Yemen
Hanish Al-Kabir
About this Dive Site
Description
Hanish Al-Kabir, the largest of Yemen's Hanish Islands, presents a captivating underwater landscape. Explore vibrant coral reefs, intriguing caves, and dramatic underwater cliffs teeming with moray eels, lionfish, and the occasional majestic manta ray, making it a prime destination for diverse marine encounters.
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 | 32°C | 33°C | 33°C | 32°C | 31°C | 30°C | 29°C | 28°C |
Peak Season
January, February, October, November, December
Jan
Good visibility, ideal for exploring coral reefs.
Feb
Continued good visibility, potential for diverse reef fish.
Mar
Warmer waters, good for macro photography.
Apr
Peak season for observing nesting turtles.
More monthly highlights
May
Warmer, visibility can be reduced by plankton.
Jun
Hot season, visibility often low due to plankton blooms.
Jul
Continued hot season, focus on sheltered dive sites.
Aug
Visibility starts to improve as temperatures decrease slightly.
Sep
Good conditions for exploring the varied topography.
Oct
Excellent visibility, potential for manta ray sightings.
Nov
Peak manta ray season, good chance of whale sharks.
Dec
Continued good visibility and marine life encounters.
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