

Best for advanced divers, 25-65m, boat entry, mild current.
Cavala is an advanced dive site located 1000 metres off the coast of Sal, Cape Verde. The topography consists of a reef, wall, and cavern system that descends from 25 metres to depths exceeding 65 metres. Divers experience visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres and mild currents. Due to the significant depth and potential for surge, this site requires boat access and is suitable only for advanced divers. Water temperatures fluctuate between 20 and 24 degrees Celsius throughout the year. Divers should plan bottom times carefully to manage no-decompression limits and remain aware of surroundings to avoid entanglement.
16.57418, -22.92028
Book your boat charter in advance through a local dive shop, as they will assess conditions on the day and advise on the safest entry points given any swell or surge. Plan your bottom time carefully before you descend: the depth here eats through no-decompression limits faster than divers expect.
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Depth
25-65m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
20-24°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
30 min
No, this site is intended for advanced divers only due to the significant depth and potential for surge.
The site features a reef, wall, and cavern system that drops from 25 metres to well beyond 65 metres.
Boat entry is mandatory for this site, which is located 1000 metres from the shore.
Visibility ranges from 10 to 30 metres with mild currents, though surge and swell can occur at entry points.
Maintain awareness of your surroundings to manage entanglement risks and plan bottom times carefully, as the depth consumes no-decompression limits quickly.
Diving at Cavala in Santa Maria requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Cavala in Santa Maria. Water temperatures range from 20°C to 24°C.