

Best for beginner divers, 5-16m, boat entry, mild current.
Ponta do Pesqueiro Preto is a reef dive located off Porto Novo, Santo Antao, Cape Verde. The site features a reef structure that allows for exploration at depths between 5 and 16 metres. Visibility at this location ranges from 15 to 30 metres, with water temperatures varying from 22 to 27 degrees Celsius throughout the year. Access to the site is by boat only. While currents are generally mild, the area can experience pockets of stronger flow and surface surf. Guided tours, equipment rental, and air fills are available to support divers. Beginners should follow guide instructions closely, particularly during boat entry and descent, to manage surface conditions effectively.
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Entry from the boat is the main challenge here: a shore break can make conditions at the surface rougher than the dive itself, so follow your guide's timing and descend promptly once clear of the surf zone. Although current is generally mild, pockets of stronger flow can appear, making a guided dive a sensible choice for less experienced visitors.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
5-16m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
22-27°C
Current
Mild
Yes, the site is considered beginner-friendly, though the presence of potential surf and variable currents makes a guided dive recommended for those with less experience.
The reef structure at this site reaches depths between 5 and 16 metres.
Boat access is required to reach this site, as shore entry is complicated by surf conditions.
Water temperatures range from 22 to 27 degrees Celsius, with the warmest conditions occurring in September and October.
Diving at Ponta do Pesqueiro Preto in Porto Novo requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Ponta do Pesqueiro Preto in Porto Novo. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Ponta do Pesqueiro Preto in Porto Novo. Water temperatures range from 22°C to 27°C.