Angola
Shark Alley
About this Dive Site
Description
True to its name, Shark Alley in Lobito is a thrilling encounter with apex predators. Navigate sandy bottoms punctuated by rocky outcrops, keeping an eye out for hammerheads, white-tip reef sharks, and the occasional tiger shark.
Best Time to Dive
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28°C | 28°C | 27°C | 26°C | 25°C | 23°C | 22°C | 22°C | 23°C | 25°C | 27°C | 28°C |
Peak Season
March, April, May, September, October
Jan
Coastal waters can be a bit murky due to rains. Good for spotting reef fish.
Feb
Similar to January, with potential for dolphin pods near the bay.
Mar
Rainy season ending, visibility improves. More diverse reef fish.
Apr
Clearer waters. Good for exploring shipwrecks in the area.
More monthly highlights
May
Stable conditions. Abundant smaller marine life on the reefs.
Jun
Cooler water. Possible sightings of seals near the coast.
Jul
Good for observing benthic creatures and smaller reef inhabitants.
Aug
Consistent marine life. Potential for encountering octopus.
Sep
Water begins to warm. Visibility improves. Increased plankton activity.
Oct
Plankton blooms can attract schools of smaller fish.
Nov
Warmer waters. Increased chance of seeing larger pelagic species.
Dec
Coastal waters can be less clear. Good for exploring the sheltered bay.
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