This dive site offers a tranquil diving experience, shielded from strong currents and consistently teeming with marine life. It's an excellent location for introductory dives and is well-suited for those beginning their scuba training journey. The sheltered conditions make it ideal for gaining confidence in the water.
Fateixa - São Vicente, Cabo Verde
Sheltered, beginner-friendly dive with abundant marine life.
Boat Access
12m Avg Depth
20m Max Depth
About this dive site
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Site Ratings
Big Marine Life Good
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Good
Water Visibility Very Good Viz
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Plan Your Visit
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Marine Life
Blue-Barred Parrotfish
Surgeonfish
Snowflake Moray
Stingray
Pufferfish
Sea Turtle
White Grunt
Trumpetfish
Things to Note
Difficulty:
beginner
Sheltered conditions with mild currents, making it ideal for training.
Hazards:
boat traffic
Current Strength:
Mild
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