

Best for beginner divers, 6-20m, boat entry, mild current.
Parede do Tarrafal is a wall dive located off the Western Coast of Cape Verde. The site features a wall that drops from 6 to 20 metres, offering a profile suitable for beginner divers. Conditions are generally mild, though visibility can be variable, making a guided tour recommended for your first visit. The water temperature ranges from 23C to 28C throughout the year. Boat traffic is present in the area, so divers should remain aware during ascents and use a surface marker buoy. The site is accessible by boat and supports night diving, which allows for observation of the wall's reef life.
16.96270, -25.31280
Book a guided tour through the local dive shop before your first descent, as guide familiarity with the wall layout pays off when visibility is on the lower end. Watch for passing boat traffic during your safety stop and keep your surface marker buoy ready when ascending.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
6-20m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
23-28°C
Current
Mild
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners as the wall depth ranges from 6 to 20 metres and current is generally mild.
Access to Parede do Tarrafal is by boat only.
The wall drops from approximately 6 to 20 metres.
Divers should be aware of boat traffic in the area and are advised to use a surface marker buoy during ascents.
Yes, night diving is supported at this site.
Diving at Parede do Tarrafal in Tarrafal de Monte Trigo requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Parede do Tarrafal in Tarrafal de Monte Trigo. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Parede do Tarrafal in Tarrafal de Monte Trigo. Water temperatures range from 23°C to 28°C.
Parede do Tarrafal in Tarrafal de Monte Trigo typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.