Half-Day Diving in Sal

Overview

Available languages

German

Portuguese

English

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Spanish

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4 hours

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To dive in Cape Verde means discovering a uniquely diverse mix of tropical and Mediterranean marine life. You may find shoals of fish in open water or sheltering in coral covered undercuts in volcanic walls alongside raiser lazily hovering in and around local wrecks. The underwater world of Cape Verde can satisfy the more demanding divers with caves, deep walls and wrecks and the tremendous abundance and variety of marine life.

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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. 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

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Diving tanks, weights and belt

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Professional guide

Food and drinks

Gratuities

Diving equipment

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

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What To Expect

You'll be picked up from your hotel in Sal and you will meet your instructor around 8:30 am at the dive center and return to base around 1 pm after 2 dives with 2 different tanks (12lt or 15lt) (2 dives - 1st ranging from 18 to 35m depending on dive spot and 2nd shallow max 18m). You'll be accompanied by up to five or six other divers with one guide as necessary depending on level of diver's experience. The dive usually lasts around 40-60 min. Hotel transfers are provided as a courtesy and are free of charge if the distance to our dive center is more than 10 minutes walking. Enjoy a family environment, where all the divers are considered friends. You will share the most beautiful underwater moments in Cape Verde. Everything will be provided with the highest regard for personal safety standards. Respect for the environment and a commitment to the local communities where the tour operates is of prime importance for the team always! Equipment rental is not included - EXTRA 20€ to pay at the dive center.

Options

Half-Day Diving in Sal

Pickup included

Reviews

4.81

144 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

131

To repeat!
esdope,
Sep 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Super recommended experience! Me and my husband wanted to do the baptism and doing it in Sal was a success! The morning at the pool we practiced with Eric (he explained everything super well calmly and always with a smile). In the afternoon they split the group to go more comfortable and we went with Santi (another crack) made everything super easy and with good vibes included! Mention that the two instructors super attentive to us. We just received the pictures and videos that Jorge made us, it is worth paying for because apart from being cute he is super nice! If we return we will repeat with them without doubt!
Fantastic Dive with Cabo Verde Diving
EKTravellerDave,
Aug 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
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
Spectacular
lolaj379,
Aug 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I never thought I'd have such a good time. I had high expectations but I certainly surpass them... my congratulations to the whole team, they have a good rust and infinite patience. Our Santi monitor explains everything phenomenal and is a dpm guy. Thanks because thanks to you I fell in love with the sea a little more!! We'll be back.
Experience 10
W2067UUlaurap,
Aug 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
An amazing experience, the team of monitors is great; in the pool Eric explained everything very well, step by step, making sure everything was clear. At sea the monitors were watching us 👌🏻 at all times, they helped and calmed us. Jorge the photographer transmits very good vibes and many photons! We would repeat with our eyes closed! Thanks team!
Breathtaking
Excursion52792084525,
Aug 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great experience for a first dive, the guide was at the top and so were the attendants! We leave with nice memories!
Fabulous experience and highly recommended.
SUSAN M,
Jul 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
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!
Baptism and immersion of 10!
luisgT9499GI,
Jul 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Very friendly, very professional people. We took a baptism and scuba diving course, and they're super patient and explain everything you need to do a safe activity very well. The dive was amazing, a memory not to be forgotten, highly recommended.
Spectacular
Ricardo A,
Jun 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Always wanted to experience diving And the experience was spectacular All team of Cape Verde diving, salt island It was quite attentive and professional, always attentive to the safety of everyone, but at the same time to provide unique and unforgettable moments
Baptism in the diving 5 stars
Mobile09985624512,
Jun 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Fantastic experience I did the baptism in the diving with a wonderful team always attentive and always felt safe the Santi was tireless throughout the process I recommend this team and if I come back one day I will repeat the experience.
Excellent and friendly dive school
Peter L,
Apr 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
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.