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This experience is provided by professionals with PADI (Professional Association of Diving Instructors) which guarantees teaching methods and safety standards that are renowned around the world for their quality and efficiency. You learn the basic safety guidelines and skills needed to dive under the direct supervision of a PADI Professional.
You will get all the basic scuba gear including a mask, snorkel, fins, regulator, wet suit buoyancy control device, dive gauges and a tank.
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult. Minimum 10 years old.
Diving within 24 hours of flying is not recommended. 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
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Have you always wondered what it's like to breathe underwater? If you want to try scuba diving, but aren't quite ready to take the plunge into a certification course, Discover Scuba Diving experience is a quick and easy introduction to what it takes to explore the underwater world in the tropical water of Sal. To sign up for a Discover Scuba Diving experience, you must be at least 10 years old. No prior experience with scuba diving is necessary, but you need to be in reasonable physical health and able to swim. Are you ready to try it out? With this you: • Try scuba diving for the first time • Practice in the swimming pool or confined water in the sea 10:00 - 12:30h • Break to have lunch at your hotel • 1 dive by boat in the afternoon 14:00 - 16.30 • No course or certification required What’s included • Transport • Scuba Diving Instructor • Equipment DAILY PROGRAM: - From 10:00 - 12:30 - A little bit of theory and practice in the swimming pool or confined water (Bikini Beach) - Lunch break - From 14-16.30 - Dive in the ocean by boat (between 30-45 minutes depending on air consumption)
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Professional guide
Food and drinks
Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Robinson Cabo Verde
Avda. Dos Hoteis C.P 62 Santa Maria Cape Verde
Hotel Riu Funana
Cabocan Lote A2, A3 Santa Maria Cape Verde
Hotel LIVVO Budha Beach
Praia Antonio Sousa Santa Maria Cape Verde
Royal Horizon Beijo Mansao - Ponta Sino
Riz 1 de Junho Santa Maria Cape Verde
Hotel Riu Cabo Verde
Cabocan Lote A2, A3, Santa Maria Cape Verde
Porto Antigo Residence
Rua 15 De Agosto Santa Maria Cape Verde
Hotel Riu Palace Santa Maria
Santa Maria Cape Verde
Pickup included
218 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
redwanem93,Apr 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
My girlfriend and I have booked this activity, an activity we will never forget. This last one took place in two parts, in the morning we saw the theory of diving as well as the practice in shallow water to make us comfortable with diving. It was during the second part in the afternoon that we were able to go to a depth of 10m. We were supervised by the best of Marcio instructors, who was very patient and very pedagogical. He speaks very good French and put us at ease from the beginning. During the dive we could observe lots of fish, 2 turtles and even an octopus! We recommend ++ and thank the cabo verde diving team for this unforgettable experience.
N6837ACjohnm,Apr 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Diving prep and the experience was just world-class... instructor was clear, patient, encouraging without being patronising... it was organised to perfection, it was just a wonderful, calm, imformative day from beginning to end, the dive was incredible, the instructors were calm, reassuring and allowed us to enjoy and appreciate every second under water... what a life experience, carefully choreographed and facilitated by this fantastic group of professionals. If you are so inclined, you can pay extra for photos and short video of the experience. No stress... fairly apt motto for Cape Verde!

John M,Apr 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
Diving prep and the experience was just world-class... instructor was clear, patient, encouraging without being patronising... it was organised to perfection, it was just a wonderful, calm, imformative day from beginning to end, the dive was incredible, the instructors were calm, reassuring and allowed us to enjoy and appreciate every second under water... what a life experience, carefully choreographed and facilitated by this fantastic group of professionals.
Sofiaaa 1C,Mar 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
We waited half an hour at the hotel for the driver who arrived at our foot and didn’t even give us a credible explanation about the delay and still seemed to be “playing” with us, at the reception the lady who was there, who spoke English also said immediately that we didn’t have a reservation, that our name didn’t even appear on the list! However we already had everything paid and there after so much mistrust and with the help of a receptionist who was there, super polite and super helpful there we managed to do our activity! The guides who accompanied us were always very helpful, polite and always concerned about the group, I thank the two guides who accompanied us, as well as the boy who was at the reception! As for you and the driver, for the next time you can be more friendly and less suspicious! Stay the tip!
Peti93,Feb 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Of the best experiences of my life without a doubt! Essential to do if you come to Cape Verde, I was totally clear to continue diving and take the course. On top of that I could not have better instructor in the morning Eric for practice, and what to say about my instructor and partner Jorge, just a 12 out of 10, infinite thanks and I recommend paying for the photos and videos to take you that memory forever, apart from that better could not have been, an off-road guy go since it was himself who did it all! Thank you so much for everything and I would repeat it a thousand times more!!



Luc B,Feb 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
Great professionalism and extreme kindness of the teams. They really take the time to explain.
camillepb63,Jan 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
It was really nice. Eric the supervisor is very nice but especially pedagogue, everything is explained very well. To be redone and thank you to the whole team
inespI9593HD,Jan 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
It was a really amazing experience, with the best instructors from Cape Verde for sure. I always felt super safe all the time. Good disposition reigned in this activity!
Zeinab H,Jan 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
I had an amazing time diving and exploring the ocean of Cape verde with the diving team. I highly recommend this activity 😄
Inspire39278445425,Dec 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Great experience, worth every penny. Very professional and friendly. We were in a group of 7. We have spend first half of the day for the training (8:30 to 12-30) to make sure we are prepared for the proper dive in the second half of the day (14:00 - 16:30). Dive (12m) was simply amazing ... plenty of marine life to watch. Thanks to all stuff for this great experience and to Jorge for all amazing photos and videos. Highly recommend ordering photos and videos. We will be definitely coming back.





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