L’ilot
About this Dive Site
Description
L'ilot, a picturesque islet off Silhouette's west coast, offers a captivating underwater landscape for all skill levels. Explore its impressive boulders, pinnacles, and crevices, which teem with marine life like moray eels, octopuses, and lobsters, creating a vibrant and dynamic dive experience.
Best Time to Dive
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Peak Season
March, April, January, February, May, June, September, October, November
Jan
Post-rainy season clarity improving, good for exploring diverse reefs.
Feb
Excellent visibility, good for spotting larger pelagics.
Mar
Peak visibility, ideal for exploring the island's rich marine biodiversity.
Apr
Excellent conditions, manta rays and whale sharks can be encountered.
More monthly highlights
May
Manta ray season, good for observing their feeding aggregations.
Jun
Manta ray season continues, good for macro photography.
Jul
Visibility can decrease, but the reefs are still vibrant.
Aug
Good for exploring the unique underwater topography and smaller marine life.
Sep
Visibility starts to improve, potential for early whale shark sightings.
Oct
Whale shark season begins, good visibility for spotting them.
Nov
Peak whale shark season, good chance of sightings.
Dec
Whale shark season continues, but visibility can be affected by rain.
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