Santo Antao
Santo Antão is an island out of time, characterised by grandiose and varied landscapes that evoke both surprise and wonder. It is undoubtedly one of the most extraordinary islands in the Cape Verde archipelago, offering probably the most exceptional diving experiences in the region!
The diving holiday of your dreams The journey
Santo Antão is an island out of time, characterised by grandiose and varied landscapes that evoke both surprise and wonder. It is undoubtedly one of the most extraordinary islands in the Cape Verde archipelago, offering probably the most exceptional diving experiences in the region!
Little known in Santo Antão and well kept secret by our centre, the dive sites are simply magnificent and completely unspoilt. They are home to a diverse and abundant wildlife, These include sedentary, migratory and even endemic species. A diving trip to Santo Antão is a must for diving enthusiasts in Cape Verde!
That's why AWATEHA has found you the best accommodation. Whether you stay in a hotel or a guest house, the experience will be just as great. Whether you prefer to stay in a stylish hotel or opt for a more authentic experience in a local guest house, we've got you covered.
Our diving centre to the better equipment and the best team on the island. They will know where to take you according to your level and will always keep you safe. All lessons are taught by qualified, competent and attentive professionals in a a pleasant, relaxed and safe environment. We offer formations, tailored to your objectives and projects.
Are you ready to discover the secrets of Cape Verde seabed ?
Where do we sleep? Accommodation
HOTEL
Just 10 minutes from the charming town of Porto Novo, our hotel offers a breathtaking view of the'São Vicente island. It offers a total of 73 air-conditioned rooms divided into three categories: 58 standard rooms, 12 superior rooms and 3 suites, Each room has a balcony with direct or partial sea views, a minibar and satellite TV.
On the ground floor, you will find a restaurant, a bar with an outdoor terrace, a tennis court, a table tennis table, a petanque area, a superb outdoor swimming pool with sun loungers, and a massage service. Wi-Fi access is also available for your convenience.
Although the beach in front of the hotel is not ideal for swimming, a small black sandy beach in the heart of Porto Novo is perfect for a swim. relaxing day. At the end of the day, local people get together to play volleyball and usually invite you to join in their game.
The hotel also offers a range of activities, including guided mountain walks, cycling, climbing and canyoning. In short, this hotel is an excellent base for your diving trip.
GUESTHOUSE
Located just a 15-minute walk from the diving centre and 2 kilometres from Porto Novo, our guest house The hotel offers 13 air-conditioned rooms overlooking the pool or the sea. These rooms can accommodate 3 to 4 people and are all equipped with satellite TV, a dining area and a shower room. There is also an outdoor swimming pool surrounded by a terrace, and a small black sand beach just 150 metres away. Free Wi-Fi access is also available.
The establishment offers a variety of on-site activities, including hiking, cycling, horse-riding and fishing. To put it simply, our small, timeless establishment is ideal for a relaxing break. relaxing diving trip and a distinctive experience.
Diving side Courses, equipment & spot info
Our diving centre is ideally located next to the hotel swimming pool. The centre is well equipped with high-quality BAUER compressors and offers a recent rental equipment for divers. You will be warmly welcomed by a multilingual team and very professional.
Every day, you'll have the opportunity to two consecutive dives aboard one of the centre's three boats, including two zodiacs and a RIB. These excursions will take you to completely untouched dive sites, offering a variety of underwater features, These include sheer cliffs, plateaux, caves and even a shipwreck whose origin is still a mystery. The choice of dive sites is adapted to the level of divers, Some sites are exposed to currents, while others are located in protected bays.
The marine biodiversity is quite simply extraordinary, creating the illusion of diving into a huge aquarium with visibility of up to 40 metres! You'll have the chance to see over 60 endemic species, but we'll leave that to you... Just be aware that encounters with turtles, manta rays and even whale sharks are not uncommon.
Our diving centre is also the starting point for palm-walking excursions for the more adventurous. non-divers. It offers PADI and SSI courses on request.
Formulas & Rates Choose your formula!
Diving holidays in Santo Antao
- Return economy class flights Paris/Sao Vicente with stopover
- Air taxes and fuel surcharge
- All transfers
- Special GREEN TURTLE package including: 7 nights in a double room, breakfast included, 10 dives with the Green Turtle diving centre, including blocks and weights, a dive guide.
- Hotel taxes and services
- ASSUREVER repatriation-assistance insurance (including hyperbaric chamber costs)
- 1 per person donated to Sharks Mission France (SMF) to help protect sharks
8 days / 7 nights
When to leave? The perfect months
Humpback whales come out from January to April
Turtles emerge from May to September
Manta rays emerge from November to March
Our advice 360° Travel's impressions
Cape Verde has a lot to offer when it comes to diving. With a choice of accommodation and our dive centre nearby, this offer created by AWATEHA could be the one that suits you best!
You'll like :
- Cape Verde's pristine seabed
- The atmosphere at our dive centre
- Choice of accommodation
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