

Best for intermediate divers, 20-31m, boat entry, strong current.
Ponta Preta is a reef dive located 4000 metres off the coast of Sal, Cape Verde. The site features a reef structure that drops from 20 to 31 metres. Divers should be prepared for strong currents that can change intensity and direction, requiring solid buoyancy control and drift diving experience. Visibility is consistently 30 metres. Access is by boat only, which allows divers to avoid the surf and sharp rocks found at the shoreline. Water temperatures range from 22 to 25 degrees Celsius throughout the year. Due to the challenging current conditions, this site is suited for intermediate divers.
16.64480, -22.96487
The strong current can change direction and intensity without much warning, so brief carefully with your dive guide before entry and agree on an abort depth. A reef hook is worth packing if you want to hold position and observe the reef without fighting the flow.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
20-31m
Visibility
30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
22-25°C
Current
Strong
Best Time
Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the strong currents and depth range of 20 to 31 metres.
The reef structure at this site ranges between 20 and 31 metres deep.
Ponta Preta requires boat access, as it is located 4000 metres from the shore.
Divers can expect 30-metre visibility and water temperatures between 22 and 25 degrees Celsius, alongside strong currents.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Ponta Preta in Sal. Water temperatures range from 22°C to 25°C.
The best months to visit Ponta Preta in Sal are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, and November. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.