

Best for beginner divers, 9m, boat entry, moderate current.
Panelinha is a marine dive site located in the Mindelo Area of Cape Verde. The site features a consistent depth of approximately 9 metres, making it suitable for beginner divers. Access to the site is by boat. Divers can expect moderate currents and visibility ranging from 20 to 40 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate throughout the year, reaching a low of 23C in the early months and peaking at 27C in September. Dives at this location typically last around 40 minutes.
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The centre recommends a 3 or 5 mm wetsuit from July to November and a 5 or 7 mm suit from December to June.
Dives are conducted using semi-rigid boats with travel times between 10 and 30 minutes from the Mindelo marina.
Recorded at this site
Depth
9m
Visibility
20-40m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
23-27°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
40 min
Best Time
Year-round
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, with an average depth of 9 metres.
The site has a consistent depth of approximately 9 metres.
Panelinha requires boat access.
Water temperatures range from 23C in the winter months to 27C in September.
Diving at Panelinha in Mindelo requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Panelinha in Mindelo. Water temperatures range from 23°C to 27°C.
The best months to visit Panelinha in Mindelo 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.