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Book your half-day diving experience in Sal, Cape Verde

When you dive in Cape Verde - especially around Sal - you’ll discover a uniquely diverse mix of tropical and Mediterranean marine life, from shoals of fish in open water to creatures sheltering in coral-covered undercuts along volcanic walls; you may spot rays lazily hovering near local wrecks, and explore caves, deep walls and wrecks that satisfy demanding divers, all set against the tremendous abundance and variety of marine life that makes Cape Verde such a compelling underwater destination for your next Water-Based adventure.

About this activity in Sal

Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Highlights

  • Explore a uniquely diverse underwater world off Sal, Cape Verde, where tropical and Mediterranean species coexist.
  • Swim among shoals, coral-covered volcanic walls and undercuts that shelter abundant reef life.
  • Discover dramatic dive sites including caves, steep walls and local wrecks that challenge experienced divers.
  • Enjoy frequent sightings of rays and other large marine animals hovering around wrecks and reef structures.

Important Information

  • Your booking includes diving tanks, weights and belt, a professional guide and hotel pickup and drop-off where available.
  • Food, drinks, gratuities and personal diving equipment are not included - bring or rent your own mask, fins and regulator if needed.
  • All divers must provide evidence of dive certification and complete a health questionnaire; diving within 48 hours of flying is not recommended.
  • This activity is suitable for a range of fitness levels, but not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with poor cardiovascular health; public transport options are available nearby.

Meeting Point

You will be collected from your hotel in Sal, Cape Verde where pickup service applies, or you can meet at the local dive centre in town - exact meeting time and location will be confirmed after booking.

Includes

  • Diving tanks, weights and belt provided for your scuba sessions in Sal, Cape Verde-everything you need to get in the water safely
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off included to make travel around the area simple and convenient
  • Professional guide on hand to lead dives and share local knowledge about dive sites in the region

Excludes

  • Food and drinks are not included, so plan accordingly while exploring Sal
  • Gratuities are not included and are at your discretion for guides and crew
  • Personal diving equipment is not included; check requirements before you arrive

Other

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health; please assess your fitness before booking
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers for safety reasons
  • Public transportation options are available nearby if you prefer to travel independently around the area
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels, with professional guidance provided during dives
  • Evidence of dive certification is required from all divers wishing to participate in a certified dive
  • Diving within 48 hours of flying is not recommended-plan your travel schedule to allow a safe surface interval
  • All participants will be required to complete a health questionnaire prior to diving
  • Some pre-existing medical conditions (eg asthma, heart conditions, etc) may prevent you from diving; please consult your doctor

Customer Reviews

10/10
Based on 10 Reviews
EKTravellerDave
Aug 31, 2025 10:04:18 AM
Summary: Dived with this dive centre last year so booked to go this year. Once again it was an excellent experience, the staff were very welcoming, the process of filling in the pre-dive paperwork to getting on the bought was well organised and straightforward. The dive sites we went to were different from last year and were fantastic, they were Pontinha and lost anchor. The dive guide we had was brilliant as well, unfortunately I can’t remember her name (she was from Germany). Great pre dive briefing, explaining the dive location and what we would expect to see during the dive. During the dive she took time to point out interesting marine life and made sure everyone on the dive got to see it before moving on. I highly recommend this company if you are diving in Cape Verde, if I visit the country again I will be diving with them again. Thanks to all the team at Cabo Verde Diving
SUSAN M
Jul 22, 2025 01:12:08 PM
Summary: Great instruction from Fernando at the Diving School. Everything was explained clearly and plenty of time was given to practise all the safety exercises before venturing out. The actual dive was wonderful: down to a shipwrecked fishing boat to see all of the beautiful marine life that surrounds it. A highlight of our holiday!
Peter_L
Apr 18, 2025 08:53:36 AM
Summary: Cabo Verde Dive School provided an excellent service from start to finish. All of the staff were very friendly. The dive brief was clear and the guides were very helpful on the boat. Amazing dive spots seeing turtle, nurse shark, lots of stingray and pufferfish and a good wreck dive. Thank you so much for such a great experience and would definitely dive again with Cabo Verde Dive School.

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Know more about Sal

When you dive here you'll encounter a diverse mix of tropical and Mediterranean marine life, including shoals of fish in open water, creatures sheltering in coral-covered undercuts on volcanic walls, rays near local wrecks, and a tremendous abundance and variety of species throughout the reefs and walls.
Yes - the underwater world here includes caves, deep walls and wrecks that can satisfy more demanding divers seeking technical or adventurous dives.
All divers wishing to participate in certified dives must provide evidence of dive certification; you will also be required to complete a health questionnaire and should be aware that certain medical conditions or recent flying may prevent you from diving.
You can explore a range of sites from open-water shoals and coral-covered undercuts to dramatic volcanic deep walls, caves and local wrecks that offer varied topography and marine habitats for different dive experiences.
Your booking includes diving tanks, weights and belt, hotel pickup and drop-off, and a professional guide; note that additional personal diving equipment, food and drinks, and gratuities are not included.
For a full refund you must cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.