

Best for beginner divers, 5-11m, shore entry, mild current.
Welle is a shore-entry wreck dive located at the Gorée Wrecks off Gorée Island. The site sits at depths between 5 and 11 metres, with an average depth of 8 metres. Conditions vary, with visibility ranging from 5 to 30 metres and mild currents, making it suitable for beginner divers. The wreck provides a structured environment to explore, though divers should exercise caution regarding entanglement, sharp metal edges, and sea urchins. Species recorded around this area include green sea turtles, honeycomb morays, wrasses, groupers, cushion sea stars, round fantail stingrays, scorpionfish, pufferfish, spotfin burrfish, flatworms, fireworms, combers, sea hares, and cornetfish.
14.66660, -17.40070
Watch where you put your hands and feet around the wreck, as sea urchins, sharp metal edges, and encrusted coral all present real contact hazards for less experienced divers. Verify current facility availability before you go, as on-site amenities are not guaranteed.
Access is by boat.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-11m
Visibility
5-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
19-29°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Jul, Oct
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to the shallow depth and mild currents.
The wreck lies at depths between 5 and 11 metres, with an average depth of 8 metres.
Yes, Welle is a shore-entry dive site.
Species recorded around this area include green sea turtles, honeycomb morays, wrasses, groupers, and various invertebrates like sea stars and fireworms.
Divers should be aware of potential entanglement, sea urchins, and sharp coral or metal edges on the wreck.
Diving at Welle in Dakar requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Welle in Dakar. Water temperatures range from 19°C to 29°C.
The best months to visit Welle in Dakar are July and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Welle in Dakar typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Welle in Dakar typically ranges from 5 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.