

Best for beginner divers, 8-19m, boat entry, mild current.
Aquário is a wall dive located off the coast of Sao Pedro, Cape Verde. The site features vertical relief ranging from 8 to 19 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres. It is suitable for beginner divers, though boat access is required as the site lies 1000 metres from the shore. Visibility is high, typically between 20 and 40 metres. Water temperatures range from 23 to 27 degrees Celsius throughout the year. While currents are generally mild, they can become strong, so divers should monitor conditions closely and coordinate with a local dive shop for boat transport.
16.86200, -25.07050
Book through the local dive shop, as this is a boat-access-only site with no shore entry option. Despite the mild average current, conditions can shift quickly, so confirm the forecast with your operator on the morning of your dive.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
8-19m
Visibility
20-40m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
23-27°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Yes, the site is suitable for newly certified open-water divers, with depths ranging from 8 to 19 metres.
This is a boat-access-only site located 1000 metres from the shore, requiring arrangements through a local dive shop.
The wall ranges from 8 to 19 metres deep, with an average depth of 12 metres.
While currents are usually mild, strong surges can develop, so divers should monitor conditions throughout the dive.
Diving at Aquário in São Vicente requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Aquário in São Vicente. Water temperatures range from 23°C to 27°C.
Aquário in São Vicente typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Aquário in São Vicente typically ranges from 20 metres to 40 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.