Senegal
Kafountine Reef
About this Dive Site
Description
Explore the dynamic Kafountine Reef on the Casamance Coast, a thriving ecosystem teeming with marine life. Glide past graceful rays, discover hidden moray eels, and keep an eye out for the majestic, albeit rare, sight of migrating whale sharks.
Best Time to Dive
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Peak Season
March, April, May, October, November, December
Jan
Clearer waters, good for exploring reefs
Feb
Stable conditions, diverse reef fish
Mar
Excellent visibility, potential for manta rays
Apr
Manta ray season, good for pelagics
More monthly highlights
May
Peak manta ray season, warm waters
Jun
Transition to warmer waters, potential for plankton
Jul
Plankton blooms, good for filter feeders
Aug
Warmest water, plankton blooms
Sep
End of rainy season, visibility improving
Oct
Visibility improving, start of turtle nesting season offshore
Nov
Good visibility, turtle nesting season offshore
Dec
Good visibility, start of humpback whale season offshore
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