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Fateja
São Vicente drift dive with turtles, frogs, and a rocky wall.
Local operator required
Usually arranged through Dive Tribe or another Mindelo boat operator.
Rock and sand route to a wall with a cavity underneath, best for divers who like current, navigation landmarks, and steady drift timing.
About Fateja
Fateja is a boat-access São Vicente drift dive built around a rocky track that runs to a wall with a cavity underneath. The route follows a sandy gorge and rewards divers who enjoy movement through current rather than a static reef stop. Schools of fish, green turtles, catfish, frogfish, and nudibranchs make it a good choice for patient divers who want structure, drift timing, and a clean turn on the wall. The site feels more like a working drift line than a cruise, so teams need to stay close together and plan the exit before the current carries them past the wall.
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Research Estimate At Fateja
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
AccessModerate entry effort
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
CurrentStrong current
Where Is Fateja?
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Fateja Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
0m - 22m
Depth Note
Mostly a drift route through sand to a wall with a cavity underneath, reaching about 22 m.
Best Season
July and August
Typical Conditions
Mostly drift style, with rocks on the right, a wall with a cavity underneath, and a sandy gorge route to around 22 m.
Safety & Access At Fateja
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Strong currentOverhead environment
Safety Notes
Treat it as a drift dive and keep the team tight once you reach the wall cavity and the sandy gorge.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; drift planning depends on wind and current.
Local Intel For Fateja
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Drift route along rocks and sand to a wall with a cavity underneath.
Wildlife at Fateja
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Recent Logged Visits At Fateja
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Fateja
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