

Best for advanced divers, Up to 32m, boat entry, moderate current.
Cargo is a wreck dive located off Gorée Island, Senegal, reaching depths of 32 metres. This advanced site requires boat access and features an overhead environment that presents risks of entanglement and low visibility. Divers should be prepared for moderate currents that can strengthen unpredictably. Visibility fluctuates significantly between 5 and 30 metres, and a dive torch is essential for exploring the wreck interior. Water temperatures vary from 17C to 26C throughout the year, necessitating careful thermal protection. Due to the depth, overhead structures, and potential for strong currents, this site is suited for experienced divers. Always confirm current conditions with your boat crew before entering the water.
14.64500, -17.38070
Visibility and current here are genuinely variable, so brief thoroughly with your guide before descending and confirm a turn-around depth in advance. A dive torch is essential inside the wreck regardless of surface conditions.
Access is provided by boat from the Nautilus Diving centres in N’Gor or Soumbédioune.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
Up to 32m
Visibility
5-30m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
17-26°C
Current
Moderate
Best Time
May, Jun, Oct, Nov
No, this is an advanced dive site due to the depth of 32 metres, overhead wreck environment, and potential for strong currents.
The site reaches a maximum depth of 32 metres.
Boat access is required to reach the Cargo wreck.
Hazards include the depth, potential for entanglement, overhead environments, strong currents, and low visibility.
No, this is an advanced wreck dive site with depths reaching 32 metres, making it unsuitable for snorkelling.
Diving at Cargo in Dakar requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Cargo in Dakar. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Cargo in Dakar. Water temperatures range from 17°C to 26°C.
The best months to visit Cargo in Dakar are May, June, October, and November. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at Cargo in Dakar. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Cargo in Dakar typically ranges from 5 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.