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Eco Dive School

The Eco Dive School on the island of Sal offers divers of all experience levels exciting underwater experiences.

General

It is considered one of the leading dive centers on Sal, Cape Verde, and emphasizes sustainability and the protection of the marine environment. The center offers courses and guided dives for beginners as well as experienced divers. In addition, try dives and certified courses such as PADI and SSI are offered.

Diving Experience

The waters around Sal are characterized by clear water, pleasant temperatures, and a diverse underwater world. Divers can discover colorful coral reefs, schools of fish, and wrecks. The center ensures safe dives and guides guests through various dive sites, tailored to experience level and interests.

Special Encounters With Sharks

A prominent feature of the Eco Dive School is the regular sightings of the Atlantic Nurse Shark (Ginglymostoma cirratum). These sharks are considered peaceful and curious. They often rest on the sea floor or search for food without posing a danger to divers.

With a length of up to 2.5 meters and distinctive barbels on their snouts, they are easy to recognize. Sightings of nurse sharks are considered a special highlight for visitors, as they offer the opportunity to observe these animals in their natural habitat.

The Eco Dive School Cabo Verde offers such a varied and safe diving experience that delights both nature and marine enthusiasts alike.

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Atlantic Nurse Shark

Dive center information

    Languages: DE, EN

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    Praia Antonio Sousa, C.P. 182
    Santa Maria 4111
    two Atlantic nurse sharks (Ginglymostoma cirratum) lying on rocks

    Atlantic Nurse Shark

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