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Cape Verde / São Nicolau
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Cacimba Sunset Lodge

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Cacimba Sunset Lodge

None star hotel
3222-016 Tarrafal de São Nicolau, Cape Verde
7 rooms
FREE Internet

Sao Nicolau Diving Lda

PADI 5 Star Dive Center
Offsite (Free pickup)
Max 6 divers per guide

Package highlights

  • Perched above the ocean, the lodge offers sweeping panoramas of the Atlantic, perfect for sunset watching and stargazing under São Nicolau’s crystal-clear night skies.
  • A swimming pool, ground-floor terrace, and just seven spacious rooms with extra-large, comfortable beds create a peaceful and intimate setting ideal for unwinding.
  • Powered by solar energy and run by a super-friendly team, the lodge combines eco-awareness with a familiar, welcoming atmosphere.
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Booking process

1. BOOKING

Once we receive your booking, we double check availability with the dive operator and reserve your spot

2. CONFIRMATION

We usually get back to you within 24 hours to confirm that your booking is final

3. 48H FREE CANCELLATION PERIOD

You then have 48 hours to take care of other travel arrangements. Your credit card will only be charged after that period

Payment & cancellation

Payment terms

  • Now: 0%
  • 48 hours after booking confirmation: 35%
  • 40 days before trip start: 100%

Cancellation fee

Free cancellation for 48h after confirmation

  • 5.0% of the total booking amount will be charged if you cancel more than 52 days prior to arrival
  • 35.0% will be charged if you cancel between 52 and 27 days prior to arrival
  • 55.0% will be charged if you cancel between 27 and 14 days prior to arrival
  • 100.0% will be charged if you cancel less than 14 days prior to arrival

Explore diving around the Cacimba Sunset Lodge

Dive Center

Highlights

  • Pristine and untouched dive sites, offering the chance to explore places few divers have ever seen.
  • Small groups for a personalized experience, with dives tailored to individual pace and interests.
  • Unique marine life, from nurse sharks and turtles to endemic moray eels and massive schools of fish.
  • Dramatic volcanic seascapes with caves, canyons, and crevices that make every dive an adventure.
  • A welcoming, family-style atmosphere that turns every visitor from a guest into a friend.

Description

São Nicolau Diving offers a true Atlantic adventure, far from the ordinary. 

Small groups, uncrowded dive sites, spectacular volcanic seascapes, and abundant marine life,  from sharks and turtles to rays and schools of fish, make every dive memorable.

Located on the remote island of São Nicolau, the dive centre sits just above the beach in a restored seaside house, blending local charm with all the essentials for a smooth and professional experience. As the island’s only dive centre, the sites remain pristine and rarely visited, ensuring a private, peaceful atmosphere underwater.

Diving focuses on exploration, with trips to volcanic reefs, dramatic drop-offs, and vibrant ecosystems not found in guidebooks. Between dives, guests can relax in the ocean-view lounge or enjoy a fresh meal at the nearby restaurant.

More than just diving, this is an opportunity to experience the quiet, unspoiled side of Cape Verde, both above and below the surface.

 

 

 

 

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DIVING SERVICES

Languages spoken

  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Portuguese
  • Other

Dive Center Facilities

  • Wi-Fi (Free)
  • Waterfront Location
  • Dive Boat
  • Food & Drinks

Rental Equipment

  • Open-Heel Fins
  • Compass
  • Bcd
  • Children Sizes
  • Mask & Snorkel
  • Dive Computer
  • Regulator
  • Gauges
  • Boots
  • Flashlight
  • Skin Suit
  • Wetsuit – Shorty
  • Wetsuit – 3Mm
  • Wetsuit – 5Mm
  • Full-Foot Fins
  • Aluminum Cylinders
  • Steel Cylinders
  • Small Cylinders (10L / 71.2 Cu. Ft.)

Dive boat facilities

  • Drinking Water
  • Ladder

Diving gear

  • Tanks With Din Valves
  • Din/Int Adapters
  • Nitrox ($)
  • Rental Equipment ($)

PADI® Courses Available

  • Intro Dives/Discover Scuba Diving
  • Open Water Diver
  • Advanced Open Water Diver
  • Rescue Diver

PADI membership level

  • Padi 5 Star Dive Center

For your safety

  • Emergency Oxygen Kit
  • First Aid Kits

Resort Amenities

Good for...

  • Eco-Resort
  • Active Holidays
  • Wheelchair-Friendly
  • Remote Getaways
  • Families With Diving Kids
  • Romance/Honeymoon
  • Families With Non-Diving Kids
  • Good Value For Money
  • Solo Travellers

Food & drink

  • Beer And Wine
  • Private Dining
  • A La Carte
  • Alcohol
  • Vegetarian Food
  • Gluten Free Food
  • Vegan

Activities

  • Cultural Excursions
  • Book Swap/Library
  • Sunset Cruises

Payments

  • Bank Transfer
  • Visa
  • Mastercard
  • Amex
  • Cash (Usd)
  • Cash (Eur)
  • Cash (Local Currency)

Sports & Watersports

  • Snorkeling
  • Stand-Up Paddling

Facilities

  • Restaurant
  • Swimming Pool(S)
  • Bar / Lounge
  • Lounge/Tv Area

Amenities & services

  • Wi-Fi (Free)
  • Air-Conditioning

Resort Description

Cacimba Sunset Lodge is a small, welcoming retreat set in Tarrafal on the island of São Nicolau, Cabo Verde.

With just seven rooms, it offers an intimate and familiar atmosphere where guests quickly feel at home. The lodge is perched above the ocean, giving it an incredible view of the sea and a front-row seat to some of the island’s most spectacular sunsets. At night, the clear skies are perfect for stargazing, adding to the sense of calm and connection with nature.

The property features a swimming pool and a ground-floor terrace where guests can relax and enjoy the scenery. Rooms are spacious, with extra-large, comfortable beds and thoughtful details designed for a restful stay. Everything is powered with solar energy, reflecting the lodge’s commitment to sustainability.

The staff are known for their warmth and friendliness, always ready to help and make the stay memorable. The island itself is very safe and full of diverse landscapes to explore, from dramatic coastlines to quiet villages. Whether spending the day discovering São Nicolau or simply relaxing by the pool, Cacimba Sunset Lodge is the kind of place where visitors slow down, breathe deeply, and feel completely at ease.

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How to get there

Arrival

  • The main international gateway to Cape Verde is Amílcar Cabral International Airport (SID) on Sal Island.
  • From Sal, a short 25-minute domestic flight brings you to São Nicolau, landing at Preguiça Airport.
  • The airport is about 50 minutes by car from the lodge.
  • Transfers can be arranged in advance through local partners.
  • Check-in is available from 3:00 pm.

Departure

  • Transfers to the airport or port can be arranged through local partners.
  • Check-out is by 11:00 am.

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