Dive-site story
Positioned off the southwest coast of Sal Island, Ponta Preta Deep features rugged volcanic topography characterized by steep drop-offs, overhangs, and natural basalt shelves. Atlantic swells regularly sweep past the point, attracting pelagic predators while sheltering bottom-dwelling species under rock ledges.
Volcanic shelves and stepped basalt formations hosting sleeping nurse sharks
Frequent flybys of oceanic jacks and schooling barracuda in the blue
Caves and recessed crevices sheltering large morays and spiny lobsters
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Winds ease during summer and autumn, which generally brings calmer sea conditions and warmer water.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nurse SharkGinglymostoma cirratum | Common | ||||||||||||
| Green Sea TurtleChelonia mydas | Common | ||||||||||||
| Roughtail StingrayBathytoshia centroura | Common | ||||||||||||
| Guinean AmberjackSeriola carpenteri | Common | ||||||||||||
| Blacktail MorayGymnothorax nigromarginatus | Common |
Marine forecast
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