

Best for beginner divers, 20-30m, boat entry, mild current.
Raba Cissé is a wall and reef site located 1000 metres off the Almadies Reefs. The site features a wall dropping to depths between 20 and 30 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres. Access is by boat only, and the site is suitable for beginners. Visibility is variable, ranging from 5 to 30 metres, and currents are generally mild. Water temperatures fluctuate between 18 and 26 degrees Celsius, so a wetsuit is recommended. Species recorded around this area include moray eels, wrasses, scorpionfish, stingrays, and groupers. Divers should monitor surface conditions for surge and swell, and be aware of potential thermoclines at depth.
14.75540, -17.53390
The shore break at the entry point can catch you off guard, so confirm sea state with your boat operator before committing to the dive. Bring a wetsuit that covers the cooler end of the temperature range, around 18 degrees Celsius, as thermoclines can drop the temperature quickly on the deeper sections of the wall.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
20-30m
Visibility
5-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
18-26°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Species recorded around this area include viper, honeycomb, and purplemouth morays, wrasses, scorpionfish, round fantail stingrays, and various groupers.
Yes, Raba Cissé is rated as suitable for beginner divers.
The reef and wall structure extends to depths of 20 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres.
Raba Cissé is located 1000 metres from shore and requires boat access.
The site is primarily a dive location with depths reaching 30 metres, and it is not specifically described as a snorkelling site.
Diving at Raba Cissé in Dakar requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Raba Cissé in Dakar. Water temperatures range from 18°C to 26°C.
Raba Cissé in Dakar typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Raba Cissé in Dakar typically ranges from 5 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.