Discover the fascinating underwater world of Santo Antão Island with the Green Turtle Diving Centre.
About the Dive Centre
The Green Turtle Diving Centre has been located on Santo Antão Island since 2014 and was previously known as Blue Eden Dive Centre. The new name and logo were chosen to emphasise the importance of turtles to the Cape Verdean archipelago, as Santo Antão is one of the many islands where turtles nest.
Basic Information on Diving
The waters around Santo Antão offer ideal conditions for divers: clear visibility of over 25 metres, water temperatures between 23°C and 28°C, and rich marine biodiversity. Frequently sighted species include wahoo, skipjack tuna, common dolphin, various types of bass, moray eels, and different species of rays. Migratory species such as tuna, dolphins, sperm whales, orcas, and whales can also appear seasonally.
Encounters with Turtles
A special highlight of the Green Turtle Diving Centre is the regular encounters with turtles. These majestic animals are not only a symbol of the Cape Verdean archipelago but also a fascinating experience for divers and snorkelers. The centre offers tours where guests have the opportunity to observe these animals in their natural habitat.
Shark Encounters While Diving
At the Green Turtle Diving Centre, divers have the opportunity to observe Atlantic nurse sharks (Nurse Sharks) throughout the year. Rare sightings have also included guitar sharks, blacktip sharks, smooth-hound sharks (Mustelus spp.), whale sharks (Rhincodon typus), and lemon sharks. However, these species are very rare and difficult to find, as they usually stay in open waters and do not regularly visit the usual dive sites of day trips. Encounters with them are therefore considered a special highlight for experienced divers.
