

Best for intermediate divers, 8-31m, boat entry, moderate current.
The Sal Wreck is a diverse boat dive located 1000 metres offshore in Sal, Cape Verde. This site features a combination of reef, wall, drop-off, cave, and wreck topography. Divers can explore depths ranging from 8 to 31 metres, with an average depth of 18 metres. Conditions are variable, with visibility between 5 and 30 metres and moderate currents that can accelerate near the wall and drop-off. Due to the depth and current, this site is suited for intermediate divers. Divers should monitor their time at depth to manage cold stress, as water temperatures range from 22 to 25 degrees Celsius.
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Current can accelerate sharply around the wall and drop-off, so plan your dive to work into the current on the way out and ride it back. Confirm conditions with the boat operator before descending, as visibility and current strength can change significantly between the surface and depth.
Access is via boat, with most dive sites located a maximum of 25 minutes from the base.
Recorded at this site
Depth
8-31m
Visibility
5-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
22-25°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Oct, Nov, Dec
The site ranges from 8 to 31 metres, with an average depth of 18 metres.
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers due to the combination of depth, potential for strong currents, and varied visibility.
Access to the Sal Wreck is by boat only.
This is a dive site with an average depth of 18 metres and a maximum depth of 31 metres, making it unsuitable for snorkelling.
Hazards include sharks, sharp coral, and moderate currents that can accelerate near the wall and drop-off. Divers should also be aware of potential cold stress.
Diving at Sal Wreck (31m) in Santa Maria requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Sal Wreck (31m) in Santa Maria. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Sal Wreck (31m) in Santa Maria. Water temperatures range from 22°C to 25°C.
The best months to visit Sal Wreck (31m) in Santa Maria are January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at Sal Wreck (31m) in Santa Maria. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Sal Wreck (31m) in Santa Maria typically ranges from 5 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.