What level of diving experience is required for São Macário?

São Macário is rated advanced with depths of ≤ 15 m. A PADI Open Water certification or equivalent is the minimum recommended, with PADI Advanced Open Water strongly recommended for this site.

What marine life can you see at São Macário?

At São Macário, divers commonly encounter: manta rays, whale sharks, hammerhead sharks, tuna, barracudas, octopus.

Where is São Macário located?

São Macário is located in Cape Verde, in the Cape Verde region (coordinates: 16.8827, -25.0176).

São Macário Diving - Cape Verde, Cape Verde

São Macário is an advanced dive to 15 meters off São Vicente island in Cape Verde. This volcanic reef site features rugged Atlantic rock formations with caves, tunnels, and dramatic overhangs created by centuries of wave erosion. Despite the moderate depth, strong currents and surge make this a challenging dive requiring advanced skills. The reef hosts large resident moray eels, groupers, and octopuses, while schools of Creole wrasses and Atlantic damselfish add color. The geological complexity and current-driven marine life make São Macário an exciting site that captures the wild Atlantic character of Cape Verde's underwater landscape.