

Best for intermediate divers, Up to 27m, boat entry, moderate current.
Gouye Top is a wreck dive located off Soumbédioune, Senegal. The site reaches a maximum depth of 27 metres, requiring intermediate skill levels and strict buoyancy control. Access is by boat only, and divers should be prepared for moderate currents. Visibility at the site is variable, making it essential to check conditions before diving. The wreck structure provides relief and shelter on the seabed. Due to the depth and potential for entanglement, divers should carry a surface marker buoy and monitor their nitrogen levels closely. Water temperatures fluctuate between 18C and 27C throughout the year.
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The centre requires a check dive or Scuba Skill Update in the Baie de N'Gor for divers new to the centre due to the sometimes engaged conditions.
Access is via boat from the centres at N'Gor or Soumbédioune.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 27m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
18-27°C
Current
Moderate
Best Time
May, Jun, Oct, Nov
Species recorded around this area include Green Sea Turtles, Honeycomb Morays, wrasses, groupers, pufferfish, flatworms, Cushion Sea Stars, Round Fantail Stingrays, scorpionfish, combers, hermit crabs, sea hares, lizardfish, and sergeants.
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers due to the 27-metre depth, moderate currents, and the nature of the wreck structure.
The wreck reaches a maximum depth of 27 metres.
Gouye Top is a boat-only dive site.
The main hazards include the significant depth, risk of entanglement within the wreck, and nitrogen narcosis. Divers must maintain strict buoyancy control and monitor moderate currents.
Diving at Gouye Top in Dakar requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Gouye Top in Dakar. Water temperatures range from 18°C to 27°C.
The best months to visit Gouye Top in Dakar are May, June, October, and November. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at Gouye Top in Dakar. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.