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Ilhéu das Cabras
Sheltered São Tomé islet for easy dives
Boat-based São Tomé islet dive with shallow, protected conditions and simple terrain that suits try dives and newer divers.
About Ilhéu das Cabras
Ilhéu das Cabras is São Tomé’s sheltered islet dive, with a sandy bottom, weed patches, and rocky edges that make it an easy place to get in the water. Divers and snorkelers come for calm conditions, close boat access, and a simple tropical site that stays relaxed rather than exposed. It suits try dives and newer divers best, with enough structure to keep the scenery interesting without demanding advanced planning.
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Research Estimate At Ilhéu das Cabras
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 15m
AccessChallenging entry effort
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
CurrentNo current
SurgeFlat calm
Where Is Ilhéu das Cabras?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Ilhéu das Cabras Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
0m - 17m
Depth Note
The site is shallow over sand and rocks, with the dive directory listing roughly 17 m of depth.
Best Season
Winter and the calmer shoulder periods
Typical Conditions
Sheltered sandy bottom with seaweed patches and nearby rocks, good for try dives and easy snorkeling.
Safety & Access At Ilhéu das Cabras
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Boat traffic
Safety Notes
Keep an eye on boat movements and the rocky edges, but the site itself is gentle and protected.
Access Restrictions
Usually reached by boat from São Tomé city; guided trips make the shallow area straightforward for try dives and snorkeling.
Legal Notes
Treat the islet as a protected marine setting and follow operator guidance, especially around wildlife and the rocky shoreline.
Local Intel For Ilhéu das Cabras
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Described as ideal for try dives and basic divers.
Freediving
Not a dedicated freedive site; snorkeling is the more natural shallow-water option.
Snorkeling
The shallow, protected water makes snorkeling practical, with rocks and weed patches giving the surface route some variety.
Wildlife at Ilhéu das Cabras
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Ilhéu das Cabras
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Ilhéu das Cabras
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility15m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
