Saint Martin
Proselyte Reef
About this Dive Site
Description
Dive into history at Proselyte Reef, the resting place of the HMS Proselyte, a British Man-of-War lost in 1801. This historical shipwreck, now a magnet for marine life, is surrounded by a flourishing reef where sea turtles, stingrays, and countless fish species are commonly sighted.
Best Time to Dive
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Peak Season
January, February, March, November, December, April, October
Jan
Peak dry season, excellent visibility and calm seas. Ideal for exploring shipwrecks and coral reefs.
Feb
Continued excellent conditions, potential for whale sightings offshore.
Mar
Prime diving month with consistently clear water and abundant marine life.
Apr
Warm waters, good visibility. Start of turtle nesting season.
More monthly highlights
May
Water temperatures at their warmest, occasional plankton blooms can reduce visibility slightly.
Jun
Rainy season begins, visibility can be affected by rainfall runoff.
Jul
Continued rainy season, expect occasional showers. Marine life remains active.
Aug
Late rainy season, potential for reduced visibility due to storms.
Sep
Transition month, rainfall starts to decrease, visibility begins to improve.
Oct
Visibility improves significantly as the rainy season ends. Good for spotting larger pelagics.
Nov
Excellent diving conditions, start of the dry season. Ideal for wreck diving.
Dec
Holiday season diving, calm seas and exceptional visibility. Manta ray sightings are possible.
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