Green Turtle Diving Center
Travessa Padre Adriano, Santo Antão, Lisbon, MEX
Over het Centrum
El Green Turtle Diving Center, situado en Santo Antão, Cabo Verde, ofrece una experiencia de buceo excepcional desde 2014. Bajo una nueva imagen y nombre, inspirado por la importancia de las tortugas para el Archipiélago de Cabo Verde y su anidación en Santo Antão, el centro se dedica a mostrar los mejores sitios de buceo de la región. Están afiliados con SSI y TDI, garantizando altos estándares de calidad en la formación submarina.
El centro ofrece una variedad de cursos, incluyendo Advanced Open Water y Instructor Development Course, junto con especialidades como Boat Diving. Proporcionan instalaciones completas para buceadores, incluyendo duchas, taquillas, un bar y alquiler de equipos. Sus comodidades cuentan con alojamiento propio y la capacidad para excursiones de buceo en barco, complementadas con llenado de aire nitrox y servicios de traslado al aeropuerto.
Operando desde el Santo Antao Art Resort en Porto Novo, Green Turtle Diving Center se enorgullece de su presencia en una isla reconocida por su belleza natural y oportunidades de buceo. El personal habla con fluidez inglés, francés y portugués, lo que lo hace accesible a una clientela internacional diversa. Las tortugas, como símbolo de Cabo Verde, también inspiran el logotipo del centro, reflejando su compromiso con la conservación marina.
Beschikbare Cursussen
5 cursosAdvanced Open Water
The SSI Advanced Open Water Diver course at Green Turtle Diving Center is your next step to expanding your underwater horizons. Building directly on your Open Water certification, this program is designed to increase your confidence and competence as a diver. You will gain practical experience in different diving scenarios, including potentially exploring deeper reefs or wrecks, navigating complex underwater terrain, or experiencing the unique environment of a night dive. The diverse dive sites around Santo Antão offer excellent opportunities to practice these advanced techniques under the guidance of experienced instructors. This course typically involves five different adventure dives, each focusing on a specific area of interest, allowing you to explore specialties like deep diving, night diving, drift diving, underwater navigation, and buoyancy control. Upon successful completion, you will be certified to dive to greater depths, typically up to 30 meters (100 feet), and participate in a wider array of diving activities. It's a crucial step for divers looking to deepen their understanding and enjoyment of the underwater world. Green Turtle Diving Center provides this training in a pleasant, relaxed, and secure atmosphere, ensuring a comfortable learning environment. Their qualified professionals tailor the courses to your specific objectives, focusing on effective skill development to enhance your comfort level and competence. The goal is to prepare you for a broader range of diving experiences, making you a more versatile and capable diver. The center's commitment to personalized instruction means you'll receive focused attention, allowing for thorough practice and mastery of advanced diving techniques. This approach ensures you not only meet the course objectives but also gain genuine confidence in your abilities. While specific monthly climate data for Santo Antão is not provided in the input, the general diving conditions in the region are known for their clarity and rich marine life. The Advanced Open Water Diver course here leverages the local underwater topography, which often includes dramatic drop-offs and vibrant coral formations, providing dynamic environments for the adventure dives. The dive sites accessible from Green Turtle Diving Center are well-suited for practicing skills such as deep diving and navigation, offering a real-world application of your newly acquired knowledge. The instructors are adept at selecting sites that best match the course's learning objectives and the prevailing conditions. This course is a vital progression for any diver seeking to unlock more of the underwater world. By completing the SSI Advanced Open Water Diver certification, you gain the qualifications to explore deeper dive sites and participate in more challenging dives, significantly broadening your diving opportunities. It serves as a foundation for further specialization, such as wreck diving or rescue diver courses, allowing you to pursue your passion for the ocean with greater skill and confidence. The experience gained here will undoubtedly enhance your future diving adventures globally.
Open Water Diver
The SSI Open Water Diver certification is your passport to exploring the underwater world independently, and Green Turtle Diving Center in Santo Antão offers a comprehensive pathway to achieve this. This foundational course meticulously blends theoretical knowledge with essential practical skills, ensuring you develop into a safe and confident diver. You will gain a solid understanding of dive planning, equipment configuration, underwater communication techniques, and critical safety procedures. The curriculum is designed to build your competence progressively. Training begins with classroom sessions and confined water dives, conducted in a controlled environment to master fundamental skills such as mask clearing, regulator recovery, and buoyancy control. Instructors provide attentive guidance, fostering a comfortable learning atmosphere. Following successful completion of these initial skills, you will embark on four open water dives. These dives are conducted at various sites around Santo Antão, allowing you to apply your new abilities in real diving conditions and experience the vibrant marine life of Cape Verde. Green Turtle Diving Center prioritizes a relaxed and secure training environment, adapting the program to your learning objectives. This certification qualifies you to dive with a buddy to a maximum depth of 18 meters (60 feet), opening up a world of possibilities for future global diving adventures. The clear waters of Cape Verde provide an excellent setting for these initial explorations, offering a glimpse into the diverse underwater ecosystems. This SSI Open Water Diver course at Green Turtle Diving Center is structured to provide a thorough and enjoyable learning experience. The focus is on ensuring you acquire the necessary skills and knowledge to dive responsibly. By completing this course, you are equipped to begin your journey into the vast underwater realms and discover the beauty that lies beneath the surface, with the support of experienced professionals dedicated to your diving education.
Specialty Courses
Green Turtle Diving Center provides a comprehensive range of SSI Specialty Courses, meticulously designed to elevate your diving expertise. These programs allow you to focus on specific areas of interest, transforming your diving education to align with your personal aspirations. Whether your passion lies in capturing the underwater world through photography or mastering the techniques for deeper dives, these specialties offer a structured path to advanced proficiency. Each course is tailored to impart the necessary skills and understanding for specialized diving activities, ensuring you gain practical knowledge and confidence under the guidance of qualified professionals. The center emphasizes a relaxed yet secure learning environment, adapting the training to meet your individual objectives and enhance your overall diving journey. These specialty courses are an exceptional avenue for divers seeking to refine their abilities and broaden their underwater horizons. They are particularly beneficial for those looking to delve deeper into specific niches, such as mastering underwater photography to document the vibrant marine life found in Cape Verde. By successfully completing these programs, you not only acquire valuable new skills but also significantly advance your diving progression. This opens up a wider array of exploration and adventure opportunities across diverse aquatic environments, making each dive a more rewarding experience. The training is conducted by attentive professionals dedicated to providing complete instruction adapted to your goals. The curriculum is delivered by highly competent and attentive professionals within a pleasant, relaxed, and secure atmosphere. Green Turtle Diving Center is committed to offering complete training that is adapted to your specific objectives. This ensures that you gain practical expertise and build confidence in your chosen specialty. The SSI certification you receive upon completion signifies a recognized level of skill and knowledge in your specialized area. This makes the courses an excellent way to improve your diving abilities and gain new perspectives on the underwater world. By engaging in these specialty courses, you are investing in your development as a diver. You gain the confidence and competence to explore more challenging dives or pursue specific underwater activities with greater ease. This progression is key to unlocking new adventures and experiencing the full spectrum of what recreational diving has to offer. The skills learned are directly applicable to future dives, enhancing both safety and enjoyment in various marine settings.
Instructor Development Course
Green Turtle Diving Center offers a comprehensive Instructor Training course, designed for individuals passionate about sharing their love for the underwater world. This professional-level program equips you with the essential skills, knowledge, and confidence to teach diving courses and guide divers safely. The curriculum includes rigorous training in dive theory, advanced instructional techniques, effective risk management strategies, and precise assessment skills. You will master the art of communicating complex dive concepts, demonstrating skills with clarity, and managing students across diverse diving scenarios, ultimately preparing you to become a competent and inspiring dive educator. Training is delivered by seasoned professionals within a supportive and secure environment at Green Turtle Diving Center. The center prides itself on a teaching methodology that is both relaxed and thorough, ensuring all candidates are exceptionally well-prepared for the significant responsibilities that come with being a certified dive instructor. This pathway is ideal for those aspiring to build a fulfilling career centered around their passion for marine exploration and conservation. Achieving instructor status is a transformative accomplishment, empowering you to influence and inspire others to explore and appreciate marine environments. It demands dedication, a robust diving background, and an unwavering commitment to safety and education. The program at Green Turtle Diving Center is structured to foster this commitment, ensuring graduates are not only skilled teachers but also ambassadors for responsible diving practices. This instructor training is more than just a course; it's a life-changing experience that opens doors to professional opportunities worldwide. Graduates are prepared to work at dive centers globally, contribute to the growth of the diving community, and continue their own journey of exploration and education. The SSI certification obtained through this program is recognized internationally, providing a strong foundation for a successful career in the dive industry.
Discover Scuba Diving
Embark on your underwater adventure with the Discover Scuba Diving program at Green Turtle Diving Center. This introductory experience is designed for absolute beginners curious about the marine world, offering a safe and supervised first taste of scuba diving. Under the direct guidance of a qualified SSI instructor, you will learn fundamental diving skills in a controlled environment, typically in shallow, calm waters. The primary aim is to ensure you feel comfortable and confident breathing underwater and exploring the vibrant aquatic life that Santo Antão, Cape Verde, has to offer. During this session, you'll be introduced to essential scuba equipment and learn how to use it effectively. Your SSI instructor will meticulously guide you through basic skills, ensuring a relaxed and enjoyable learning process. This initial dive is crafted as an exciting exploration, not a certification course, allowing you to experience the unique sensation of weightlessness and witness the beauty of the underwater realm without commitment. The focus remains on safety, fun, and a genuine introduction to the ocean's wonders. Participants in this program will have the opportunity to explore shallow reef areas, getting up close with the colorful fish and intricate coral formations characteristic of Cape Verde. This is a chance to witness firsthand the incredible biodiversity that makes this region a special diving destination. The experience is tailored to be memorable and inspiring, potentially sparking a lifelong passion for scuba diving. The program is ideal for anyone wanting to try diving before committing to a full certification. Green Turtle Diving Center conducts this introductory dive in a relaxed and secure atmosphere, ensuring every participant has a positive and memorable experience. It's an opportunity to create lasting memories and discover a new perspective on the ocean's vastness. The center prides itself on providing a welcoming environment for newcomers to the sport, making your first dive an accessible and thrilling event. You'll gain a firsthand appreciation for the underwater environment and the importance of marine conservation.
Services
Facilities
Specialties
Brands they work with
Destinations & trips
Recommended dive sites
The spots this centre offers its students
Climate
Annual average
Monthly historical data to plan your dives
Beoordelingen
Frequently asked
What people ask before booking
The center operates from February 28th to December 9th each year.
Visitors have the chance to see Manta Rays, Whale Sharks, and Nurse Sharks. The waters are also rich with a huge diversity and quantity of fish, creating an aquarium-like experience.
Green Turtle Diving Center offers all SSI training courses, from introductory Discover Scuba Diving to becoming a certified diver, and even instructor training.
The dive sites include reef walls like 'Wish You Were Here', drop-offs such as 'Praia do Vulcão' and 'Pared Bitxon', rocky areas like 'Ponta Tubarão', a harbor site 'Find Wally' for night dives, a cavern called 'Atlantis Palace', and a small wreck named 'Vapor'.
Yes, equipment rental is available. It is recommended to schedule your rental in advance to secure your spot.
The dive center is located inside the Santoantao Art Resort hotel in Porto Novo, Santo Antão, Cape Verde.