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Cod Hole

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Description

The legendary Cod Hole in Milne Bay is an unforgettable encounter with its resident population of gargantuan potato cod. This dynamic site offers a fascinating underwater topography, featuring intriguing caves, vibrant coral bommies, and gentle sandy slopes that teem with life.

Best Time to Dive
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Peak Season May, June, July, August, January, February, March, April, September, October, November, December
Jan Good chance of seeing schooling hammerheads, macro life is abundant.
Feb Continued excellent macro diving, potential for manta rays.
Mar Manta ray season in full swing, schooling fish are common.
Apr Manta ray season tapers off, but still good sightings. Macro life remains excellent.
More monthly highlights
May Excellent visibility, abundant schooling fish, and good chances for pelagics.
Jun Peak season for pelagic encounters, including sharks and manta rays. Macro life is still fantastic.
Jul Continues to be prime time for large marine life. Humpback whales may be migrating through.
Aug Excellent visibility and opportunities for encounters with sharks, mantas, and schooling fish.
Sep Visibility can decrease slightly, but marine life remains prolific. Good for macro photography.
Oct Manta ray season begins to pick up. Macro life is still a major draw.
Nov Manta ray season is in full swing. Expect good sightings of schooling fish.
Dec Continued good manta ray sightings. Macro life is excellent.
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