Scuba Diving in Sal: Submerge into Shipwrecks, Volcanic Caves & Atlantic Wonders

From your very first breath underwater to advanced deep-sea dives-explore Cabo Verdes premier underwater sanctuary with top certified experts

About the Diving Experience

Dive into the crystal-clear waters of the Atlantic Ocean and discover why Sal Island is celebrated as one of Africas top scuba destinations! Whether you are an experienced diver logging your next underwater adventure or an absolute beginner taking your very first breath beneath the surface, our Scuba Diving Excursions & Training Programs offer an unmatched gateway into Cape Verdes vibrant aquatic realm.

Operating out of Sals largest, modern, and most fully equipped certified dive center (Cabo Verde Diving), every excursion prioritizes guest safety, top-grade technical gear, and expert supervision. Explore spectacular underwater topographies-from historic sunken shipwrecks and dramatic volcanic basalt caves to colorful coral reefs teeming with sea turtles, stingrays, nurse sharks, and schooling pelagic fish.

Excursion Options & Pathways

1. Certified Ocean Dives
   • The Experience: Designed for certified divers looking to explore Sal’s famous dive sites, including deep wrecks, cavern systems, and coral gardens.
   • Format: Single or multi-dive packages departing by boat to handpicked underwater spots.
   • Duration: Minimum 2 hours total time per trip.
   • Operator: Cabo Verde Diving.
2. First-Time Scuba
   • No Certification Needed: The ultimate “Try Scuba” experience designed specifically for beginners with zero prior experience.
   • Two-Part Guided Program:
     • Morning Session (08:30 – 11:30): Hotel pick-up, comprehensive safety theory, equipment fitting, and a 60-minute pool skills practice session to build total confidence.
     • Afternoon Session (14:00 – 17:00): Re-group after lunch for your thrilling first ocean dive down to a max depth of 12 meters, accompanied step-by-step by certified instructors.
   • Highlights: Swim past sunken shipwrecks, sea life, and vibrant reefs on your very first day.
3. International Certification Courses
   • Get Certified: Turned your first dive into a lifelong passion? Earn your globally recognized SSI or PADI certification right here in Cabo Verde to dive anywhere in the world. Contact us via WhatsApp for full course options and custom packages.

Essential Tour Details

• Schedule: Daily departures (Morning and afternoon sessions available).
• Duration: Minimum 2 Hours per diving outing (Full-day split program for First Time Divers).
• Minimum Age: 10 years old (Children must be accompanied by a parent or adult guardian).
• What’s Included: Hotel transfers, dive master/instructor guidance, tank & weights (for certified dives), pool session & full equipment (for First-Time Divers).
• Equipment Rental for Certified Divers: €20 / day (full equipment rental set).
• What to Bring: Swimsuit (wear under clothes), beach towel, dry clothes, and certification card/logbook (for certified divers).
• Operator: Partnered with Cabo Verde Diving (Sal’s largest certified dive facility).