New Caledonia
Pointe Coton
About this Dive Site
Description
Descend along the dramatic wall of Pointe Coton, a breathtaking dive site in the Belep Islands adorned with a spectacular tapestry of soft and hard corals. Keep an eye out for schools of sweetlips and striking lionfish, with the chance of encountering majestic manta rays gliding through the excellent visibility, ideal for capturing stunning underwater photographs.
Best Time to Dive
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| 30°C | 30°C | 29°C | 29°C | 28°C | 28°C | 27°C | 27°C | 28°C | 29°C | 29°C | 30°C |
Peak Season
January, February, April, May, June, September, October
Jan
Good visibility, warm water, potential for pelagic sightings.
Feb
Continued warm water and good visibility.
Mar
End of rainy season, visibility may start to improve.
Apr
Excellent visibility, calm seas, abundant reef fish.
More monthly highlights
May
Peak season for manta rays, excellent visibility.
Jun
Manta ray season continues, great for macro photography.
Jul
Good visibility, still potential for manta sightings.
Aug
Calm seas, good for exploring reefs.
Sep
Visibility improves, warmer water returns.
Oct
Excellent visibility, abundant marine life.
Nov
Transition to rainy season, visibility may decrease slightly.
Dec
Warm water, but potential for rain showers.
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