This dive site, Canjana, is located in a sheltered bay 11.3km from Porto Grande, Cabo Verde, offering calm and drift-style diving conditions. The relatively shallow maximum depth of 17 meters makes it accessible to divers of all levels, though boat access is necessary. The site is characterized by a pinnacle reaching depths of 17-19 meters, offering a variety of underwater topography.
Canjana
Calm drift dive with abundant marine life
Boat Access
8m Avg Depth
17m Max Depth
About this dive site
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Site Ratings
Big Marine Life Good
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Very Good
Water Visibility Very Good Viz
Plan Your Visit
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Marine Life
Fish
Turtle
Reef Manta Ray
Ray
Frogfish
Amberjack
Nudibranch
Things to Note
Difficulty:
Beginner
Maximum depth of 17 meters, sheltered bay
Current Strength:
Mild
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