Sri Lanka
Pigeon Island Wall
About this Dive Site
Description
Descend along the dramatic Pigeon Island Wall, a vertical drop-off adorned with swaying soft corals and intricate gorgonian fans. This breathtaking site, often blessed with excellent visibility, is a haven for majestic turtles, swift barracuda, and a kaleidoscope of reef fish.
Best Time to Dive
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Peak Season
January, February, November, December, March, April, September, October
Jan
Excellent visibility, whale shark sightings possible
Feb
Continued good visibility, whale shark sightings possible
Mar
Manta ray season begins
Apr
Manta ray season continues
More monthly highlights
May
Start of southwest monsoon, potential for plankton blooms
Jun
Southwest monsoon, plankton blooms can attract pelagics
Jul
Southwest monsoon, good chance of seeing larger marine life attracted by plankton
Aug
Southwest monsoon, continued plankton blooms
Sep
End of southwest monsoon, visibility improving
Oct
Excellent conditions, whale shark sightings possible
Nov
Peak season for whale sharks and manta rays
Dec
Continued excellent visibility and pelagic sightings
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