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Boa Vista · Cabo Verde · Reef · Cave & cavern

Shark Bow

Sand tiger sharks and stingrays on a reef that appears at 22 m

Shark Bow is a Boa Vista reef that only appears at a depth of 22 m, which is why it is generally recommended for experienced divers. It is a good site for bigger animals such as sand tiger sharks and stingrays.

Also known as Sharks Bow.

Where it is and how deep

Depth profile of Shark Bow: typical dive to 22 m (to 72 ft) 18 m · Open Water30 m · Advanced40 m · Recreational limit22 mtypical dive
Depths on a shared scale to 40 m (130 ft); dashed lines mark common certification limits.

No published position for this site — the map shows Boa Vista and its other sites; operators know the mooring.

The dive

On the descent the dive passes an entrance that looks like a cave, but it is a tunnel that opens up again after a few metres. At the end of the tunnel there are many caves to explore, and divers who would rather stay out of them can check the overhangs for the bigger animals instead. On the way back up, another big cave at the base of the reef can hold a sleeping turtle or resting nurse sharks.

Marine life and season

  • Sand tiger sharks
  • Stingrays
  • Sea turtles
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Season follows Boa Vista: Boats run all year; loggerheads mate around the reef rocks Jun–Sep, and rougher winter seas can affect the diving.

Dive videos

Diving Boa Vista Scubacaribe Shark Bow with Anders & Abel · Scubadiving JB on YouTube

Sources

  1. Diving in Boa Vista – Soul Tours Cabo Verde — Soul Tours Cabo Verde

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