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Octopus Alley
About this Dive Site
Description
Octopus Alley on Glovers Reef Atoll truly comes alive after dark, offering an unparalleled opportunity to spot elusive octopuses. This sandy bottom site, dotted with coral heads, provides a perfect hunting ground for these intelligent cephalopods and other fascinating nocturnal creatures.
Best Time to Dive
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| 28°C | 28°C | 29°C | 29°C | 30°C | 30°C | 30°C | 30°C | 30°C | 29°C | 29°C | 28°C |
Peak Season
January, February, March, April, October, November, December
Jan
Good visibility, diverse reef structures, potential for whale shark sightings.
Feb
Continued excellent visibility, ideal for exploring the many dive sites.
Mar
Peak whale shark season, vibrant marine life.
Apr
End of whale shark season, still great visibility.
More monthly highlights
May
Warmer waters, good for spotting reef fish and invertebrates.
Jun
Turtle mating season, excellent for macro photography.
Jul
Rainy season can bring reduced visibility, but the reefs are still teeming with life.
Aug
Potential for plankton blooms, good for observing smaller marine creatures.
Sep
Visibility begins to improve as the rainy season concludes.
Oct
Manta ray season begins, good visibility for reef exploration.
Nov
Peak manta ray season, excellent opportunities to see larger marine life.
Dec
Continued manta ray sightings, very good diving conditions.
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