Pitcairn Islands
Oeno's West Ridge
About this Dive Site
Description
Explore the gentle slopes of Oeno's West Ridge, a haven of healthy coral formations bursting with colorful reef fish like butterflyfish and angelfish. Keep an eye out for larger pelagics, and with luck, you might even witness the awe-inspiring presence of humpback whales during their migration.
Best Time to Dive
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Peak Season
April, May, September, October, January, February, March, June, July, August, November, December
Jan
Good chance of seeing large pelagics
Feb
Continued good visibility and pelagic activity
Mar
End of rainy season, still good pelagic sightings
Apr
Excellent visibility, ideal for exploring reefs
More monthly highlights
May
Peak season for manta rays and sharks
Jun
Continued good visibility, potential for humpback whale sightings (early season)
Jul
Humpback whale season
Aug
Humpback whale season continues
Sep
Excellent visibility, return of manta rays
Oct
Manta ray season, great for reef exploration
Nov
Transition to rainy season, still good visibility
Dec
Rainy season, potential for increased plankton
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