles that besides diving can be fond on the beaches, where they spawn.
Geographical Location: Atlantic Ocean
Water Temperature: The temperature of sea water varies between 21ºC in February and March and 25ºC in September and October.
Diving Suit: Complete wet suit or wer suit with shorts.
Visibility under water: Good visibility that can reach 40 meters.
Climate: The climate is mild thanks to the action manager that the ocean and the winds have on the temperature. The average annual rarely rise above 25°C, never falling below 20ºC.
How to get there: The best way to reach the Sal island is by plane. The main port of entry into the country is the Amilcar Cabral International Airport, which also provides good air links to the other islands.
When to go: July   August   September   October  
Other Activities: Other activities you can enjoy on the island are: fishing, windsurfing, jet skiing, quad biking, mountain biking, and excursions to other islands. The visits to the Algodeiro, a small oasis, Buracona, a natural swimming pool with water constantly renewed by the waves of the sea, Fontona, Puf, Danfior and deep Calheta are to visit.

Scuba Dive Sites at Sal, Cape Verde

3 Caves (2 photos) Algodoeiro (0 photos)
Âncora (1 photos) Beira de Coral (0 photos)
Beira Preta (0 photos) Black Serra (0 photos)
Boris (4 photos) Buracona (0 photos)
Caldeirinha (2 photos) Cavala (1 photos)
Champignon (0 photos) Dunes (0 photos)
Fiura (0 photos) Islet (0 photos)
Lighthouse (2 photos) Morrinho das Pedras (0 photos)
Palmeira I (0 photos) Palmeira II (0 photos)
Paredão (0 photos) Ponta Preta (0 photos)
Ponta Preta Funda (1 photos) Pontinha (1 photos)
Regona (3 photos) Regona (2 photos)
Salão Azul (0 photos) Santo Antão (7 photos)
Tchouklassa (9 photos)

Scuba Dive Photos from Sal, Cape Verde

Moreia
By: MJResende
Dive Site: Pontinha
Penumbra
By: MJResende
Dive Site: Santo Antão
Flabellina arveloi
By: Jonas M
Dive Site: Santo Antão
Flabellina arveloi
By: Jonas M
Dive Site: Santo Antão
School of Sergeant Majors
By: Jonas M
Dive Site: Âncora
Sergeant Major
By: Jonas M
Dive Site: Lighthouse
Sergeant Major
By: Jonas M
Dive Site: Lighthouse
Blackbar hogfish
By: Jonas M
Dive Site: Tchouklassa
Blackbar hogfish
By: Jonas M
Dive Site: Tchouklassa
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Scuba Dive Photographers at Sal, Cape Verde

Jonas M (11 spots) MJResende (2 spots)

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