Guinea-Bissau
Ponta do Sol
About this Dive Site
Description
Ponta do Sol, situated on the western edge of Orango Island, is a dynamic dive site featuring intriguing caves and overhangs that lead to a vibrant reef. Expect to be mesmerized by the kaleidoscope of tropical fish, graceful rays, and the possibility of encountering sea turtles in this visually stimulating environment.
Best Time to Dive
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| 28°C | 29°C | 30°C | 31°C | 31°C | 30°C | 29°C | 29°C | 30°C | 30°C | 29°C | 28°C |
Peak Season
February, March, October, November
Jan
Good visibility, potential for whale shark sightings.
Feb
Peak whale shark season, excellent visibility.
Mar
Continued whale shark presence, warmer waters.
Apr
Warming waters, possibility of juvenile whale sharks.
More monthly highlights
May
Start of the rainy season, visibility decreases.
Jun
Rainy season, reduced visibility, potential for strong currents.
Jul
Peak rainy season, limited diving opportunities.
Aug
End of rainy season, visibility slowly improving.
Sep
Post-rainy season, visibility improving, marine life returning.
Oct
Good visibility, start of manta ray season.
Nov
Peak manta ray season, excellent visibility.
Dec
Continued manta ray sightings, good diving conditions.
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