

Best for intermediate divers, 14-30m, boat entry, moderate current.
Pontinha is a marine dive site located 1000 metres off the coast of Sal, Cape Verde. The site features a wall and reef topography suitable for intermediate divers. Dives are conducted via boat, with depths ranging from 14 to 30 metres and an average depth of 22 metres. Conditions vary, with visibility between 5 and 25 metres and moderate currents. Strong currents represent a potential hazard at this location. Typical dives last approximately 45 minutes, and the site is accessible for night diving. Water temperatures fluctuate between 22C and 25C throughout the year.
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Position yourself downcurrent from turtle feeding areas and remain motionless to avoid triggering a flight response in juveniles.
Access is by boat.
Recorded at this site
Depth
14-30m
Visibility
5-25m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
22-25°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug
No, this site is classified for intermediate divers due to the wall and reef topography and the presence of moderate to strong currents.
The depth at Pontinha ranges from 14 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 22 metres.
Boat access is required to reach this site, which is located 1000 metres from the shore.
This site is designated for diving activities and requires boat access, with depths starting at 14 metres.
Water temperatures range from 22C in February and March to 25C in October and November.
Diving at Pontinha in Santa Maria requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Pontinha in Santa Maria. Water temperatures range from 22°C to 25°C.
The best months to visit Pontinha in Santa Maria are April, May, June, July, and August. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.