South Korea
Elephant Rock
About this Dive Site
Description
Named for its iconic rock formation, Elephant Rock on Ulleungdo Island beckons divers with its intriguing underwater topography. Navigate through fascinating caves and tunnels, marveling at hand-shaped coral formations and encountering elusive octopuses and impressive groupers.
Best Time to Dive
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11°C | 12°C | 14°C | 16°C | 19°C | 22°C | 25°C | 26°C | 24°C | 21°C | 17°C | 13°C |
Peak Season
May, October, March, April, June, September, November
Mar
Spring plankton bloom begins, good visibility
Apr
Increasing marine life activity, excellent visibility
May
Peak season for clear water and abundant marine life
Jun
Warm water, good visibility, potential for larger pelagics
More monthly highlights
Jul
Warmest water, but visibility can be reduced by rain
Aug
Still warm, but potential for typhoons
Sep
End of rainy season, improving visibility
Oct
Excellent visibility, colorful autumn marine life, often considered the best month
Nov
Cooler water, good for observing resident species, good visibility
Dec
Cold water, fewer divers, but still decent visibility
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