GUAHYBA - Santo Antão

Guahyba, for us, is one of those wrecks that just grabs you. This old steamship, an 84-meter giant, went down in 1917, and time has done a remarkable job of softening its edges. It sits shallow, only 5 meters, which makes it an absolute dream for divers of all levels, even snorkelers who want a peek at history. You descend onto this massive skeleton, and the scale is immediate. We love how the light plays through the broken deck plating, illuminating schools of sardines that flicker like silver confetti. Barracuda often hang motionless, watching you drift by, and we’ve spotted moray eels peeking from every crevice. Our favourite detail has to be the huge propeller, almost perfectly intact, now a home for a colourful collection of damselfish. Visibility here can vary, but generally, it's clear enough to appreciate the sheer size of the Guahyba. Go early if you can; the morning sun really brings out the textures of the encrusted metal. It’s a gentle dive, more about exploration and atmosphere than big currents or challenging navigation.

Location

Santo Antão, Cape Verde, Indian Ocean & East Africa

Coordinates

16.877777, -25.001389

Type

wreck

Maximum Depth

5m

Marine Protected Area: Reserva Natural de Santa Luzia