Guinea-Bissau
Bubaque Coral Gardens
About this Dive Site
Description
The Bubaque Coral Gardens, located near Bubaque Island in the Orango Islands zone, is a breathtaking display of underwater flora and fauna. This gentle sloping site, punctuated by deeper crevices, is a haven for macro life and a dazzling variety of coral species, making it a photographer's delight.
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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