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10 Best Snorkeling & Diving In Cape Verde

Cape Verde's classics.

The 10 snorkeling & diving travellers book most, with what each one is actually like, who runs it and what it costs.

10 Best Snorkeling & Diving In Cape Verde

Santa Maria: Guided Snorkeling and Reef Tour

Santa Maria: Guided Snorkeling and Reef Tour - The Zodiac Rib boat ride: fun, quick, and wet inside

1.Santa Maria: Guided Snorkeling and Reef Tour

Most Popular★ 4.2

Guided snorkeling from Santa Maria, Sal in Cape Verde. Swim reefs near Farol and the Bolama wreck for rays, turtles, and reef fish.

“It was my first time snorkelling and I was quite nervous but Adi, the guide, was friendly and reassuring throughout. When I had an issue with my mask, he swam over instantly to fix it and gave me tips on how to swim with the flippers. We saw multiple turtles and lots of different types…”

809 reviews2 hoursFrom $44by Cabo Verde Diving

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Half-Day Diving in Sal

Half-Day Diving in Sal - What you’ll actually see: volcanic walls, caves, and wrecks

3.Half-Day Diving in Sal

★ 5.0

Small-group scuba in Sal with hotel pickup, tanks and weights included, plus volcanic walls, caves, and shipwrecks.

“This trip was the worst diving experience I've ever had in over 20 years. I went with my 13 year old son. The sea was really rough and as we got to the dive site I felt really sick. The woman leading our dive seemed to have it in for me from the staRead more”

135 reviewsFrom $109.34by cabo verde diving

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Boa Vista: Beautiful Beaches, Turtles & Djeu Island Snorkel

Boa Vista: Beautiful Beaches, Turtles & Djeu Island Snorkel - Duque de Bragança fort + uninhabited island exploring

5.Boa Vista: Beautiful Beaches, Turtles & Djeu Island Snorkel

★ 4.6

Full-day Boa Vista tour with calm Djeu Island snorkeling, turtles and baby sharks, Santa Monica beach stops, caves, and sandboarding.

“Had an amazing day out with Veronique! From start to finish, she couldn't do enough. I did the trip alone after my friend became sick and couldn't go, but Veronique made sure I was well looked after whilst also given my own space too. Every element of the excursion was fantastic and the scenery whilst…”

100 reviews7 hoursFrom $100by Gil Taxi & Tours Boa Vista

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Santa Maria: Discover Scuba Diving

Santa Maria: Discover Scuba Diving - The Half-Morning Pool Session (8:30–11:30) at Bikini Beach

6.Santa Maria: Discover Scuba Diving

★ 4.9

Learn first-time scuba basics in a pool, then explore Cape Verde wrecks and marine life from Sal on a small-group day trip.

“Myself and my daughter did the beginners diving course. The explanation and attention to detail our amazing instructor put in was second to none (didn’t catch her name, blonde lady!) . Once out in the ocean; I panicked and she still took my 12 year old daughter down and held her hand the whole time…”

81 reviews1 dayFrom $135by Cabo Verde Diving

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From Mindelo: Snorkel and Swim with Sea Turtles

From Mindelo: Snorkel and Swim with Sea Turtles - The briefing that actually matters: safety first, fun second

7.From Mindelo: Snorkel and Swim with Sea Turtles

★ 4.7

Snorkel near São Vicente’s S. Pedro beach with sea turtles on a small-group boat trip, with safety-led guidance and gear provided for $68.

“We highly recommend this tour! 💯👍 A very smart driver picked us up at our hotel in Mindelo. We drove approx. 15 minutes to the beach in Sao Petro. Diego, our tour guide was already there and started immediately to prepare the boot. He gave us security instructions also life jackets. My wife stayed in…”

58 reviews1 hourFrom $68by Kapverden Tours

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Boa Vista Reef Snorkeling in Gatas Bay / Aperitif with Locals

Boa Vista Reef Snorkeling in Gatas Bay / Aperitif with Locals - Safety briefing and marine protection: a small start with real impact

Double Diving in Sal Island – Half Day

Double Diving in Sal Island - Half Day - Two Sessions, Two Different Kinds of Underwater Viewing

9.Double Diving in Sal Island – Half Day

★ 5.0

Two morning scuba sessions around Sal Island with hotel pickup, small groups, included gear basics, and instructor-led sites for certified divers.

“This was the best tri ever great teachers good company and a fantastic dive experience recommend a must do on everyone list my thanks to the instructor 100% safe and secure training good clean equipment and best ever time well done all”

38 reviewsFrom $104.68by Santa Maria Dive Center

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São Vicente: Snorkel Experience with Sea Turtle


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