Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Baradal Turtle Sanctuary
About this Dive Site
Description
Immerse yourself in the Baradal Turtle Sanctuary, a protected marine park in the Tobago Cays where gentle green and hawksbill turtles are the stars of the show. Glide over lush seagrass beds, the turtles' favorite dining spots, and witness these magnificent creatures in their natural, thriving habitat.
Best Time to Dive
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Peak Season
January, February, March, April, October, November, December
Jan
Good visibility, potential for whale sharks early in the season.
Feb
Excellent visibility, peak whale shark season.
Mar
Whale shark sightings may still occur, good overall conditions.
Apr
Warm waters, good for coral health and reef fish activity.
More monthly highlights
May
Slightly reduced visibility due to potential for plankton blooms.
Jun
Rainy season continues, occasional showers but diving often possible between them.
Jul
Rainy season, visibility can be affected by runoff.
Aug
Rainy season, still possible to dive between showers.
Sep
End of rainy season, visibility may still be reduced.
Oct
Visibility improves as rainy season ends, good for general reef diving.
Nov
Manta ray season begins, excellent visibility.
Dec
Peak manta ray season, excellent visibility.
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