Antigua and Barbuda
Great Bird Island
About this Dive Site
Description
Great Bird Island, off Antigua's northeast coast, is a vibrant marine sanctuary teeming with life. Explore its healthy coral formations and discover resident nurse sharks, graceful stingrays, and a kaleidoscope of tropical fish. Keep an eye out for the occasional pelagic visitor in the surrounding blue waters.
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 | 29°C | 29°C | 29°C | 28°C |
Peak Season
March, April, January, February, May, November, December
Jan
Whale shark sightings possible
Feb
Humpback whale migration
Mar
Excellent visibility, coral spawning
Apr
Manta ray season
More monthly highlights
May
Turtle nesting season begins
Jun
Turtle nesting, potential for plankton blooms
Jul
Turtle nesting, warmer waters
Aug
Warmer waters, potential for reduced visibility
Sep
End of rainy season, still warm
Oct
Visibility improving, start of calmer seas
Nov
Manta ray season begins
Dec
Manta ray season, whale shark sightings possible
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