

Best for beginner divers, Up to 18m, boat entry, mild current.
Ponta Ribeirinha is a dynamic reef located off Sao Pedro, Cape Verde. This site offers an accessible dive experience suitable for beginners, with depths reaching up to 18 metres. Divers can expect mild currents and visibility ranging from 15 to 30 metres. Access to the site is by boat, and divers should remain aware of boat traffic in the area. Species recorded around this area include wrasses, pufferfish, honeycomb moray, goldentail moray, scorpionfish, trumpetfish, arrow crab, Turkish wrasse, spotfin burrfish, European parrotfish, scrawled filefish, cushion sea star, frogfish, and flying gurnard. Water temperatures at the site fluctuate between 23C and 27C throughout the year.
16.88357, -25.04711
Currents can be tricky but the marine life makes it worth it.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 18m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
23-27°C
Current
Mild
Species recorded around this area include wrasses, honeycomb moray, scorpionfish, trumpetfish, arrow crab, European parrotfish, and frogfish.
Yes, this is considered an easy and relaxed dive site suitable for beginners.
The site reaches a maximum depth of 18 metres.
Ponta Ribeirinha requires boat access.
Divers can expect mild currents and visibility between 15 and 30 metres, with water temperatures ranging from 23C to 27C.
Diving at Ponta Ribeirinha in Mindelo requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Ponta Ribeirinha in Mindelo. Water temperatures range from 23°C to 27°C.
Divers at Ponta Ribeirinha in Mindelo should be aware of sharks. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.