Ecuador
Caragua
About this Dive Site
Description
Venture to the northern reaches of San Cristobal Island for Caragua, a dynamic dive site renowned for its pelagic encounters. Prepare for the possibility of majestic manta rays, powerful Galapagos sharks, and elusive hammerheads, but be ready for potentially strong currents that make this a thrilling challenge for experienced divers.
Best Time to Dive
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| 27°C | 27°C | 27°C | 26°C | 25°C | 24°C | 23°C | 22°C | 22°C | 23°C | 25°C | 26°C |
Peak Season
May, June, January, February, March, April, July, August, November, December
Jan
Sea lion pups are active, good chance to see hammerhead sharks.
Feb
Continued good visibility, sea lions are playful.
Mar
End of rainy season, still good chances for marine life sightings.
Apr
Transition to cooler, drier season, excellent visibility.
More monthly highlights
May
Peak season for hammerhead sharks, excellent visibility.
Jun
Continued excellent visibility, good chances for schooling hammerheads.
Jul
Humpback whale season begins, cooler waters.
Aug
Humpback whales are common, good chance to see whale sharks.
Sep
Still possible to see whale sharks, cooler waters.
Oct
Transition to warmer, wetter season, sea lions are very active.
Nov
Warmer waters, good visibility, sea lion pups are abundant.
Dec
Holiday season, sea lions are very active, good chances for schooling fish.
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