Mayotte
Turtle Cavern
About this Dive Site
Description
Discover the serene beauty of Turtle Cavern, a unique dive site in Mayotte's Passe en S where majestic sea turtles often seek refuge. The cavern itself is a hub of activity, and the surrounding waters boast excellent visibility, making it a prime location for capturing stunning underwater photographs.
Best Time to Dive
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Peak Season
May, June, July, August, January, April, September, October
Jan
Humpback whale sightings possible, good for pelagics
Feb
Humpback whale sightings, potential for large schools of fish
Mar
End of humpback whale season, good for reef fish
Apr
Transition to drier season, good visibility, reef sharks
More monthly highlights
May
Excellent visibility, manta rays start to appear
Jun
Peak manta ray season, good for schooling fish
Jul
Manta ray season continues, whale sharks possible
Aug
Manta ray season winding down, good for macro life
Sep
Good visibility, potential for turtles
Oct
Transition to warmer, wetter season, reef fish activity
Nov
Rainy season begins, potential for plankton blooms attracting smaller fish
Dec
Rainy season, possibility of humpback whales returning
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