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Champignon

Easy shallow reef off Sal for all levels.

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Boat access and the short run from Sal make a local operator the practical way to dive Champignon.

Short boat dive from Sal with a sandy bottom, shallow relief, and a mushroom-shaped overhang that suits beginners and snorkelers.

About Champignon

Champignon is a boat-only shallow reef off Sal with a sandy bottom, a long reef, and a mushroom-shaped overhang that makes the site easy to read underwater. It is a relaxed, beginner-friendly dive for scuba or snorkeling, with turtles, rays, nurse sharks, octopus, lobsters, crabs, nudibranchs, and pufferfish around the overhang. Plan it for calm-water days if you want the clearest, most comfortable experience.

Research Estimate At Champignon

Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.

VisibilityVisibility: 30m
AccessSimple entry
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
CurrentNo current
SurgeFlat calm

Where Is Champignon?

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Champignon Planning Details

Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.

Reported Depth

Up to 12m

Depth Note

Maximum depth reported as 12 m.

Best Season

Throughout the year.

Typical Conditions

Relaxed conditions year-round with a shallow profile and an easy reef over sand.

Safety & Access At Champignon

Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.

Key Hazards

Overhead environment

Safety Notes

The site includes a low overhang; maintain good buoyancy control and avoid disturbing marine life sheltering beneath it.

Access Restrictions

Boat access only; beginner-friendly and suitable for all levels in calm conditions.

Local Intel For Champignon

Community notes to help plan your visit.

Scuba Diving

Easy shallow boat dive with a long reef and overhang, ideal for relaxed exploration.

Freediving

A workable shallow freedive option when the sea is calm and conditions are comfortable.

Snorkeling

Good for calm-day snorkeling around the shallow reef and overhang.

Champignon Dive Conditions Planner

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Exposure Profile at Champignon

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Recent Logged Visits At Champignon

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Dive Spot Log Averages At Champignon

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Avg. Visibility30m
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Champignon Guide - Frequently Asked Questions

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Champignon Guide - Sources and Updates

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Research Sources

Primary operator page for Champignon with depth, difficulty, and marine-life details.

Cape Verde travel guide with clear-water and general island diving context.

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