

Best for beginner divers, 5-11m, boat entry, mild current.
Gorée Aquarium is a marine site located 3200 metres from shore, featuring a combination of natural reef and artificial structures. Depths range from 5 to 11 metres, making it suitable for beginner divers. The site experiences mild currents and variable visibility, so checking conditions before departure is recommended. Access is by boat only. Water temperatures fluctuate between 19C and 29C throughout the year, requiring appropriate thermal protection. Night diving is permitted. Divers should be cautious of boat traffic, entanglement risks, jellyfish, sea urchins, and sharp coral when navigating the reef structures.
14.66420, -17.39930
Check visibility conditions before heading out, as it can vary considerably and a poor-visibility day will significantly reduce the experience at this site. Watch where you put your hands and fins around the reef structures, as sharp coral, rocks, and sea urchins are present throughout.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
5-11m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
19-29°C
Current
Mild
Species recorded around this area include green sea turtles, honeycomb morays, groupers, wrasses, scorpionfish, pufferfish, spotfin burrfish, cushion sea stars, round fantail stingrays, flatworms, grunts, sea hares, hermit crabs, and lizardfish.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginner divers due to the shallow depths of 5 to 11 metres and mild currents.
The depth at Gorée Aquarium ranges from 5 to 11 metres.
This is a boat-only dive site located 3200 metres from the shore.
Divers should be aware of boat traffic, entanglement, jellyfish, sea urchins, and sharp coral.
Diving at Gorée aquarium in Dakar requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Gorée aquarium in Dakar. Water temperatures range from 19°C to 29°C.
Gorée aquarium in Dakar typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.