

Best for intermediate divers, 10-30m, shore entry, strong current.
Sal Wall is a shore-entry site off Sal, Cape Verde, offering a combination of reef, wall, and drift diving. The site features depths ranging from 10 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres. Visibility varies significantly, spanning 10 to 40 metres. Strong currents are a defining characteristic, necessitating solid buoyancy control and situational awareness. Divers must navigate a shore break during entry, making it essential to assess surf conditions before proceeding. Due to the challenging current and surge, guided tours are recommended to identify the most productive entry windows. Water temperatures remain between 22 and 26 degrees Celsius throughout the year.
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Go with a guided tour on your first visit: a local guide will read the current timing and steer you toward the most productive entry window, which matters considerably on a site where the surge at shore can change quickly.
Dive sites are located up to 25 minutes by boat from the base.
Recorded at this site
Depth
10-30m
Visibility
10-40m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
22-26°C
Current
Strong
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Year-round
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers due to the strong currents and challenging shore entry.
The site ranges from 10 to 30 metres in depth, with an average depth of 20 metres.
Sal Wall is a shore-entry dive located 1000 metres from the coast.
The site presents hazards including strong currents, surf, and sharp coral and rocks. Divers should maintain buoyancy to avoid contact with the reef structure.
Yes, local facilities provide air fills, equipment rental, and guided tours.
Diving at Sal Wall in Santa Maria requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
The best months to visit Sal Wall in Santa Maria are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Sal Wall in Santa Maria can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.
Visibility at Sal Wall in Santa Maria typically ranges from 10 metres to 40 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.